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Kelly Clarkson, Dave Chappelle, More To Present At 2018 GRAMMYs

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Tony Bennett, Alicia Keys, Nick Jonas, John Legend, Eve, Jim Gaffigan, Sarah Silverman also among those to present on Music's Biggest Night on Jan. 28
Nate Hertweck
GRAMMYs
Jan 25, 2018 - 6:30 am

An eclectic all-star lineup of artists, musicians, actors, and comedians will take the stage as presenters at the 60th GRAMMY Awards.

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On tap to present awards and introduce performers are 18-time GRAMMY winner Tony Bennett, current GRAMMY nominee Dave Chappelle, three-time GRAMMY winner and current nominee Kelly Clarkson, professional football player Victor Cruz, GRAMMY winner Eve, current GRAMMY nominee Jim Gaffigan, actress Katie Holmes, previous GRAMMY nominee Nick Jonas, actress Anna Kendrick, 15-time GRAMMY winner Alicia Keys, 10-time GRAMMY winner John Legend, actor Shemar Moore, comedian and television host Trevor Noah, current GRAMMY nominee Sarah Silverman, actress and singer Hailee Steinfeld, and GRAMMY nominee Donnie Wahlberg.

Previously announced GRAMMY performers include Brothers Osborne, Alessia Cara, Cardi B, Eric Church, Gary Clark Jr., Miley Cyrus, Childish Gambino, Daddy Yankee, DJ Khaled, Luis Fonsi, Emmylou Harris, Elton John, Kesha, Khalid, Lady Gaga, Kendrick Lamar, Little Big Town, Logic, Patti LuPone, Bruno Mars, Maren Morris, Pink, Ben Platt, Rihanna, Zuleyka Rivera, Sam Smith, Chris Stapleton, StingSZA, Bryson Tiller, and U2.

Hosted by award-winning television personality and performer James Corden live from Madison Square Garden in New York City, the 60th GRAMMY Awards will be broadcast live on CBS on Sunday, Jan. 28 at 7:30 p.m. ET/4:30 p.m. PT.

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Cardi B, Camila Cabello, Post Malone, Janelle Monáe & More To Perform At The 2019 GRAMMYs

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Kacey Musgraves, Dan + Shay and Shawn Mendes also set to take the GRAMMY stage on Feb. 10 for Music's Biggest Night
Nate Hertweck
GRAMMYs
Jan 17, 2019 - 6:32 am

The 61st GRAMMY Awards are beginning to come to life as the Recording Academy has announced the first group of artists to perform at this year's show. Current nominees Camila Cabello, Cardi B, Dan + Shay, Post Malone, Shawn Mendes, Janelle Monáe, and Kacey Musgraves will take the GRAMMY stage on Feb. 10. 

Making her GRAMMY performance debut, Cabello received two nominations for Best Pop Solo Performance for "Havana [Live]" and Best Pop Vocal Album for her debut full-lenght, Camila.

Cardi B has five nominations this year, including Record Of The Year for "I Like It", Album Of The Year and Best Rap Album for her debut full-lenght, Invasion Of Privacy, Best Pop Duo/Group Performance with Maroon 5 for "Girls Like You" and Best Rap Performance for "Be Careful."

First-time GRAMMY nominees Dan + Shay are up for Best Country Duo/Group Performance for "Tequila," while fellow first-time nominee Post Malone received four nominations: Record Of The Year and Best Rap/Sung Performance for "Rockstar" with 21 Savage, Album Of The Year for Beerbongs & Bentleys and Best Pop Solo Performance for "Better Now." 

Taking the GRAMMY stage for the first time, Mendes is nominated for Song Of The Year for "In My Blood" and Best Pop Vocal Album for Shawn Mendes.

Current two-time GRAMMY nominee Monáe is up for Album Of The Year for Dirty Computer and Best Music Video for "PYNK."

Two-time GRAMMY winner and current nominee Musgraves is up for four GRAMMY Awards, Album Of The Year and Best Country Album for Golden Hour, Best Country Solo Performance for "Butterflies" and Best Country Song for "Space Cowboy."

Hosted by Alicia Keys, the 61st Annual GRAMMY Awards will be broadcast live from STAPLES Center in Los Angeles in HDTV and 5.1 surround sound on the CBS Television Network, Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019, at 8:00 p.m. ET/5:00 p.m. PT.

