Los Angeles, CA — The sixth annual Society of Composers and Lyricists (SCL) Awards recently unfolded at the Skirball Cultural Center, bringing together a vibrant community of music creators for a night of celebration and recognition. Hosted by Colin Hays, the evening was marked by a poignant opening performance of “Lean on Me,” echoing a sense of solidarity amidst the backdrop of the recent devastating wildfires in Los Angeles.
The event did not just spotlight achievements but also acknowledged the hardships faced by its members, including composer Starr Parodi, who was presented with a replacement plaque for her jury award lost in the Palisades Fire. The gesture underscored the supportive spirit of the SCL community during tough times.
Among the honorees were Daniel Blumberg for his score in “The Brutalist,” Diane Warren for her original song in “The Six Triple Eight,” Kris Bowers for “The Wild Robot,” and the trio Trent Reznor, Atticus Ross, and Luca Guadagnino for their work in “Challengers.” Each winner reflected the diverse and dynamic range of talent within the fields of film and music composition.
Harry Gregson-Williams received the Spirit of Collaboration Award, celebrating his longstanding creative partnership with director Ridley Scott, who lauded Gregson-Williams via a video message. This accolade highlighted significant contributions to cinematic music and underscored the importance of creative synergy in storytelling.
Additionally, the awards recognized outstanding achievements across various media. In the category of Outstanding Original Score for a Studio Film, Kris Bowers took the prize for “The Wild Robot.” The Independent Film segment saw Daniel Blumberg winning for “The Brutalist,” celebrating the artistic achievements in less mainstream cinema.
Songs played a powerful role in narratives, with Diane Warren winning for her emotive song “The Journey” from “The Six Triple Eight” in the Dramatic or Documentary Visual Media Production category. In Comedy or Musical Visual Media Productions, the award went to Trent Reznor, Atticus Ross, and Luca Guadagnino for “Compress/Repress” from “Challengers.”
Jeff Beal was honored with the 2025 jury award, a testament to his profound impact and enduring contributions to film music. This award, among others, highlighted the evening’s recurring theme of collaboration and collective achievement in the industry.
Emerging talents were also spotlighted during the ceremony, with Andrea Datzman winning the David Raksin Award for Emerging Talent for her work in “Inside Out 2.” This particular distinction underscores the SCL’s commitment to nurturing and recognizing up-and-coming composers and lyricists in the industry.
Regarding recognition in television and interactive media, the awards underscored the expansive reach and influence of musical scores in enhancing narrative and gameplay. Notably, “Shōgun” took home the award for Outstanding Original Score for a Television Production, with “Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord” winning in the Interactive Media segment.
The SCL Awards not only celebrated achievement but also underscored the resilience of the artistic community in the face of adversity, highlighting the role of composers and lyricists as integral to the cultural and emotional landscape of media.
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