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Rihanna to Join Bruno Mars + Sting in 2013 Grammy Performance

Scott Shetler — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 13:52:14 +0000

Rihanna was already confirmed as performer for the 2013 Grammy Awards, but today comes word that she'll be joined on stage by two of pop music's most respected gentlemen, Bruno Mars and Sting. The Recording Academy announced the news in a press release that also revealed that Record of the Year nominee Kelly Clarkson will be performing during the ceremony.

Nicki Minaj Doesn't Care About Grammy Snub

Jeff Giles — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 14:00:26 +0000

Nicki Minaj was all over the charts in 2012, but when the Grammy Awards are handed out on Feb. 10, her name won't be called, because she didn't receive a single nomination -- and as she told USA Today during a recent interview, that's just fine with her.

Fun. Say Grammy Nominations Make Them Feel Like They 'Belong'

Jeff Giles — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 21:00:19 +0000

It's been a pretty incredible year for the guys in fun., who kicked off 2012 with the smash hit 'We Are Young' and are closing it out with a hefty pile of Grammy nominations. Now, says band member Andrew Dost, the guys finally feel like they belong.

Scooter Braun on Justin Bieber Grammy Snub: 'You Blew It'

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 13:45:38 +0000

Justin Bieber's manager Scooter Braun stands by his man. Braun, who frequently interacts with Beliebers via Twitter, took to the social media messaging service to voice his displeasure over The Biebs being snubbed by the Grammys. He got zero nominations for 'Believe,' which had to sting, especially since the teen just told Oprah in his 'Next Chapter' interview that a Grammy is the one thing he really wants.

Ne-Yo Grooves at 2013 Grammy Nominations Live Concert With 'Let Me Love You'

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 15:10:23 +0000

Ne-Yo grooved with a troupe of dancers at the 2013 Grammy Nominations Live concert in Nashville tonight (Dec. 5.) The fedora-loving singer performed his most recent dance smash 'Let Me Love You,' and his moves were quite reminiscent of Michael Jackson.

fun. + Janelle Monae Bring 'We Are Young' to the 2013 Grammy Nominations Live Concert

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 14:45:09 +0000

Fun. had a whole mess of fun at the 2013 Grammy Nominations Live concert in Nashville tonight (Dec. 5.) The band performed its smash hit 'We Are Young' and petite powerhouse Janelle Monae was on hand to deliver her vocal parts, which was a welcome surprise. Monae is a crucial part of the song, so it was only fitting that she was there to join the boys onstage.

Maroon 5 Hype the Crowd With Medley of Hits at 2013 Grammy Nominations Concert

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 14:10:55 +0000

'The Voice' coach Adam Levine was "eliminated" from Season 3 last night (Dec. 4) when his team members were voted off, but the singer and frontman was back in fine form, doing what he does best, and that's performing. Levine and his band Maroon 5 took the stage at the 2013 Grammy Nominations Live Concert in Nashville tonight (Dec. 5).

Adele Sells 730,000 Copies of '21′ Following Her 2012 Grammy Wins

Scott Shetler — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 23:00:00 +0000

Believe it or not, there are still some members of the American public who don’t own Adele‘s ’21′ album. However, that pool is a lot smaller than it used to be, after nearly three-quarters of a million people purchased the record last week, giving ’21′ by far its biggest sales week yet.

Nicki Minaj Defends Weird 2012 Grammy Performance

Trent Fitzgerald — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 18:52:02 +0000

If you are still scratching your heads over Nicki Minaj‘s bizarre Grammy performance on Sunday, don’t worry, you are not alone. The rapper visited Ryan Seacrest’s radio show Monday (Feb. 13) to defend her, um, odd performance.

Beyonce, Jay-Z Ditch 2012 Grammys for Brooklyn Pizza

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:40:24 +0000

Who needs Grammy gold, red carpet gowns and tuxes and catered food when you can nosh on some pizza in Brooklyn? That’s just what music power couple Beyonce and Jay-Z did on Sunday (Feb. 12). The pair skipped Music’s Biggest Night in favor of some low-key grub in the Hova’s native borough.