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Kesha, Ed Sheeran, SZA & More To Honor Elton John In GRAMMY Salute

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Tune in to CBS on April 10 to catch "Elton John: I'm Still Standing — A GRAMMY Salute" featuring an all-star tribute plus special performance of a medley of hits from John himself
Nate Hertweck
GRAMMYs
Mar 13, 2018 - 7:00 am

How do you celebrate a career as illustrious as that of the great Elton John? With a star-studded concert, of course. "Elton John: I'm Still Standing — A GRAMMY Salute" will air April 10 on CBS and features performances by some of music's biggest names, including Alessia Cara, Miley Cyrus, Kesha, Lady Gaga, Miranda Lambert, John Legend, Little Big Town, Chris Martin, Shawn Mendes, Maren Morris, Ed Sheeran, Sam Smith, and SZA.

All-Stars Pay Tribute To Elton John

Musicians from multiple genres will perform classic songs from John's impressive catalog with longtime co-writer Bernie Taupin. Additionally, there will be special appearances by Jon Batiste, Neil Patrick Harris, Christopher Jackson, Anna Kendrick, Gayle King, Lucy Liu, Valerie Simpson, and Hailee Steinfeld.

The festivities will culminate with a medley of hits performed by John himself, culminating with the event's title song, "I'm Still Standing" from John's 1983 album, Too Low For Zero.

Here is the full list of performances:

"The Bitch Is Back" — Miley Cyrus
"Candle In The Wind" — Ed Sheeran
"Daniel" — Sam Smith
"I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues" — Alessia Cara
"Your Song" — Lady Gaga
"Rocket Man" — Little Big Town
"Border Song" — Christopher Jackson & Valerie Simpson
"Don't Go Breaking My Heart" — SZA & Shawn Mendes
"Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters" — Maren Morris
"We All Fall In Love Sometimes" — Chris Martin
"My Father's Gun" — Miranda Lambert
"Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" — Kesha
"Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me" — John Legend
"Bennie And The Jets" — Elton John
"Philadelphia Freedom" — Elton John
"I'm Still Standing" — Elton John & Ensemble

"Elton John: I'm Still Standing–A GRAMMY Salute," continues the tradition of previous Emmy-winning TV specials presented by CBS, the Recording Academy, and AEG Ehrlich Ventures, including "Sinatra 100 — An All-Star GRAMMY Concert," "Stevie Wonder: Songs In The Key Of Life — An All-Star GRAMMY Salute," "The Beatles: The Night That Changed America — A GRAMMY Salute" and "Stayin' Alive: A GRAMMY Salute To The Music Of The Bee Gees."

Tune in April 10 at 9 p.m. ET/PT for this two-hour concert special, only on CBS.

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Lisa Loeb To Mastodon: 7 First-Time Winners At The 2018 GRAMMYs

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Take a closer look at seven artists who made their own personal history at Music's Biggest Night
Nate Hertweck
GRAMMYs
Jan 31, 2018 - 2:10 pm

While every GRAMMY win is special to its awardee, there's nothing quite like that first time. The 60th GRAMMY Awards saw several first-timers rise into the upper echelon of excellence, as determined by their peers.

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From breakthrough artists such as Alessia Cara, whose dreams of winning a GRAMMY came true at the young age of 21, to experienced professionals like comedian Dave Chappelle, let's take a look at seven artists who were recognized on Music's Biggest Night for the first time in their career.

Portugal. The Man, Best Pop Duo/Group Performance

Perhaps the Cinderella Story of the 60th GRAMMY Awards, indie rocker turned pop chart-toppers Portugal. The Man found themselves on stage accepting their first career GRAMMY for "Feel It Still," beating out the likes of Imagine Dragons, the Chainsmokers & Coldplay, Zedd & Alessia Cara, and Louis Fonsi, Daddy Yankee and Justin Bieber. Not bad for the Alaska-formed, Portland-based six-piece on their eighth studio album, Woodstock.

"We grew up in a small town in Alaska," said singer/guitarist John Gourley while accepting the award. "This is crazy for us. Our heroes were dog-mushers and stuff like that. … Rep where you're from, be proud of who you are and where you're from."

Lisa Loeb, Best Children's Album

It seemed like Lisa Loeb was everywhere during GRAMMY Week, from the Producers & Engineers Wing Celebration to the Person of the Year red carpet. But it was the main event on Sunday when the two-time nominee landed her first GRAMMY win. Anyone alive in 1994 will remember Loeb's massive hit "Stay (I Miss You)," which earned the singer/songwriter and her band Nine Stories a nomination for Best Pop Performance By A Duo Or Group at the 37th GRAMMY Awards.

