Iconic artist slated to meet with lawmakers Tuesday, April 14th, as grassroots momentum builds behind push to ensure fair pay
WASHINGTON – Ahead of the release of her 10th studio album, Retrospect, coming May 15th, Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, producer, and cultural icon Mýa, whose multi-platinum catalog includes “Lady Marmalade,” “Case of the Ex,” “Ghetto Supastar,” and her current Adult R&B Airplay Top 20 single, “ASAP”, will come to Congress Tuesday, April 14th, for meetings with lawmakers on the American Music Fairness Act, bipartisan legislation that would ensure artists are compensated when their sound recordings are played on AM/FM radio, while also providing protections for small, local, college, and noncommercial stations.
“Radio has long played an important role in connecting artists with audiences and communities,” said Mya. “I’m proud to support the American Music Fairness Act because it reflects a balanced approach — one that recognizes the value of music, supports fair pay for artists, and respects the important role local broadcasters continue to play across the country.”
Mya’s visit to Capitol Hill underscores why the American Music Fairness Act matters to so many artists across genres and generations. While songwriters and publishers are compensated when music is played on AM/FM radio, featured artists and sound recording copyright owners are not currently paid for terrestrial radio airplay under U.S. law. The bipartisan legislation would create a more balanced framework by ensuring artists are compensated for the use of their recordings, while also preserving protections for small and local broadcasters.
The American Music Fairness Act has drawn support from artists, creators, and industry organizations advocating for a modern framework that reflects the value of recorded music across platforms. More than 300 major recording artists have supported the effort, which continues to gain momentum as lawmakers consider the future of fair pay for music creators.
Mya’s visit to Capitol Hill comes during an active new chapter in her career. In addition to the upcoming release of Retrospect, (Planet 9/Virgin Music Group) her first studio album since 2018, she is also celebrating the 25th anniversaries of both Fear of Flying and “Lady Marmalade” in collaboration with UMe/Interscope. In 2026, Mya released “ASAP,” the lead single from Retrospect, followed by a music video on Valentine’s Day and an official remix featuring 21 Savage. The release marked the start of a new era that blends classic soul and funk influences with the confidence and emotional clarity that have long defined her artistry. “ASAP,” is currently a Top 20 record at Adult Urban R&B Airplay, and this summer she will join The Pussycat Dolls and Lil’ Kim on tour.
A Grammy Award-winning artist and Screen Actors Guild Award-winning actress for her role in the Academy Award-winning film Chicago, Mya remains one of entertainment’s most enduring and versatile talents. Recognized by Billboard as one of the Top Female Artists of the 21st Century, she continues to evolve as a singer, songwriter, producer, actress, entrepreneur, philanthropist and live performer.
About Mya: Mya is a Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, producer, actress, dancer, entrepreneur, philanthropist and Screen Actors Guild Award-winning performer whose career has spanned more than 25 years. Recognized by Billboard as one of the Top Female Artists of the 21st Century, she has built a genre-spanning global legacy defined by artistry, innovation, live performance, philanthropy, advocacy, and entrepreneurship across music, film, television, and culture. Through her independent label, Planet 9, Mya continues to expand her creative and business footprint while collaborating across industries and platforms on current releases, catalog campaigns, touring, and new ventures. Follow Mya on social media at @myaplanet9 and visit www.myamya.com
About musicFIRST: musicFIRST works to ensure music creators get fair pay for their work on all platforms and wherever and however it is played. We rally the people and organizations who make and love music to end the broken status quo that allows AM/FM to use any song ever recorded without paying its performers a dime. And to stand up for fair pay on digital radio — and whatever comes next.
