Bianca Gracie

Bianca Gracie

Bianca Gracie is a contributing writer to GRAMMY.com / The Recording Academy. She previously held staff roles at Billboard, Fuse and Idolator. Her writing can also be found in various entertainment media outlets, including SPIN, Vulture and VIBE. Gracie's work reflects her diverse taste in genres (especially '90s and early '00s pop) as well as helping Black artists share their stories. She loves finding new restaurants, exploring art galleries and endless vacations.

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On ‘Paid In Memories,’ Jessie Reyez Celebrates Her Winding Road

Jessie Reyez has never attempted to patch up her flaws. This admirable honesty has been a feature of the Toronto singer/songwriter's music since her first release, and continues on her latest album, Paid In Memories. "I never said I was sane," Reyez declares on the album’s opening track. Released on March 28, the GRAMMY nominee's third studio release embraces some…

How ‘Love & Hyperbole’ Helped Alessia Cara Gain More Trust In Love And Herself

How ‘Love & Hyperbole’ Helped Alessia Cara Gain More Trust In Love And Herself

"I see everythin' in slow motion, like a movie scene," Alessia Cara sings on "Slow Motion," one of the singles from her new album, Love & Hyperbole. It's a fitting statement for the singer/songwriter, whose music has felt cinematic since her breakthrough 2015 hit "Here." Her poetic lyrics paint grand storylines, taking listeners through every emotion — and her new…

Inside Olly Alexander’s ‘Polari’: How His London Party Days, A Secret Queer Lexicon & Spirituality Inspired His Most Daring Album

Inside Olly Alexander’s ‘Polari’: How His London Party Days, A Secret Queer Lexicon & Spirituality Inspired His Most Daring Album

Like many of us, Olly Alexander considers himself an emotional person. But while others may hide from that revelation, the singer/songwriter opts to fully dive into all the intricacies of emotions. "I'm interested in the drama, the escape, the intensity, the high stakes of a pop song," he tells GRAMMY.com. "I'm always trying to get at that epic, bittersweet feeling."…

2025 GRAMMYs Nominations: Record Of The Year Nominees

2025 GRAMMYs Nominations: Record Of The Year Nominees

The 2025 GRAMMYs, officially known as the 67th GRAMMY Awards, will air live on CBS and Paramount+ on Sunday, Feb. 2. Watch highlights from the 2025 GRAMMYs on live.GRAMMY.com. The 2025 GRAMMYs telecast will be reimagined to raise funds to support wildfire relief efforts and aid music professionals impacted by the wildfires in Los Angeles. Donate to the Recording Academy's…

Songbook: A Guide To Billie Eilish’s Musical Ventures & Artistic Ingenuity

Songbook: A Guide To Billie Eilish’s Musical Ventures & Artistic Ingenuity

Being a once-in-a-generation artist isn't an easy crown to wear, but Billie Eilish has made it look effortlessly badass. The singer's unabashed honesty and equally raw vocal talent led her to becoming one of the industry's most decorated Gen Z artists before she even reached her twenties. Eilish first caught our ears in 2016 when the then-13-year-old uploaded "ocean eyes"…

2023 In Review: 5 Trends That Defined Pop Music

2023 In Review: 5 Trends That Defined Pop Music

There's arguably only one way to sum up pop music in 2023: it belonged to the women. Whether SZA or Olivia Rodrigo were revealing the cracks in their relationships through catchy hooks, or Taylor Swift was taking over stadiums around the globe, female artists dominated genre charts and trends. And even a fictional female figure helped spawn some of the…

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Here Are The Record Of The Year Nominees At The 2024 GRAMMYs

Throughout the past year, Miley Cyrus, Billie Eilish, Olivia Rodrigo and Taylor Swift delivered inescapable pop anthems, while Victoria Monét and SZA proved that R&B deserves a place in the spotlight. Jon Batiste continued to evolve his artistry, while indie supergroup boygenius made an anticipated comeback. With so many standout moments, the golden gramophone Record Of The Year — which…

How Ilsey Transformed From Hit Songwriter To Artist On ‘From The Valley’: “I Have The Freedom To Say What I Want”

How Ilsey Transformed From Hit Songwriter To Artist On ‘From The Valley’: “I Have The Freedom To Say What I Want”

Ilsey is cruising down the path to self-discovery. For the past decade, the Los Angeles-born songwriter had a major presence behind the scenes, penning hits for the likes of Beyoncé and Shawn Mendes. Now, she's the one on the mic, ready to share her journey. From The Valley  details the emotional weight of a crumbling relationship and finding the courage…

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On ‘Super Over,’ Leah Kate Offers Advice On Cutting Off Toxic Relationships

Leah Kate isn’t here to coddle you.  The Los Angeles-born alt-pop singer has been unleashing kiss-off anthems since her 2019 debut EP Impulse. Since then, she hasn’t slowed down on penning tunes that encapsulate the frustration that comes with one-sided love. After gaining strides with singles like 2020’s "F— Up The Friendship," 2021’s "F U Anthem" and last year’s "10…

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19 Concerts And Events Celebrating The 50th Anniversary Of Hip-Hop

Hip-hop was born at a humble party that transformed into a definitive movement. On Aug. 11, 1973, Cindy Campbell asked her brother Clive (known by his stage name DJ Kool Herc) to DJ at a school fundraiser she organized. That event, held in a Bronx apartment building community room, gave way to not only a genre but a movement. Today,…

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5 Takeaways From Janelle Monáe’s New Album, ‘The Age of Pleasure’

Since her 2010 debut album, The ArchAndroid, Janelle Monáe’s work has been grounded in intricacy.  Whether Monáe is building sci-fi worlds, continuing the Afrofuturism narrative of her Cindi Mayweather character or analyzing the concept of American identity on 2019’s Dirty Computer — which scored a nomination for Album Of The Year at the 2019 GRAMMYs — she tasks listeners with…

2022 In Review: 8 Trends That Defined Pop Music

2022 In Review: 8 Trends That Defined Pop Music

If there's one word to describe this year in pop, it would be "unpredictable." Take fan favorites Beyoncé and Rihanna for starters: as fans began pondering when they'd hear new music again, both superstars made significant returns to their solo artistries, further elevating their statuses as elite pop divas. Pop's unexpected nature is what makes it so beloved, especially in…

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5 Takeaways From Burna Boy’s New Album ‘Love, Damini’

Burna Boy’s rapid ascent to becoming one of this generation’s biggest international superstars is a true wonder. The Nigerian-born star brought "Afro-fusion" — an infectious blend of Afrobeats, dancehall and reggae, hip-hop and pop — to the masses all while shattering stereotypes that Africa has a singular sound. Burna Boy’s success in Afrobeats is multi-faceted: The 31-year-old artist has refused…

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