Watch: Lisa Loeb 2018 GRAMMYs Red Carpet

More than two decades later, Loeb earned GRAMMY gold for Best Children's Album for Feel What U Feel, a project with an upbeat message for kids focused on "appreciating things in your daily life, respecting other people, respecting your own feelings," according to Loeb. If the joy of giving is the greatest gift, her first GRAMMY has to be a close second.

The War On Drugs, Best Rock Album

Adam Granduciel and his band the War On Drugs achieved something special with their fourth studio album, A Deeper Understanding. Recorded in Los Angeles, the project took on the dichotomy of a sunny sound with a lonely undertone. The result was a guitar-heavy, sonically layered masterpiece that earned the band their first-ever GRAMMY nomination and ultimately a win for Best Rock Album. But the true strength of the album grew out of the time Granduciel spent on writing great songs, and the lasting impression is how — and where — they were shaped.

"I rented out my own studio in Los Angeles and tried to go every day," Granduciel told GRAMMY.com in 2017. "Whether it [was] writing on the piano or guitar or work on demos. I started eight months before [while] on the road. I just ended up having more songs than I ever had in the past."

Dave Chappelle, Best Comedy Album

The Best Comedy Album category has seen some wildly hilarious — and accomplished — winners in the past from George Carlin to Chris Rock, Robin Williams to Whoopi Goldberg. But this year's winner is no newbie. Dave Chappelle started his career in the film business in the mid-'90s before exploding onto the small screen with his edgy and hysterical sketch comedy television series, "Chappelle's Show."

Dave Chappelle's One-On-One: 2018 GRAMMYs

Chappelle's double comedy Netflix specials The Age Of Spin & Deep In The Heart Of Texas bested a formidable crop of nominees at the 60th GRAMMY Awards, including Sarah Silverman, Kevin Hart, Jim Gaffigan, and Jerry Seinfeld. The comedy legend also joined Kendrick Lamar for the show's striking opening performance, proving even the funniest material can still have message.

Mastodon, Best Metal Performance

As modern heroes of heavy music, it was only a matter of time before Mastodon earned their first GRAMMY win. The band was first nominated in the Best Metal Performance category for 2006 for "Colony Of Birchmen" from their third album, Blood Mountain. Five nominations later, the Atlanta-formed quartet earned their first win for "Sultan's Curse," the punishing lead-off track from Emperor Of Sand. While the band has previously lauded some of their favorite bands such as Neurosis, Melvins and Baroness, who were nominated in this category last year, on the GRAMMY stage they were quick to pay respect to two of their more foundational influences.

"Thank you to Judas Priest and Black Sabbath for creating this amazing style of music that we call home," said drummer Brann Dailor.

Alessia Cara, Best New Artist

While Alessia Cara gave us her full-length debut, Know-It-All back in 2015, it was in this past year that her undeniable magnetism reached a wide-scale audience through massive collaborations with Zedd ("Stay"), Troye Sivan ("Wild") and of course the song she performed at the 60th GRAMMY Awards, "1-800-273-8255" with Logic and fellow Best New Artist nominee Khalid. With all of her success coming at such a young age, the Canadian singer/songwriter hasn't forgotten where she came from.

Watch: Alessia Cara Wins Best New Artist

"I've been pretend-winning GRAMMYs since I was a kid, like, in my shower," Cara said nervously, holding her first career GRAMMY trophy. "You'd think I'd have the speech thing down, but I absolutely don't. … My mind is blown"

Jeff Lorber Fusion, Best Contemporary Instrumental Album

Prolific, innovative and versatile, pianist/composer Jeff Lorber first stared his band Fusion in the '70s while attending Berklee College of Music. Lorber's innate ability to push the limits of contemporary jazz earned him seven career GRAMMY nominations, starting with his first in 1985 for "Pacific Coast Highway" for Best R&B Instrumental Performance (Orchestra, Group Or Soloist). However, it would be 2018 before he'd take home his first GRAMMY. The album, Prototype, shows Lorber at his most inventive and masterful, and it features some head-turning collaborations with the likes of Yellowjackets founding member Jimmy Haslip on bass and renowned jazz session drummer Gary Novak.

"I came up with the name Prototype because we are always trying to up our game and come up with new exciting music that could be a prototype or innovative harbinger for the future of our musical style," says Lorber.

