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Alicia Keys To Host The 2019 GRAMMY Awards

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The 15-time GRAMMY singer-songwriter will host the 61st annual GRAMMY Awards, airing on Sunday, Feb. 10 on CBS.
Rachel Brodsky
GRAMMYs
Jan 15, 2019 - 6:33 am

Pop/R&B legend and 15-time GRAMMY winner Alicia Keys has been announced as the host of the 61st Annual GRAMMY Awards, airing on Sunday, Feb. 10 on CBS. This will be the first time Keys has been the master of ceremonies for Music's Biggest Night.

"I know what it feels like to be on that stage, and I’m going to bring that vibe and energy," said Keys in a statement. "I'm so excited to be the master of ceremonies on the biggest night in music and celebrate the creativity, power and, magic. I'm especially excited for all the incredible women nominated this year! It's going up on February 10!"

Recording Academy President/CEO Neil Portnow echoed her sentiments, commenting, "A dynamic artist with the rare combination of groundbreaking talent and passion for her craft, Alicia Keys is the perfect choice as host for our show. Throughout her exciting career, I have watched her become a powerful force within the music industry and beyond. As an artist who speaks to the power of music for good, a role model, and a spokesperson for change, we are thrilled to have her on board for what's sure to be an unforgettable GRAMMY Awards."

"Alicia is one of those rare artists who meld true musical genius with heartfelt emotional lyrics to create a unique approach to everything she does. We have no doubt that she'll bring all of that as she guides millions of GRAMMY viewers through what we believe will be a very special show in February," said longtime GRAMMY Awards Executive Producer Ken Ehrlich.

In addition to her 15 GRAMMY wins, Keys is an accomplished actress, a New York Times best-selling author, a film, television and Broadway producer, an entrepreneur, and a remarkable force in the world of activism. Since the release of her monumental 2001 debut album, Songs In A Minor, Keys has sold more than 30 million records and built an unparalleled repertoire of hits and accomplishments.

Check out the full list of 2019 GRAMMY nominees, and watch the 61st Annual GRAMMY Awards on Sunday, Feb. 10 at 8 p.m.ET / 5 p.m. PT. on CBS.

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Cardi B Pushes Back Against The "Press" In NSFW New Video

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The track is the GRAMMY-winning rapper's second single of the year, both of which follow her GRAMMY-winning debut studio album, 'Invasion Of Privacy'
Ana Yglesias
GRAMMYs
Jun 26, 2019 - 1:53 pm

Today, GRAMMY winner Cardi B released the music video for "Press," her second single of the year, which she dropped on May 31. The gritty, NSFW visual was directed by Jora Frantzis, who also led the rapper's "Money" video, and features a well-dressed (and sometimes not-dressed, yet semi-censored), vindictive Cardi murdering a lot of people.

The new video follows her performance of the song at the BET Awards on June 23. Offset and Cardi opened the show with "Clout," their collab on his Father Of 4 album, as she delivered her verses while giving him a lap-dance and then took center stage for "Press."

Cardi took home two BET Awards that night, for Best Female Hip-Hop Artist and Album of the Year for Invasion Of Privacy, her GRAMMY-winning debut studio album. Asserting their place as hip-hop's premier power couple, Offset also took home a win, for Best Group as one-third of Migos.

In February, at the 61st GRAMMY Awards, the rap queen made history as the first-ever woman to win the GRAMMY for Best Rap Album, also for 2018's Invasion Of Privacy. Shortly after the momentous win, she released her first single since the album on Feb. 15, "Please Me" featuring Bruno Mars.

She has yet to announce a follow up LP, but "Press" follows as her second new release of the year. In addition to her spot on Offset's track, the prolific rapper's other 2019 features include a spot on DJ Khaled's "Wish Wish," along with 21 Savage, and "Rodeo" by Lil Nas X.

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Alicia Keys

Alicia Keys

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Alicia Keys' 'More Myself' Autobiography Coming In The Fall

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"I do not want it to be called a memoir," said the GRAMMY winner about her upcoming autobiography
Philip Merrill
GRAMMYs
Mar 14, 2019 - 1:25 pm

On March 13, Alicia Keys and Oprah Winfrey revealed that Keys' autobiography — More Myself — would be released by Macmillan's Flatiron Books on Nov. 5, the first title under the aegis of Winfrey's "An Oprah Book" imprint. "I didn't tell anybody that I was writing this book," said Keys. 

"The point is that we get to continuously discover who we are," said Keys, explaining how the book's title is key to its purpose. Filled with lessons readers can apply to their own paths, More Myself creates a "360 degree perspective" on Keys' timeline through music to super-star status, combining the 61st GRAMMYs host's musings, plus interviews from friends who have shared in her journey.

"I'm just so happy that I can say I arrived at a place where I actually am more myself than I've ever been in my life," said Keys. "I really look forward to becoming even more More Myself." That's why she declared, "I wanted to call it a journey ... I do not want it to be called a memoir."

"You don't have to compare yourself to anybody. You don't have to try to be like somebody else. You don't have to try to make other people who you want to please happy," continued Keys. "The goal is that you are making yourself happy, that you are learning more about yourself."

More Myself is available for pre-order on Flatiron Books' website, and Oprah Magazine has additional details. 

