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More Stars To Come Together For Paul McCartney

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Tony Bennett, Coldplay, Foo Fighters, Alicia Keys, Diana Krall, Alison Krauss, Norah Jones, Katy Perry, James Taylor, and Neil Young among artists added to performance lineup for GRAMMY Week MusiCares Person of the Year tribute
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Dec 2, 2014 - 4:06 pm
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An impressive star-studded cast will come together to honor 2012 MusiCares Person of the Year honoree Paul McCartney during a sold-out gala on Feb. 10 in Los Angeles, two days prior to the 54th Annual GRAMMY Awards.

Hosted by actor/comedian Eddie Izzard, artists set to perform are current GRAMMY nominees Tony Bennett, Coldplay, Foo Fighters, Alison Krauss & Union Station featuring Jerry Douglas, and Katy Perry; GRAMMY-winning artists Duane Eddy, Norah Jones, Alicia Keys, Diana Krall, James Taylor, and Neil Young with Crazy Horse; two-time Latin GRAMMY-winning artist Sergio Mendes; and the cast of Cirque du Soleil's "Love" Beatles tribute show. The evening will also feature a special performance by McCartney. 

The MusiCares Person of the Year tribute is one of the most prestigious events held during GRAMMY Week. Proceeds from the dinner and concert will provide essential support for MusiCares, which ensures that music people have a place to turn in times of financial, medical and personal need.  

Past MusiCares Person of the Year honorees include: Bennett, Bono, Natalie Cole, Phil Collins, David Crosby, Neil Diamond, Gloria Estefan, Aretha Franklin, Don Henley, Billy Joel, Elton John, Quincy Jones, Luciano Pavarotti, Bonnie Raitt, Paul Simon, Sting, Barbra Streisand, Taylor, Brian Wilson, Stevie Wonder, and Young.

The 54th Annual GRAMMY Awards will take place live on Sunday, Feb. 12 at Staples Center in Los Angeles and will be broadcast live on the CBS Television Network from 8–11:30 p.m. ET/PT. 

Follow GRAMMY.com for our inside look at GRAMMY news, blogs, photos, videos, and of course nominees. Stay up to the minute with GRAMMY Live. Check out the GRAMMY legacy with GRAMMY Rewind. Explore this year's GRAMMY Fields. Or check out the collaborations at Re:Generation, presented by Hyundai Veloster. And join the conversation at Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.

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A MusiCares Tribute To Paul McCartney Coming To Blu-ray, DVD

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Collection featuring never-before-seen performances from Paul McCartney's 2012 Person of the Year tribute concert to be released March 24
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Jan 20, 2015 - 12:52 pm
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On March 24 Shout! Factory will release A MusiCares Tribute To Paul McCartney, a collection of never-before-seen performances from the 2012 MusiCares Person of the Year tribute concert honoring Paul McCartney, on DVD and Blu-ray Disc.

During a sold-out gala event on Feb. 10, 2012, 18-time GRAMMY winner McCartney, along with a cast of superstar guests, performed some of the quintessential songs from his celebrated career. The 15 exclusive performances featured on A MusiCares Tribute To Paul McCartney include exceptional solo performances by McCartney of "Magical Mystery Tour," "Junior's Farm," and "My Valentine"; a riveting medley of "Golden Slumbers," "Carry That Weight" and "The End" by McCartney, with Dave Grohl and Joe Walsh joining the performance of "The End"; and incredible performances by a slate of GRAMMY-winning artists, including Alison Krauss & Union Station featuring Jerry Douglas, Coldplay, Norah Jones, Alicia Keys, Diana Krall, James Taylor, and Neil Young with Crazy Horse.

Proceeds from the sale of A MusiCares Tribute To Paul McCartney will provide essential support for MusiCares, which ensures that music people have a place to turn in times of financial, medical and personal need.

The MusiCares Person of the Year gala is an annual event that celebrates a legendary artist and raises funds for the MusiCares Foundation. This year's honoree is Bob Dylan, who will be feted at a tribute ceremony on Feb. 6 during GRAMMY Week. The 57th Annual GRAMMY Awards will take place at Staples Center on Sunday, Feb. 8, airing live on the CBS Television Network from 8–11:30 p.m. ET/PT.

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A MusiCares Tribute To Paul McCartney Coming To Blu-ray, DVD

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Jun 21, 2017 - 8:20 am

On March 24 Shout! Factory will release A MusiCares Tribute To Paul McCartney, a collection of never-before-seen performances from the 2012 MusiCares Person of the Year tribute concert honoring Paul McCartney, on DVD and Blu-ray Disc.