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Janelle Monáe at the GRAMMYs

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Bruno Mars, Alessia Cara, Time's Up: 12 Big Moments At The 2018 GRAMMYs

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With the milestone 60th GRAMMY Awards are in the books — here are 12 moments that made the Madison Square Garden homecoming a night to remember
Kathy Landoli
GRAMMYs
Jan 28, 2018 - 10:14 pm

For any music lover, GRAMMY Sunday is very much like the Super Bowl or World Series to a sports fanatic.

Watch: Unforgettable 60th GRAMMY Moments

The only difference being, while sports teams typically find out who will be the final competition within a week or two of the showdown, GRAMMY nominations arrive months prior to the big show. The ceremony is arguably a culmination of all of that energy and anticipation. The 60th GRAMMY Awards was no different, as James Corden returned to host the Music's Biggest Night.

Returning to Madison Square Garden for the first time in 15 years, the milestone telecast proved to be a celebration that broke down barriers — with the wins, performances, and acceptance speeches showing that the power of music can literally change the world.

Of course, the GRAMMYs' return to the Big Apple was cause enough for excitement. (Cut to Tony Bennett and John Legend singing "New York, New York" before presenting Best Rap/Sung Performance). And there was Bruno Mars netting six wins and nearly doubling his career output to 11 in one fell swoop. But there was plenty of excitement to go around.

Whether you were there, watching on TV or live streaming, here are 12 moments from the 60th GRAMMY Awards that made it a night to remember.

1. Kendrick Lamar, U2, Dave Chappelle Open With An Army

Kendrick Lamar has a steady track record of impactful performances on the GRAMMYs, and this time he opened the ceremony with a groundbreaking performance before winning the first award of the evening for Best Rap/Sung Performance ("LOYALTY." with Rihanna). Opening with "XXX" before an American flag backdrop and U.S. soldiers marching, the rapper was joined by U2's Bono and The Edge. A war simulation followed before Dave Chappelle hit the stage to punctuate segues in between heated musical vignettes performed by Lamar. It was history in the making, much like everything he touches.

2. Lady Gaga's Tearjerker Performance with Mark Ronson

"This is for love and compassion …even when you can't understand," Lady Gaga uttered before a white piano wrapped in lace as she opened her performance with "Joanne." Mark Ronson assisted on guitar as the acoustic set segued into another moving ballad, "Million Reasons." The emotional performance was poignant, but most importantly showed Gaga's unreal vocal range. It's OK if you shed a tear while watching. We were all cutting onions when it happened.

3. James Corden Rapping For Jay-Z

If you watch "The Late Late Show With James Corden" or are tuned into any episode of his "Carpool Karaoke" series, you'll know that Corden was the perfect return host for this year's telecast. On the eve of the show, Jay-Z was honored at the Pre-GRAMMY Gala and Corden informed the crowd, but began riddling off his knowledge of Jay-Z facts — including Jay’s former apartment address of 560 State Street in Brooklyn. Corden then launched into spitting a few bars for an amused Mr. Carter. "You call it the Big Apple, I call it the Concrete Jungle where dreams are made of …just something I made up," Corden joked.

4. Bruno Mars And Cardi B's #TBT Performance Of "Finesse (Remix)"

A few weeks back — when the video for Bruno Mars' remix to "Finesse" featuring Cardi B hit the internet — we were all bit by the nostalgia bug. The video (directed by Mars himself) was not only a clear nod to the sketch comedy series "In Living Color," but it was also a Polaroid of a bygone era of ‘90s R&B and hip-hop—complete with bright colors. Cardi B donned a legendary Cross Colours bucket hat with Mars dancing onstage like a New Jack Swing-era frontman before a dance-off to House Of Pain’s "Jump Around." It was #ThrowbackThursday on a Sunday night.

5. Alessia Cara Claims Best New Artist

"I've been pretend winning GRAMMYs since I was a kid in the shower," Alessia Cara said with a shaky voice before a towering microphone as she accepted her first GRAMMY. While the Canadian was already considered a strong candidate for the award, the competition was fierce — including SZA and newcomer Julia Michaels. But as Cara continued into her speech, she acknowledged and showed support for her peers, which included her fellow nominees and indie acts. "Support real music and real artists," she said. Then she thanked her fans, because there will be no more pretend GRAMMYs in the shower from now on.

