Music award shows are inherently imperfect, as Halsey's Grammys snub, Lizzo's AMAs losses suggest
5 years, 1 month ago

Music award shows are inherently imperfect, as Halsey's Grammys snub, Lizzo's AMAs losses suggest

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Even though fan-voted awards like the AMAs seem less subject to bias than those decided by industry suits, such as the Grammys, their results are strongly linked to an artist’s social media following – and how active those followers are – which can differ greatly from act to act. Halsey, who won Best Pop/Rock Song for her chart-topping hit ‘Without Me’ at the AMAs, told the audience how she erroneously used to believe that “gold-plated” trophies were a source of validation. When Halsey’s friend Taylor Swift picked up her Artist of the Year award at the AMAs, she hailed her monologue as being “the speech of the night”. Even though fan-voted awards seem less subject to bias than those decided by industry suits, their results are strongly linked to an artist’s social media following – and how active those followers are – which can differ greatly from act to act.

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Beyoncé makes history (again) with 11 nominations for 2025 Grammy Awards
2 months ago

Beyoncé makes history (again) with 11 nominations for 2025 Grammy Awards

LA Times  

When Beyoncé took the prize for best dance/electronic album at the Grammy Awards last year with “Renaissance,” the pop superstar became the winningest artist in the nearly seven-decade history of music’s most prestigious awards show. Billie Eilish also scored a nod for the album award with “Hit Me Hard and Soft,” making her the first artist to be nominated for …

Grammy Awards achieve highest viewing figures in four years
11 months ago

Grammy Awards achieve highest viewing figures in four years

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Grammy Awards achieved its …

"The View" host says Jay-Z's Grammys speech took away from Taylor Swift's historic win
11 months ago

"The View" host says Jay-Z's Grammys speech took away from Taylor Swift's historic win

Salon  

Taylor Swift took the top prize at the 66th Grammys on Sunday evening but "The View" host Alyssa Farah Griffin said some of her spotlight was taken by Jay-Z's speech calling out the Recording Academy for never awarding his wife Beyoncé album of the year. During the talk show's Monday episode, Griffin said, "It feels like taking away from artists …

Jay-Z pulls a Kanye West at Grammys as Taylor Swift wins Album of the Year, fans say ‘he had more class’
11 months ago

Jay-Z pulls a Kanye West at Grammys as Taylor Swift wins Album of the Year, fans say ‘he had more class’

Hindustan Times  

Taylor Swift made history at the Grammys this year after winning Album of the Year for the fourth time. Although Swift wasn't ambushed during her speech this time around, Jay-Z made his disappointment clear as he pointed out that Beyonce “never won Album of the Year.” Jay-Z Slams Recording Academy for Ignoring Beyoncé's Grammy Wins) Jay-Z pulls a Kanye West …

Here’s Everything You Might Have Missed At The 2024 Grammy Awards
11 months ago

Here’s Everything You Might Have Missed At The 2024 Grammy Awards

Huff Post  

Taylor Swift won Album of the Year for “Midnights” and all I could do was yawn. Here are some other thoughts I had about the show: The beginning had good energy and momentum and then that In Memoriam section really slowed down the show. Victoria Monét’s tearful win for Best New Artist. No shade, but it really is so unbelievable …

Review: Jay-Z spoke the truth at the Grammys. The rest of the show made it sorely obvious
11 months ago

Review: Jay-Z spoke the truth at the Grammys. The rest of the show made it sorely obvious

LA Times  

The 66th Grammy Awards appeared to go exactly as planned Sunday, despite arriving during the biggest storm of the year. So was Billie Eilish’s performance of “What Was I Made For?,” her single from the movie “Barbie,” which won song of the year. “When I get nervous,” he acknowledged, “I tell the truth.” And, as Sunday’s Grammys proved in the …

Go easy on ... booze? Lizzo and Adele got ‘so drunk’ they lost track of the Grammys
1 year, 11 months ago

Go easy on ... booze? Lizzo and Adele got ‘so drunk’ they lost track of the Grammys

LA Times  

If Lizzo and fellow pop diva Adele looked like they had too much fun at the 2023 Grammys, blame it on the juice. At the 65th Grammys, Lizzo walked away with the record of the year prize for “About Damn Time” but said Friday she was not in the proper head space to receive an award. “We were like, ‘Wait, …

Grammys: Harry Styles responds to reporter who tells him Beyonce was expected to Album of the Year
1 year, 11 months ago

