On Monday, January 13, The Recording Academy announced that the official 2025 Grammy Ceremonies will go as planned on February 3, 2025. However, Universal Music Group, responsible for all Grammy-related events, including the iconic after-party, has announced they will cancel their planned gatherings, including the Artist Showcase and afterparty. Instead, they will allocate funds toward relief for those impacted by the wildfires. Sony Music Group, BGM, and Warner Music Group also announced plans to cancel Grammy events, including the Warner Grammy Week Party.
“Our deepest gratitude goes to the first responders and emergency personnel, who continue to perform heroically,” a spokesperson for Universal said in a statement. “L.A. is home to so many of us. We are committed to helping and supporting the music community, our artists, our teams, and the people of Los Angeles get through this horrific episode.”
Warner Music Group confirmed on Monday that it will donate $1 million to helping families affected by the California wildfires get relief and rebuild.
The famous Milk and Honey event has also been canceled, with founder Lucas Keller leaving a pointed message on his Instagram regarding the upcoming music events. “It would be tone-deaf to celebrate, and I hope all other companies will follow suit,” he said. “Don’t come to town for the Grammy’s and take up hotels that people need desperately. Release your hotel blocks or donate them.”
The Recording Academy CEOs, Harvey Mason Jr. and Tammy Hurt, also released a statement on Monday, saying, “Our hearts go out to everyone affected by the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles. This city is our home, and we mourn the loss of life and destruction that have come to it in recent days.” However, they also announced that they will go on as planned with the 67th Grammy Awards.
“This year’s show, however, will carry a renewed sense of purpose: raising additional funds to support wildfire relief efforts and honoring the bravery and dedication of first responders who risk their lives to protect ours,” Mason and Hurt continued.
The Recording Academy, along with their humanitarian organization MusiCares, donated $1 million toward helping musicians and creatives impacted by the fires. MusiCares has also distributed an additional $2 million to local residents.