Alessia Cara: 2018 GRAMMYs Backstage Interview

6. Luis Fonsi, Daddy Yankee Bring On More "Despacito"

Over the course of 2017, the infectious "Despacito" hasn't left our brains. Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee hit the stage to perform the diamond-certified single and brought former Miss Universe Zuleyka Rivera in two. Rivera also appeared in the music video, but took center stage to dance amid a mock club scene. "That is a catchy song. I've never heard that song before," Corden deadpanned after the performance.

7. "Subway Carpool Karaoke"

Corden's viral "Carpool Karaoke" series made a cameo during the evening. How could it not? This time, however, it was a special "Subway Carpool Karaoke," featuring Corden, Sting and Shaggy. The former Police frontman couldn't even get through "Every Breath You Take" before being shushed by a construction worker on the train. And Shaggy barely sang "It Wasn't Me" before another passenger hushed even Corden. Then a fight broke out on the train and Corden got a bloody nose. It was a dangerous karaoke scene. You had to be there.

James Corden Subway Carpool Karaoke | 2018 GRAMMYs

8. Janelle Monáe Says #TimesUp, Kesha Sings #MeToo

All one has to do is read the news in recent months to know that injustice to women is no longer an option across industries. As Janelle Monáe introduced Kesha's performance of "Praying," she delivered a powerful speech hooked to the sexual harassment initiative Time's Up. "We are also daughters, wives, mothers, sisters, humans," Monáe told the crowd. "We come in peace, but we mean business." When Kesha hit the stage, her performance was that much more intense, especially understanding all she's been through in the music industry. With Cyndi Lauper, Camila Cabello, Bebe Rexha, Julia Michaels, and Andra Day joining on background vocals, the performance ended with the women hugging and in tears. They weren't alone.

Janelle Monaé's "Time's Up" Speech

9. Elton John, Miley Cyrus Transcend Generations Onstage

Elton John's "Tiny Dancer" is one of those classic songs that can bring you immediately back to a moment or an era (or a movie scene, like that bus ride in Almost Famous). However, tonight a new moment was made with Miley Cyrus. With John seated at his piano, he opened the song and Cyrus joined to help carry the song home. While the "Wrecking Ball" singer is no stranger to classic music — especially given her godmother is Dolly Parton — this performance was particularly special. Call it onstage chemistry, or call it bridging the gap, but this "Tiny Dancer" performance was one for the ages.

10. Ben Platt, Patti LuPone Wow With Broadway Style

This special Leonard Bernstein-Andrew Lloyd Webber tribute kicked off properly, as Ben Platt from "Dear Evan Hansen" gave the audience a rousing dose of "Somewhere" from the former's "West Side Story." But as James Corden could barely stand as he introduced Patti LuPone, we soon found out why. LuPone delivered a riveting rendition of “Don't Cry For Me Argentina" from Evita. Posted at a podium, just as the musical/movie depicts, she belted like it was her first time singing the song and it was our first time hearing it.

11. Logic, Khalid, Alessia Cara Bring Hope

There's a reason why "1-800-273-8255" was nominated for Song Of The Year. The powerful track comes with a real message of suicide prevention. When the trifecta of Logic, Khalid, and Alessia Cara hit the stage to perform the monumental hit single, there was no denying the magic. Performing on opposite stages before an army of survivors in "You Are Not Alone" shirts, Logic addressed the crowd and closed the performance with a speech pointing out many societal injustices — from the treatment of women to neighbors from other countries. There are no weak individuals, per Logic, just people waiting to realize the power of their voice.

12. Bruno Mars' Magical Evening: 6 For 6

Bruno Mars emerged above the stiff competition in Album Of The Year, taking home the final GRAMMY of the evening for 24K Magic. The nod topped off a GRAMMY sweep for the Hawaii native, with Mars winning all six categories for which he was nominated. He also earned R&B Album, Record Of The Year for "24K Magic," Best R&B Performance, Best R&B Song and Song Of The Year for "That's What I Like." As he explained in his Album Of The Year speech, Mars' mission was to spread love and he did just that — even shouting out previous greats like Babyface who paved the way for him.

(Kathy Iandoli has penned pieces for Pitchfork, VICE, Maxim, O, Cosmopolitan, The Village Voice, Rolling Stone, Billboard, and more. She co-authored the book Commissary Kitchen with Mobb Deep's late Albert "Prodigy" Johnson, and is a professor of music business at select universities throughout New York and New Jersey.)

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