Tag: grammys
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I had to choose between greatness and death –Burna Boy
Grammy Award-winning star, Damini Ogulu, aka Burna Boy, recently stated in an interview with GQ Magazine that at a point in his life, he had to choose between greatness and death, and that was what led to his recent achievements on the global stage. He said, “Following several collaborations with foreign artistes of African heritage,…
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American musician, The Weeknd has said that he will be boycotting the Grammys award going forward after he was shut out of the 2021 nominations. For years, The Grammys have been facing allegations of bias against black artistes and having an opaque voting system that critics say is unfair and not unrealistic. Popular Rapper,…
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Ariana Grande confirmed to perform at 2020 Grammys
Ariana Grande will take to the stage at the 2020 Grammys, despite last year’s controversy over which song to sing. The Recording Academy made the announcement on their Instagram page. “OFFICIAL: #ArianaGrande will perform at the #GRAMMYs Jan. 26.” The 26-year-old pop star also confirmed her appearance “See you jan 26,” she simply wrote on…
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Aramide set for Grammy’s governing board induction
‘Funmilowo mi’ crooner, Aramide is set to be inducted into the Recording Academy governing board of the Grammys. The soulful singer who has worked with the likes of Sound Sultan, Koker and Adekunle Gold; made the revelation on Friday, via her Instagram page. https://www.instagram.com/p/Byr3yBSnMK8/ “I am happy to announce to you that after being…
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Why I failed to perform at the Grammys- Seun Kuti
Afrobeat singer and saxophonist, Seun Kuti has said that he failed to perform at the 61st edition of the Grammys because he missed his flight. In an apology to his fans shared on his Instagram page, the youngest son of Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti said there was a ticket mix-up. “First and foremost I have…
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Cardi B, Lady Gaga, others make bold statement on Grammys Red carpet
American celebrities Cardi B, Lady Gaga, Kylie Jenner and Katy Perry on Sunday evening made bold statements on the Grammys red carpet. The stars didn’t disappoint at the biggest night in music as they stormed the red carpet at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. First woman Best Rap Album Award winner, Cardi B graced…
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Grammy 2019: Cardi B, Childish Gambino make history
American music artists Cardi B and Danny Glover aka Childish Gambino snagged historical wins at the 61st Grammy awards on Sunday night. The event was hosted by 15-time Grammy Award winner, Alicia Keys who had a blast hosting the highly acclaimed award show. Cardi B became the first solo woman ever to win the Best…
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Check out nominees list for 2019 Grammy Awards
Here is a list of nominees in the major categories for the Grammy Awards, which will be holding on Sunday in Los Angeles. Rapper Kendrick Lamar leads the nominations with eight, followed by Canada’s Drake at seven. Folk rocker Brandi Carlile is the most-nominated female artist with six nods: – Album of the Year –…
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Seun Kuti to perform at 61st Grammy Awards
Nigeria’s Afrobeat singer, Seun Kuti, is to perform at the premiere ceremony for the 61st Grammy Awards in the US. The youngest son of the Afrobeat pioneer, late Fela Kuti, took to his Instagram handle @bigbirdkuti to hint on his performance at the event coming up on Feb. 10. The 61st Grammy Awards will hold…
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Alicia Keys set to host 2019 Grammy Awards
American singer, Alicia Keys will be hosting the Grammy Awards scheduled for February 10. The ‘Girl on Fire’ singer made this known on her Youtube page on Tuesday. Alicia Keys who has won 15 Grammy awards posted it alongside the caption: ‘I’m so excited to announce that I’ll be hosting the 61st Annual Grammy Awards!!…