Maejor Named 2025 Music Has Power® Awards Honoree

Recognizing Global Impact at the Intersection of Music, Healing, and Innovation

The Institute for Music and Neurologic Function (IMNF) is proud to announce Maejor as the 2025 Music Has Power® Awards honoree. A Grammy-nominated artist, producer, and thought leader, Maejor has dedicated his platform to advancing the therapeutic potential of music and sound.


Maejor’s career spans chart-topping collaborations with artists such as Justin Bieber, DJ Martin Garrix, Keke Palmer, and Frank Ocean, but his work goes far beyond the studio. Inspired by his personal cancer survival journey, he has emerged as a powerful advocate for the role of music and sound therapy in promoting healing, mental health, and emotional well-being.

His podcast - winner of Adweek Podcast of the Year—explores the intersections of science, spirituality, and music, and his message has resonated across global stages including the United Nations and the World Economic Forum.


In recognition of this transformative work, IMNF will honor Maejor at the 2025 Music Has Power® Symposium & Awards Ceremony, to be held November 21 at The Glasshouse in New York City. As part of the event, Maejor will also lead attendees in a unique experiential sound session, offering a firsthand exploration of sound as a therapeutic modality.


We are excited to recognize Maejor’s contributions to the field of music and wellness,” said Dr. Concetta Tomaino, Executive Director and Co-Founder of IMNF. “His work bridges artistic excellence with a deep commitment to healing, education, and global impact.


Click here for more information or to register for the Symposium & Awards Ceremony.

Bio


Inspired by his cancer survival journey and the healing power of sound therapy, Maejor is on a global mission to transform lives through music. As a singer, songwriter, and producer, his work has amassed over 1 billion streams as an artist and over 2 billion as a multi-platinum, Guinness World Record holding, Grammy-nominated producer. He has collaborated with top industry names and global brands including Justin Bieber (notably on the #1 hit album Purpose), Frank Ocean, Keke Palmer, Drake, DJ Martin Garrix, Disney, Amazon and many others.


His debut podcast, which won Adweek Podcast of the Year, explores the intersections of science, spirituality, music, and wellness- As well as been featured in prestigious forums such as the United Nations and the World Economic Forum, further establishing him as a thought leader in these fields - where he continues to advocate for the transformative power of music and sound therapy on a global scale.


In addition to his musical achievements, Maejor is actively involved in mentoring emerging talent and engaging in global conversations. When he isn’t in the studio or on stage, he dedicates time to philanthropic initiatives and community outreach, striving to use his platform to inspire and empower others.


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Be part of an event that blends science, wellness, and celebration - learn from leaders in music & brain health and support IMNF’s work advancing the healing power of music.