A few days after the Grammys, a seemingly random man filmed himself in his Amazon delivery truck after completing a delivery. He flexes in the camera, exclaiming that he won a Grammy. The man’s name is Joey Hamhock, and whether you recognize that name or not, the reality is that even award-winning producers have everyday […]
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Has Social Media Caused The Grammys to Lose Popularity?
Before social media, only two communities were a part of the conversation: those who liked something and those who didn’t. Those who wanted something would speak loud and proud about their admiration, and those who didn’t would jump in and counter why something was undeserving of admiration. It was the usual, welcome, expected conversation around […]
The Grammys Showcased the Clash Between Culture and Politics
Trad wives and modest fashion may be on the rise in the overall cultural zeitgeist, but Sunday’s Grammy Awards showed that the music industry is still strongly supporting progressive ideologies—even as the global political trend shifts toward far-right movements. The 2025 Grammys highlighted the many-faceted talents of women, LGBTQ+, and people of color through over-the-top […]
Best 2025 Grammy Performances
Last night’s Grammy Awards were not short of talent. With 16 amazing performers, it’s hard to pick the top performances, but we at NYC Tastemakers have decided on five that have stayed with us long after the curtains closed. #1 Doechii Only the third woman to win best rap album, Doechii also deserves the first […]
Babyface Disrespected at Grammys Interview
Rapper Kenneth Brian Edmonds, better known by his artist name Babyface, was interrupted during an interview by reporters from the Associated Press at the Grammys in favor of interviewing Chappell Roan. Associated Press reporter Krysta Fauria rudely interrupted Babyface while he was answering her fellow reporter, Leslie Ambriz’s question. The rapper started to answer before […]
Chappell Roan Wins Best New Artist
On February 2, 2025, pop artist Chappell Roan was announced Best New Artist by the Recording Academy – one of the most coveted awards in the music industry. Roan had a spectacular break-out year in 2024; after nearly a decade of performing in small venues and struggling to gain recognition for her artistry, she exploded […]
Chappell Roan Prepares for Grammys
With less than a week until her first Grammys appearance, Chappell Roan released an earnest social media post thanking her fans for their support during the biggest year of her career. The “Good Luck, Babe” singer has been nominated for six Grammys, including Best New Artist, where she’ll face off against Sabrina Carpenter, Doechii, and […]
Trevor Noah to Host 2025 Grammys
For the fifth year, former Daily Show host Trevor Noah will take to the Grammy’s stage to host the 67th annual awards ceremony. The event will be held on February 2 at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. Despite the wildfires, which have led many of the pre-show events to cancel, the award ceremony is […]
All Grammy Events Cancelled Amid LA Wildfires
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 […]
Top 2025 Grammy Winner Predictions
The big categories for the 2025 Grammy Awards consist of Album, Record, Song, Producer and non-classical songwriter of the Year. There are lots of significant people running for these awards this year, so choosing a winner will be a difficult choice. Nominees include big names such as Beyonce, Taylor Swift, Kendrick Lamar, Sabrina Carpenter, and […]
Prince to be Honored With Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
The 2025 Grammy Awards will honor several musicians and artists for their contributions to music throughout their lifetimes. The shortlist for the latest group of honorees includes mostly under-recognized artists, with one exception – Prince. Prince won seven Grammys throughout his career and had three albums inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. Despite the […]
The Biggest Grammy Nominee Surprises for 2025
One of the biggest surprises of the 2025 Grammy nominations is the number of women in the pop category. Female artists exclusively made up the Best Solo Performance and Best Vocal Album nominees this year. The stunning lineup of women includes Chappell Roan, Taylor Swift, Beyonce, Billie Eilish, Ariana Grande, Charlie XCX, and Sabrina Carpenter. […]
