Florida Chapter Presents The Recording Academy Honors 2006 Celebrating The Backstreet Boys, Ednita Nazario, Roger Nichols And Iggy Pop

MIAMI BEACH, FL (Recording Academy) - The Florida Chapter of The Recording Academy has named global pop sensations the Backstreet Boys, Puerto Rican pop artist Ednita Nazario, seven-time GRAMMY Award-winning producer/engineer Roger Nichols, and legendary punk icon Iggy Pop as recipients of the Recording Academy Honors 2006.
The Recording Academy Honors was established to celebrate outstanding individuals whose work embodies excellence and integrity and who have improved the environment for the creative community. The gala event, which will attract recording artists, key entertainment executives and community leaders, will be held Monday, April 17, at 7 p.m. at the Loews Miami Beach Hotel (1601 Collins Ave.). Formerly known as the Florida Heroes Awards, this gala supports the Florida Chapter's ongoing advocacy, education and professional development programs, along with MusiCares Hurricane Relief Fund - an effort established to aid those Gulf Coast area music commu! nity residents affected by 2005's devastating storms.

The evening will begin with a cocktail hour and silent auction followed by dinner and the awards presentation. This will include performances by the Backstreet Boys, Al Di Meola (an artist recorded by honoree Roger Nichols), Ednita Nazario and Iggy Pop, who will perform together with Sum 41.

Tickets for The Recording Academy Honors gala are $150 if purchased by March 31 and $250 thereafter for members. The non-member price is $450. Qualified music professionals can join The Academy for $100 (membership through June '07) and purchase tickets at the member price. To reserve your tickets, please call the Florida Chapter office at 305.672.4060. Sponsorship and table packages are also available. TICKET PURCHASE DEADLINE: April 10, 5 p.m. (ET).