During a sold-out gala event on Feb. 10, 2012, 18-time GRAMMY winner McCartney, along with a cast of superstar guests, performed some of the quintessential songs from his celebrated career. The 15 exclusive performances featured on A MusiCares Tribute To Paul McCartney include exceptional solo performances by McCartney of "Magical Mystery Tour," "Junior's Farm," and "My Valentine"; a riveting medley of "Golden Slumbers," "Carry That Weight" and "The End" by McCartney, with Dave Grohl and Joe Walsh joining the performance of "The End"; and incredible performances by a slate of GRAMMY-winning artists, including Alison Krauss & Union Station featuring Jerry Douglas, Coldplay, Norah Jones, Alicia Keys, Diana Krall, James Taylor, and Neil Young with Crazy Horse.

Proceeds from the sale of A MusiCares Tribute To Paul McCartney will provide essential support for MusiCares, which ensures that music people have a place to turn in times of financial, medical and personal need.

The MusiCares Person of the Year gala is an annual event that celebrates a legendary artist and raises funds for the MusiCares Foundation. This year's honoree is Bob Dylan, who will be feted at a tribute ceremony on Feb. 6 during GRAMMY Week. The 57th Annual GRAMMY Awards will take place at Staples Center on Sunday, Feb. 8, airing live on the CBS Television Network from 8–11:30 p.m. ET/PT.

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Adele to Bruno Mars: Who's performing at the 2014 GRAMMYs

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From Adele to Joe Walsh, view our handy performer checklist for the 54th Annual GRAMMY Awards
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May 15, 2017 - 2:36 am
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With Music's Biggest Night upon us, it's time to think about finalizing your to-do list for your official GRAMMY Sunday party. Hors d'oeuvres? Check. Favorite beverage? Check. Something sweet? Check. Internet bill paid so you can stream GRAMMY Live? Check.

What's on the GRAMMY menu, you ask? Plenty.

The eclectic performance lineup for the 54th Annual GRAMMY Awards has a little bit of everything — from a comeback by 2011's best-selling artist, a classic band reunion and duets to genre-stretching collaborations, a Beatle legend, GRAMMY debuts, and hearty sides of country, rock, pop and hip-hop. Plus, the GRAMMYs are guaranteed to be cool with two-time GRAMMY-winning artist/actor LL Cool J serving as host.

It's a lot to keep track of, so we've compiled a handy alphabetical guide listing the artists who will be taking the GRAMMY stage. Of course, be sure to stay logged on to GRAMMY.com to complement your GRAMMY experience and join the conversation.

And the performers for the 54th GRAMMY Awards are:

  • Adele, who will be performing for the first time since undergoing vocal-cord surgery last fall
  • Jason Aldean and Kelly Clarkson
  • The Beach Boys, who will be reuniting for their first appearance in two decades, with Foster The People and Maroon 5
  • Tony Bennett and Carrie Underwood
  • Chris Brown
  • Glen Campbell with the Band Perry and Blake Shelton
  • The Civil Wars
  • Coldplay and Rihanna
  • Dance/electronica segment featuring Chris Brown, Deadmau5, Foo Fighters, David Guetta, and Lil Wayne
  • Foo Fighters
  • Jennifer Hudson, who will pay tribute to the late Whitney Houston
  • Alicia Keys and Bonnie Raitt
  • Diana Krall
  • Bruno Mars
  • Paul McCartney
  • Nicki Minaj
  • Maceo Parker
  • Katy Perry
  • Bruce Springsteen And The E Street Band
  • Taylor Swift
  • Joe Walsh

The 54th Annual GRAMMY Awards will take place live on Sunday, Feb. 12 at Staples Center in Los Angeles and will be broadcast in high definition and 5.1 surround sound on the CBS Television Network from 8–11:30 p.m. (ET/PT). The show also will be supported on radio worldwide via Westwood One/Dial Global, and covered online at GRAMMY.com and CBS.com, and on YouTube.

Follow GRAMMY.com for our inside look at GRAMMY news, blogs, photos, videos, and of course nominees. Stay up to the minute with GRAMMY Live. Check out the GRAMMY legacy with GRAMMY Rewind. Keep track of this year's GRAMMY Week events, and explore this year's GRAMMY Fields. Or check out the collaborations at Re:Generation, presented by Hyundai Veloster. And join the conversation at Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.

Keith Urban

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Your Weekly GRAMMY Social Roundup

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Alicia Keys, Justin Timberlake and Keith Urban are featured in the 10 tweets and Instagram posts we didn't want you to miss
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Oct 23, 2015 - 9:35 am
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1st night down in D.C! #RhinestoneRevue

A photo posted by KACEY MUSGRAVES (@spaceykacey) on Oct 16, 2015 at 11:38pm PDT

My and my best girl. #1964fendermustang #soundcheck #somanyroads

A photo posted by Norah Jones (@norahjones) on Oct 21, 2015 at 10:36am PDT

.@ladygaga has never looked better or happier. Loved singing with her today.

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I found NEMO !!! #Argentina #catchoftheday #home

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I only have eyes for you! Art love & endless creativity with @therealswizzz at the @pioneerworks @dustinyellin #thedeancollection

A photo posted by Alicia Keys (@aliciakeys) on Oct 12, 2015 at 2:33pm PDT