Megan Moroney & Industry Icon Sylvia Rhone Honored at She Is The Music Awards

Moroney recognized as Artist Spotlight, Rhone as Trailblazer Spotlight at annual ceremony

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Multiplatinum singer-songwriter Megan Moroney and music industry trailblazer Sylvia Rhone will both be honored at the second annual She Is The Music Sharing the Spotlight ceremony on February 18 in Los Angeles. Moroney will receive the Artist Spotlight award for her career achievements and commitment to working with diverse, female-led teams. Rhone, the former chairwoman and CEO of Epic Records, will be recognized as the Trailblazer Spotlight for breaking the music industry's C-suite glass ceiling and advocating for diversity and inclusion throughout her storied career.

Why it matters

She Is The Music is a nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing the number of women working in the music industry and lifting each other up. The Sharing the Spotlight event honors female leaders who have used their platforms and influence to create more opportunities for other women in the business.

The details

Moroney, whose third studio album 'Cloud 9' is being released on February 20, is being celebrated for her career-building platinum hits like 'Tennessee Orange,' 'Am I Okay?' and 'No Caller ID.' Rhone, who exited her role as chairwoman and CEO of Epic Records last September, was the first Black woman appointed chairman and CEO of a major record company when she took the helm of Elektra Entertainment Group in 1994. Throughout her career, she has worked with a diverse roster of artists while advocating for diversity and inclusion.

  • The She Is The Music Sharing the Spotlight ceremony will take place on February 18, 2026 in Los Angeles.
  • Megan Moroney's third studio album 'Cloud 9' is being released on February 20, 2026.

The players

Megan Moroney

A multiplatinum singer-songwriter who will be honored as the Artist Spotlight at the She Is The Music Sharing the Spotlight ceremony.

Sylvia Rhone

A music industry icon who will be recognized as the Trailblazer Spotlight at the She Is The Music Sharing the Spotlight ceremony. Rhone was the first Black woman appointed chairman and CEO of a major record company.

Alicia Keys

The co-founder of She Is The Music who will present the Artist Spotlight award to Megan Moroney.

Jody Gerson

The co-founder of She Is The Music and the chairman and CEO of Universal Music Group Publishing.

Laura Segura

The new executive director of She Is The Music, overseeing her first major community event.

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What they’re saying

“I'm so honored to receive this recognition from She Is The Music. I wouldn't be where I am today, in my career and in life, without the support of all the incredible females around me. Knowing that some of the most talented women in the business always have my back gives me the creative space to focus on my artistry and for this I'm beyond grateful.”

— Megan Moroney (Press Statement)

“Throughout my career, I've believed that real power is about using it to create opportunity for others. I'm deeply honored to be recognized by an organization that understands progress requires both vision and action.”

— Sylvia Rhone (Press Statement)

“Megan represents something so important for this moment in music — the way she builds her teams and shows up for other women is leadership. Sylvia has been doing this for decades, and [the night] is about recognizing that none of us get here alone. And when we share our spotlight, we make the whole industry brighter.”

— Alicia Keys, She Is The Music Co-Founder (Billboard)

“We are honoring Megan and Sylvia for using their platforms and influence to broaden the path for other women. We are also thrilled to welcome our new executive director, Laura Segura, as this is her first big SITM community event.”

— Jody Gerson, She Is The Music Co-Founder, Universal Music Group Publishing Chairman and CEO (Billboard)

The takeaway

The She Is The Music Sharing the Spotlight ceremony highlights the importance of women supporting and uplifting each other in the music industry. By honoring trailblazers like Sylvia Rhone and rising stars like Megan Moroney, the event showcases how female leaders can use their platforms to create more opportunities for other women, ultimately making the entire industry more diverse and inclusive.