Grammys: Harry Styles responds to reporter who tells him Beyonce was expected to Album of the Year

The Independent  

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse Loughrey Get our The Life Cinematic email for free Get our The Life Cinematic email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Harry Styles has responded to claims he …

2023 Grammys: As long as Beyoncé keeps losing, no one wins.
1 year, 11 months ago

2023 Grammys: As long as Beyoncé keeps losing, no one wins.

Slate  

Stevie Wonder said it best: “Thank you, but stop.” He was trying only to curtail the standing ovation that greeted him at last night’s Grammys so he and his fellow uncannily undiminished senior citizen Smokey Robinson could get on with the music. Thank you, Recording Academy, for a broadcast that carried on the recent trend of avoiding the overdone production …

Grammys Moments: A rap tribute for the ages, Beyoncé triumph
1 year, 11 months ago

Grammys Moments: A rap tribute for the ages, Beyoncé triumph

Associated Press  

As he accepted an innovator’s award named for him, Dr. Dre mused about what he had in common with many of the people he saw from the Grammy Awards stage. Her most memorable Grammy moments came when two peers stood onstage with their own trophies and saluted her: when A dele said Beyonce’s “Lemonade” should have won instead of her …

Beyonce breaks record for lifetime Grammy wins
1 year, 11 months ago

Beyonce breaks record for lifetime Grammy wins

Deccan Chronicle  

LOS ANGELES: Pop queen Beyonce on Sunday reigned supreme at the Grammys, breaking the all-time record for wins with her 32nd prize and fourth of the night to resounding applause. She clinched the title by winning the Grammy for Best Dance/Electronic Music Album for her smash "Renaissance," thus surpassing the late classical conductor Georg Solti, who had 31 awards. Beyonce …

Beyoncé becomes most decorated artist in Grammys history
1 year, 11 months ago

Beyoncé becomes most decorated artist in Grammys history

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Beyoncé has broken a Grammys …

Adele vs Beyonce – the rematch! Our predictions for this year’s Grammy Awards
1 year, 11 months ago

Adele vs Beyonce – the rematch! Our predictions for this year’s Grammy Awards

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Album of the Year nominees 30 – Adele Voyage …

Grammy predictions: AP writers debate who’ll win on Sunday
1 year, 11 months ago

Grammy predictions: AP writers debate who’ll win on Sunday

Associated Press  

The Beyhive is all abuzz over the possibility that Beyoncé will have a chance to make Grammy history this year, which should make for an exciting awards show as she’s up against heavy hitters Adele, Kendrick Lamar and Harry Styles. RECORD OF THE YEAR: “Don’t Shut Me Down,” ABBA; “Easy on Me,” Adele; “Break My Soul,” Beyoncé; “Good Morning Gorgeous,” …

With Beyonce-Adele rematch at center stage, music's elite head to star-studded Grammys
1 year, 11 months ago

With Beyonce-Adele rematch at center stage, music's elite head to star-studded Grammys

Firstpost  

The performance-heavy ceremony will include songs from major contenders Styles, Bad Bunny, Lizzo and Mary J. Blige at the 65th annual show, hosted once again by comedian Trevor Noah The brightest stars in pop music will vie for the industry’s top awards at the Grammys in Los Angeles on Sunday, with a Beyonce-Adele rematch set to take center stage. Music’s …

Grammys 2022: How to watch online, five things to watch out for
2 years, 9 months ago

Grammys 2022: How to watch online, five things to watch out for

The Hindu  

Las Vegas will host the Grammys for the first time ever Sunday, one year after the coronavirus pandemic forced organizers to shake up the broadcast with a cabaret-style show heavy on performances. Kanye antics Kanye West, whose legal name is now Ye, released an album both this year and last, but it’s his questionable behavior that has made him music’s …

Grammy predictions: AP writers debate who’ll triumph Sunday
2 years, 9 months ago

Grammy predictions: AP writers debate who’ll triumph Sunday

Associated Press  

The number of nominees for the Grammys’ top awards keeps growing, up to 10 this year, making the competition stronger, but predictions a lot trickier. __ ALBUM OF THE YEAR: “We Are,” Jon Batiste; “Love For Sale,” Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga; “Justice,” Justin Bieber; “Planet Her,” Doja Cat; “Happier Than Ever,” Billie Eilish; “Back of My Mind,” H.E.R. ___ …

Is the Oscars Slap Drama Proof That Beyoncé Is Cursed?
2 years, 9 months ago

Is the Oscars Slap Drama Proof That Beyoncé Is Cursed?

