the Grammy Awardsis scheduled to take place in an area devastated by forest fires Los Angeleswill not be canceled or postponed — but will instead refocus the show on it Fire relief efforts.
The Recording Academy “will raise additional funds to support wildfire relief efforts and honor the courage and dedication of first responders who risk their lives to protect ours,” CEO Harvey Mason Jr. and Board of Trustees Chair Tammy Hurt said in a letter sent to the Recording Academy. Academy member registration Monday obtained by The Associated Press.
“In difficult times, music has the power to heal, comfort and unify like no other. The Grammy Awards will not only honor the artistry and achievements of our music community, but will also serve as a platform to amplify the spirit of resilience that defines this great world.” City of Los Angeles.”
Here’s what to know about the 67th Annual Grammy Awards:
The music industry responds to the bushfires
Last week, the Recording Academy and MusiCares launched Los Angeles fire relief efforts with a $1 million donation. According to the letter, because of the additional contributions, they have already distributed $2 million in emergency aid.
world music group, One of the Big Three record labels has canceled all Grammy Awards-related events. These include its annual artist showcase, which takes place on Saturday, and its after-party on the Sunday of Grammy week. Instead, it will redirect these funds to bushfire relief.
BMG announced on Instagram that it will no longer be hosting the pre-Grammys party and a representative for Warner Music Group confirmed to the Associated Press that the major label will not be hosting a party this year and instead is “redirecting funds to support the efforts.” Earlier this week, WMG and the Blavatnik Family Foundation Social Justice Fund pledged $1 million to fire relief and rebuilding efforts in the Los Angeles area.
music, An organization that helps music professionals who need financial, personal or medical assistance, holds its annual Persons of the Year benefit party at the Los Angeles Convention Center a few days before the Grammys. The 2025 ceremony will be held on January 31 of this year Honoring the Grateful Dead With an additional commitment to bushfire relief.
“For next Person of the Year, we will be making a special appeal for donations to support wildfire relief efforts,” according to an email the Recording Academy sent to its members on Tuesday.
Where are the Grammy Awards held?
The 2025 Grammy Awards will be held on Sunday, February 2 at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
The ongoing Palisades fire forced NBA and NHL To reschedule the Lakers and Kings games in the same arena last week.
“The postponements ensure that no resources are diverted from wildfire response efforts in Southern California,” the association said in a press release.
2025 Grammy Nominations
The nominees list includes a long list of major music stars who will compete for awards at next month’s Grammy ceremony.
Beyoncé She topped the nominations with a total of 11 nominations for her country album, “Cowboy Carter.” She is now the most nominated artist in the history of the award show, with 99 nominations over her career.
See the full list of Grammy nominees.
How to watch the Grammys
The show will be broadcast live on the CBS Television Network and broadcast live Paramount+ 8pm ET / 5pm PT. A number of nominees will perform at the awards ceremony.