Industry Jun 26, 2026
Leon Thomas Earns ASCAP Vanguard Award, Advises Songwriters to Resist Corporate Constraints
The Grammy-winning R&B powerhouse earned top honors at the 2026 ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Awards, which also honored Kendrick Lamar & SZA's "Luther." Get all the details.
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R&B artist Leon Thomas accepted the 2026 ASCAP Vanguard Award at the ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Awards. During his acceptance, Thomas encouraged fellow songwriters to avoid being confined by corporate expectations. The event also recognized Kendrick Lamar and SZA's collaborative track, "Luther." Originally reported by Billboard.