Slate  

When the Academy announced that Beyoncé would perform at this year’s Oscars, Bey stans and casual fans alike were shocked. Though this award solidified her as the record holder for the most Grammys ever won by a female artist, it also underlined a telling, frustrating truth: With 79 nominations as of 2021 the awards show has only granted her one …

As Grammy voting begins, Gen Z acts are favorites. But could a 95-year-old take the top prize?
3 years, 2 months ago

As Grammy voting begins, Gen Z acts are favorites. But could a 95-year-old take the top prize?

LA Times  

Olivia Rodrigo, from left, Lil Nas X and Taylor Swift are among the favorites as voting for the 64th Grammy Awards gets underway. “She’s like, ‘I broke up with my guy, but yay!’” Other possible-to-likely album nominees include Drake’s “Certified Lover Boy,” Musgraves’ “Star-Crossed,” country singer Chris Stapleton’s “Starting Over,” pop-rap hit-maker Doja Cat’s “Planet Her,” H.E.R.’s R&B disc “Back …

Grammy Awards 2021: Taylor Swift performs; Harry Styles wins Best Pop Solo Performance
3 years, 9 months ago

Grammy Awards 2021: Taylor Swift performs; Harry Styles wins Best Pop Solo Performance

Firstpost  

Host Trevor Noah kicked off the Grammys 2021 telling jokes about the coronavirus pandemic and the year that was 2020. Silk Sonic, aka Bruno Mars and Anderson Paak, also performed, bringing a throwback R&B vibe to the show with their smooth new single, ‘Leave the Door Open.’ Dua Lipa proved her pop star status with a performance of her hits …

Grammys 2020 viewership drops to 18.7 mn; awards performed better than other entertainment shows, says broadcaster CBS
4 years, 11 months ago

Grammys 2020 viewership drops to 18.7 mn; awards performed better than other entertainment shows, says broadcaster CBS

Firstpost  

Grammys 2020 saw Billie Eilish sweep all four top awards - album, song record of the year and best new artist, becoming the first woman to do so. The television audience for the annual Grammy Awards show dipped to 18.7 million viewers, a 6% drop from 2019, ViacomCBS’s broadcaster CBS said on Monday. Sunday’s 3-1/2 hour live show from Los …

Grammys 2020 talking points: All the winners, performances, red carpet looks and highlights from award ceremony
4 years, 11 months ago

Grammys 2020 talking points: All the winners, performances, red carpet looks and highlights from award ceremony

The Independent  

✕ Close Grammys 2020: video highlights Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Here are the …

Grammys 2020: List of winners in full
4 years, 11 months ago

Grammys 2020: List of winners in full

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Lil Nas X scored two victories for Best Music …

Grammys 2020: Billie Eilish, Lizzo, Lil Nas X, Tyler, the Creator win top honours; see full list of winners
4 years, 11 months ago

Grammys 2020: Billie Eilish, Lizzo, Lil Nas X, Tyler, the Creator win top honours; see full list of winners

Firstpost  

Host Alicia Keys kicked off the Grammys 2020 ceremony with a tribute to late basketball player Kobe Bryant. Billie Eilish, Tyler, the Creator, Lizzo, Vampire Weekend and Lil Nas X were among the top winners. Record of the Year Billie Eilish - ‘bad guy’ Album of the Year Billie Eilish - When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? …

Lista de ganadores de los premios Grammy 2020
4 years, 11 months ago

Lista de ganadores de los premios Grammy 2020

LA Times  

Billie Eilish y Finneas O’Connell en los 62.o Premios Grammys. “Talk” — Khalid “Old Town Road” — Lil Nas X featuring Billy Ray Cyrus “Truth Hurts” — Lizzo “Sunflower” — Post Malone & Swae Lee 1 / 62 A tribute to Nipsey Hussle and Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant is displayed as YG, John Legend, DJ Khaled, Meek Mill, …

2020 Grammy Awards winners list
4 years, 11 months ago

2020 Grammy Awards winners list

LA Times  

Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell at the 62nd Grammys Awards. “Talk” — Khalid “Old Town Road” — Lil Nas X featuring Billy Ray Cyrus “Truth Hurts” — Lizzo “Sunflower” — Post Malone & Swae Lee 1 / 62 A tribute to Nipsey Hussle and Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant is displayed as YG, John Legend, DJ Khaled, Meek Mill, …

Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton flash beaming smiles during charity signing event ahead of Grammys
4 years, 11 months ago

Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton flash beaming smiles during charity signing event ahead of Grammys

Daily Mail  

The 62nd Annual Grammy Awards are set to go off on Sunday in Los Angeles with Alicia Keys playing hosting duties for a second straight year. Good cause: Blake Shelton and ladylove Gwen Stefani were among the star to attend day one of the GRAMMY Charities Signings Shelton, 43, was beaming when he stepped up to a table to scribble …

AMAs 2019 winner list: Taylor Swift sweeps with 5 awards
5 years, 1 month ago

AMAs 2019 winner list: Taylor Swift sweeps with 5 awards

Deccan Chronicle  

Washington D.C. : With Taylor Swift bagging the Artist of the Decade honour, she not only brought her American Music Award count to 28 but also became the artist with the most wins, breaking late pop icon Michael Jackson's record. Until Sunday, Swift had a tally of 23 AMA wins and with five wins this year, the Grammy-winner surpassed the …

Grammys 2020: Lizzo, Billie Eilish and Lil Nas X lead noms, Jonas Brothers get Best Pop Duo/Group Performance nod
5 years, 1 month ago

Grammys 2020: Lizzo, Billie Eilish and Lil Nas X lead noms, Jonas Brothers get Best Pop Duo/Group Performance nod

Hindustan Times  

Pop newcomer Lizzo led the Grammy nominations on Wednesday with eight nods, followed by 17-year-old alt-pop sensation Billie Eilish and country rapper Lil Nas X with six apiece. 7 — Lil Nas X Cuz I Love You — Lizzo Father of the Bride — Vampire Weekend Record of the Year Hey, Ma — Bon Iver Bad Guy — Billie Eilish …

The Latest: Lizzo leads Grammy nominations with 8
5 years, 1 month ago

The Latest: Lizzo leads Grammy nominations with 8

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — The Latest on the Grammy nominations : 8:41 a.m. The Grammys are screaming “Cuz I Love You” to Lizzo: the breakthrough singer-rapper scored a whopping eight nominations, including bids for the top four awards, making her the show’s top-nominated act. Lil Nas X is up for three of the top four awards, including album and record of …

Lizzo, Billie Eilish, Lil Nas X lead historically diverse, youthful Grammy 2020 nominations
5 years, 1 month ago

Lizzo, Billie Eilish, Lil Nas X lead historically diverse, youthful Grammy 2020 nominations

LA Times  

Lizzo led all artists with eight Grammy nominations, including album, song, record and best new artist. To think about sitting in a room with, like, every person I grew up idolizing,” Eilish added, “is terrifying.” The history-making aspect of the latest Grammy slate extends to Lil Nas X, the openly gay rapper who earned nominations for record, album and new …

Lizzo, Billie Eilish and Lil Nas X dominate Grammy nods
5 years, 1 month ago

Lizzo, Billie Eilish and Lil Nas X dominate Grammy nods

Al Jazeera  

The highest awards in the music industry favoured diversity over established stars such as Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran. Pop newcomers Lizzo, Billie Eilish, and country rapper Lil Nas X dominated Grammy nominations on Wednesday in a list for the highest awards in the music industry that favoured diversity and women over established stars such as Taylor Swift and Ed …

Grammys 2019: Many deserving artists won top honours — but what about the music?
5 years, 10 months ago

Grammys 2019: Many deserving artists won top honours — but what about the music?

Firstpost  

For its tone-deaf treatment of women artists last year, the Grammys this year stepped up with 15 artists being nominated across the four major categories: Album of the Year, Song of the Year, Record of the Year and Best New Artist Eminem called it last year in his album Kamikaze. While he was ironically nominated in this year’s awards for …

Grammys 2019: Ariana Grande's Sweetener wins Best Pop Vocal Album; 'This Is America' is Song of the Year
5 years, 10 months ago

Grammys 2019: Ariana Grande's Sweetener wins Best Pop Vocal Album; 'This Is America' is Song of the Year

Firstpost  

The Grammy Awards kicked off 10 February with a group of powerful women, including Michelle Obama and Lady Gaga, describing the role of music in their lives The Grammy Awards kicked off 10 February with a group of powerful women, including Michelle Obama and Lady Gaga, describing the role of music in their lives — a display that came a …

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