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Ella Mai

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Backstreet Boys And Ella Mai Join IHeartRadio Music Awards Performers Lineup

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Other newly announced performers include Lovelytheband, Marshmello and his special guest Lauv
Philip Merrill
GRAMMYs
Mar 13, 2019 - 6:28 am

On March 14, the iHeartRadio Music Awards will announce this year's winners in Los Angeles. On March 12, iHeartRadio announced additional performers for this Thursday's bash with Backstreet Boys, Ella Mai, lovelytheband, and Marshmello with special guest Lauv.

Garth Brooks, Halsey and Alicia Keys are performing too as well as receiving special awards. Brooks will receive the iHeartRadio Artist of the Decade Award, the first time this has ever been awarded. Halsey is receiving a female role-model award and will perform with special guests Travis Barker and Yungblud. Keys, who hosted the 61st GRAMMY Awards so memorably, will receive the iHeartRadio Innovator Award.

Other previously announced performers include GRAMMY winners Ariana Grande, John Legend and Kacey Musgraves. At the 61st GRAMMY Awards, Grande won Best Pop Vocal Album for Sweetener. Kacey Musgraves came away with four wins including Album Of The Year and Best Country Album for Golden Hour.

Another notable special award is Tour of the Year going to Taylor Swift for her Reputation Tour, a record-breaking success.

Hosted by T-Pain, further information on viewing or listening to the iHeartRadio Music Awards is available on iHeartRadio's website and will include viewing their Facebook livestream.

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Aretha Franklin

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Patti LaBelle, John Legend, SZA, Alicia Keys, Common & More Celebrate Aretha Franklin

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Artists across generations and genres convened to celebrate the beloved singer's life with moving performances and tributes at "Aretha! A GRAMMY Celebration For The Queen Of Soul"
Ana Yglesias
GRAMMYs
Mar 5, 2019 - 10:41 am

On Jan. 13, 2019, the historic Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles was filled with cheers, laughter and some tears as dozens of stars took to the stage to pay tribute to the late GRAMMY-winning icon Aretha Franklin with a special concert called Aretha! A GRAMMY Celebration For The Queen Of Soul.

Hosted by actor and comedian Tyler Perry, the talent-filled show featured performances from artists spanning generations, including Patti LaBelle, Alicia Keys, SZA, Janelle Monáe, John Legend, Yolanda Adams, Common, Alessia Cara, Brandi Carlile, Chloe x Halle, Celine Dion, Fantasia, H.E.R. and more.

Mar 11, 2019 – 1:10 pm

Brandi Carlile, Jennifer Hudson, More Honor Aretha

Moving Musical Tributes

Every tribute had the packed auditorium either dancing or swaying in their seats; at times the crowd was even moved to standing ovations. As recent first-time GRAMMY winning R&B artist H.E.R. said during her backstage interview, "I don't know one singer that doesn't listen to Aretha Franklin."

H.E.R. brought out her guitar and silky vocals as she sang "I Say A Little Prayer For You." Meanwhile, Fantasia hit all the high notes with grace as fellow GRAMMY winner Rob Thomas joined her for a lively duet of "I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)," Aretha's 1986 song with GRAMMY winner George Michael.

Mar 1, 2019 – 10:47 am

H.E.R. Honors Aretha Franklin

GRAMMY winner Yolanda Adams also gave two stunning performances, one a rousing nod to Aretha's gospel choir beginnings with a moving medley with fellow GRAMMY-winning gospel singers Shirley Caesar and Bebe Winans.

Earlier in the evening, GRAMMY-winning rapper and social justice advocate Common joined her for a powerful performance of "Young, Gifted And Black," which brought the whole crowd into a booming standing ovation. The song was originally written and recorded by Nina Simone and covered a few years later by Aretha as the GRAMMY-winning title track for her 18th studio album.

Feb 28, 2019 – 11:27 am

Patti LaBelle: No One Can Channel Aretha Franklin

Performers also included GRAMMY-nominated R&B sister duo Chloe x Halle, who sang "Sisters Are Doing It For Themselves" in coordinating sparkly fringe dresses. GRAMMY-winning Godmother Of Soul Patti LaBelle took it home as she wowed with "Call Me" in a shimmery black pantsuit number. She closing the song singing "We love you Aretha, we'll never forget you," to another standing ovation.

Alicia Keys and John Legend bookended the evening with their powerful voices and mesmerizing piano skills, Keys offering a medley with GRAMMY-nominated R&B singer SZA while Legend took on "Bridge Over Troubled Water."

More Aretha Accolades

In addition to performances from Aretha's admirers and peers, the show featured moving speeches and archival footage, which offered background to the songs and recounted milestones from Aretha's career, including videos of her singing at both Bill Clinton's and Barack Obama's Presidential inaugurations.

Fellow GRAMMY-winning, Detroit-raised music icon Smokey Robinson even took it way back as he shared the heartfelt story of meeting a six-year-old Aretha, whom he said would go on to become his "life-long friend" and the "Princess Of Soul." Another longtime friend and music industry icon, GRAMMY-winning producer and all around legend Clive Davis, also gave a powerful speech, asserting "there will never ever be another Aretha."

Stay tuned to GRAMMY.com to watch several full performances from the evening, to be released soon.

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