Justin Bieber Claims He'll Dominate the Grammys Next Year

Nadine Cheung — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 14:45:29 +0000

Justin Bieber was nowhere to be found at the 2012 Grammys, but the soon-to-be 18-year-old insists that he’ll dominate the awards show next year. On Sunday, the Canadian superstar was nominated in the Best Song Written for Visual Media category for his song ‘Born to Be Somebody’ from ‘Justin Bieber: Never Say Never,’ but lost [...]

Kanye West Wins Three 2012 Grammy Awards

Trent Fitzgerald — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 12:59:52 +0000

Kanye West nabbed three awards at the 2012 Grammy Awards on Sunday (Feb. 12) in Los Angeles. The rapper-producer won Best Rap / Sung Collaboration for ‘All of the Lights,’ which featured a slew of artists including Rihanna, Kid Cudi and Fergie.

Rihanna + Coldplay Combine Genres in Grammy Medley Performance

Scott Shetler — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 12:54:01 +0000

Rihanna and Coldplay combined dance and rock music on a medley performance at the 2012 Grammy Awards that included hits from each artist as well as their collaboration ‘Princess of China.’

Nicki Minaj Exorcises Her Demons at the 2012 Grammy Awards

Trent Fitzgerald — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 12:51:19 +0000

Nicki Minaj is known for her crazy antics but her performance at the 2012 Grammy Awards Sunday night was simply weird. We should have realized that something strange was going to happen when she graced the red carpet as Little Red Riding Hood. WTF?

2012 Grammy Awards: Red Carpet Pictures

Cristin Maher — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 12:50:49 +0000

Tonight at the 2012 Grammy Awards, pop stars hit the red carpet for pictures prior to the big event. Like any other A-list award show, stars like Adele, Bruno Mars, David Guetta, Kelly Rowland, Wiz Khalifa plus many more hit the red carpet at the 2012 Grammy Awards dressed to the nines.

Jay Z + Kanye West Win 2012 Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 12:49:21 +0000

Jay-Z and Kanye West nabbed the 2012 Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance for ‘Otis’ from their blazing hot ‘Watch the Throne’ collaborative album, which dropped in the summer. Sadly, neither the Hova or Yeezy were in attendance to collect their statues at the ceremony, so presenters Fergie and Marc Anthony graciously accepted on their behalf.

Adele Wins Best Pop Solo Performance at 2012 Grammys

Jessica Sager — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 12:48:36 +0000

Congratulations, Adele! The red-lipped Grammys golden girl nabbed her first televised trophy of the night, taking home the 2012 Best Pop Solo Performance award for ‘Someone Like You.’ “I should take my shoes off really,” the British superstar said, laughing sheepishly and perhaps hinting at more victories for later on in the night. Adele launched [...]

Bruno Mars Brings Rat Pack Style to the Stage at 2012 Grammy Awards

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 12:47:52 +0000

Bruno Mars was the first pop act to perform at the 2012 Grammy Awards and the second performer overall, following classic rock legend Bruce Springsteen, who opened the show. Mars rocked his way through ‘Runaway Baby’ with a classic, Rat Pack energy. His performance was inspired by another era. But that’s what Mars does so well. He even busted out a golden megaphone mid-set, too.

2012 Grammy Awards Performances

Cristin Maher — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 12:46:02 +0000

The 2012 Grammy Awards are finally here! Tonight on the televised awards ceremony, the stage was overflowing with explosive performances from a variety of artists in the pop, R&B, hip-hop and rock genres. Adele was one of the most anticipated performers this evening at the 2012 Grammy Awards, being out of the game for approximately five [...]

Adele's '21′ Wins Album of the Year at 2012 Grammys

Jessica Sager — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 12:45:56 +0000

No surprise here! Adele‘s unstoppable ’21′ took home the Album of the Year trophy at the 2012 Grammys. Adele was moved to tears, hugging her collaborators on stage. “Oh my God, thank you so much!” she said, her voice breaking off into a brief sob. “This album was inspired by something everyone’s been through,” the [...]