The music industry’s biggest night came to a close on Sunday night with the 66th Annual Grammy Awards held at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The ceremony saw superstars take home coveted golden gramophones, emotional speeches, and electrifying performances. Here’s a recap of the major winners:
Record of the Year:
- Winner: Miley Cyrus – “Flowers”
- Nominees: ABBA – “Don’t Shut Me Down”, Adele – “Easy On Me”, Beyoncé – “BREAK MY SOUL”, Mary J. Blige – “Good Morning Gorgeous”, Doja Cat – “Woman”, Steve Lacy – “Bad Habit”
Album of the Year:
- Winner: Taylor Swift – “Midnights”
- Nominees: Beyoncé – “Renaissance”, Brandi Carlile – “In These Silent Days”, Kendrick Lamar – “Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers”, Bad Bunny – “Un Verano Sin Ti”, Mary J. Blige – “Good Morning Gorgeous”, Steve Lacy – “Gemini Rights”
Song of the Year:
- Winner: Kendrick Lamar – “The Heart Part 5”
- Nominees: Beyoncé – “BREAK MY SOUL”, Brandi Carlile – “You And Me On The Rock”, Doja Cat – “Woman”, Mary J. Blige – “Good Morning Gorgeous”, Taylor Swift – “Carolina”, The-Dream & Kanye West – “Eazy”
Best New Artist:
- Winner: Gracie Abrams
- Nominees: Fred again.., Ice Spice, Jelly Roll, Coco Jones, Noah Kahan, Victoria Monét, The War and Treaty
Other Notable Winners:
- Best Rap Album: Killer Mike – “Michael”
- Best Rap Performance: Killer Mike – “Scientists & Engineers”
- Best Country Album: Luke Combs – “Growin’ Up”
- Best Pop Vocal Album: Harry Styles – “Harry’s House”
Memorable Moments:
- SZA delivered a sizzling performance that had the audience on their feet.
- Billy Joel surprised everyone with a new song, showcasing his timeless talent.
- Joni Mitchell took the stage for a rare performance, creating a truly intimate and special moment.
- Taylor Swift’s win for Album of the Year solidified her status as a pop music icon.
Overall, the 66th Grammy Awards were a night to remember, celebrating the best and brightest in the music industry. Stay tuned for more updates and highlights from the awards show!
