Amy Allen stands out as one of pop music’s most influential behind-the-scenes forces, shaping chart-topping hits for a new generation of artists. Her in-demand songwriting has powered major releases across genres, most notably through her extensive work with Sabrina Carpenter on the acclaimed album Man’s Best Friend.

Commercial success

• Man’s Best Friend debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, spending four weeks atop the chart.

• Allen reached No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot 100 Songwriters chart in 2024, with 13 credits on the Hot 100.

• Tate McRae's “Just Keep Watching” peaked at No. 8 on the Billboard Global 200 and topped the US Hot Dance/Pop Songs chart.

Cultural impact

• Allen previously won the GRAMMY for Songwriter of the Year (Non-Classical) for her work on songs like "Espresso" and "Please, Please, Please."

• Allen’s songs for Sabrina Carpenter, including "Manchild" and "Tears," helped define 2025 pop music.

• She co-wrote K-pop hits for JENNIE (“Handlebars” feat. Dua Lipa) and ROSÉ (“APT.” with Bruno Mars).

• Her collaborations with Shaboozey, Sierra Ferrell, Jon Bellion, Tate McRae, Olivia Rodrigo & Justin Timberlake showcased her versatility across pop, K-pop, and country.

Critical response

• Rolling Stone praised Allen’s “fearlessness of modulating keys” and “witty, heartfelt lyric content,” calling her work with Sabrina Carpenter “pretty unique for this moment in time with how musical it is.” Read full review

• Billboard highlighted Allen’s “idiosyncratic pop hits that people — many millions of them — can’t stop listening to,” emphasizing her ability to craft songs “tailored specifically to the artist.” Read full review

Edgar Barrera had a highly successful year, culminating in three major awards at the 2025 Latin GRAMMYs, including Song Of The Year for KAROL G's 'Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido.'

Commercial success

• Ended 2024 with 23 song credits as a songwriter and 19 as a producer on the Billboard Hot 100, working with artists such as Maluma, Shakira, Karol G, Peso Pluma, Grupo Frontera, and Carín León.

• Won the Latin GRAMMY for Songwriter of the Year, and stands out as the only Latino and only producer to achieve a consecutive nomination for two straight years for Songwriter of the Year (Non-Classical).

Cultural impact

• He played a key role in the success of major crossover hits, including "un x100to" with Grupo Frontera and Bad Bunny, and "Según Quién" with Maluma and Carín León, expanding the reach of Latin music internationally.

• Barrera’s mentorship and partnership with emerging acts like Grupo Frontera through his BorderKid Records imprint have fostered new talent and innovation within the Latin music industry.

Critical response

• Billboard highlighted Barrera as "a key player designing the sound of modern-day Latin music," noting his versatility and impact across genres. Read full review

• Variety praised Barrera’s ability to take artists out of their comfort zones and experiment with new sounds, calling him "the go-to songwriter for top-charting acts looking to expand their musical range." Read full review

• NPR Music recognized Barrera as the leading nominee at the 2024 Latin Grammy Awards, emphasizing his "towering achievements" and influence as a songwriter and producer. Read full review

Jessie Jo Dillon's recent recognition includes her second consecutive win for ACM Songwriter of the Year, making her the first to achieve this feat since 2021. She has made significant contributions to major country acts' projects the past few years, making her an in-demand songwriter for Nashville and beyond.

Commercial success

• Jessie Jo Dillon contributed writing credits to Megan Moroney’s Am I Okay? (I’ll Be Fine) and Jelly Roll’s Beautifully Broken, both nominated for Album of the Year at the 2025 ACM Awards.

• Her writing credits also include Post Malone’s F-1 Trillion, which received an Album of the Year nomination at the 2025 ACM Awards.

Cultural impact

• She co-wrote Brandy Clark's song 'Buried', which was nominated for Best Country Song at the 2024 GRAMMY Awards, highlighting her influence on acclaimed projects.

• Dillon earned a highly coveted NSAI '10 Songs I Wish I'd Written' Award for co-penning Morgan Wallen's "Lies Lies Lies," reflecting peer recognition within the songwriting community.

Critical response

• Billboard highlighted Dillon's impact on the country songwriting landscape, noting her "ability to co-write billion-streaming hits like '10,000 Hours' and emotionally resonant tracks for artists such as Jelly Roll and Megan Moroney." Read full review

• The Tennessean praised Dillon as a "star in her own right," emphasizing her "art of using words to uncomplicate human emotion" and her role in "helping to create a diverse country marketplace where humanity's complexities are honestly and uniquely captured." Read full review