The New York Times – Music:
Kendrick Lamar has the most nominations on Sunday, followed by Lady Gaga. But one week before his Super Bowl halftime show, the Puerto Rican superstar could make history.
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Grammys 2025 Takeaways: Beyoncé and Kendrick Lamar Take Top Awards
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Beyoncé won album of the year for the first time for “Cowboy Carter,” while Lamar’s “Not Like Us” won both record of the year and song of the year.
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With Fires Burning, the Grammys Made a Choice: On With the Show
The New York Times – Music:
Sunday’s event has high-profile contests featuring Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish and Chappell Roan. But the big question may be whether the show strikes the right tone.
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Top Grammy Categories Are Returning to 8 Nominees, From 10
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The event is also moving two competitions into its “general” field, adding three awards, and setting a new threshold for collaborators in album of the year.
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California Bill Could Restrict the Use of Rap Lyrics in Court
The New York Times – Music:
The bill, which applies more broadly to other forms of creative expression, has unanimously passed the Senate and Assembly and could become law by the end of September.
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The Grammys Have a New Award: Songwriter of the Year
The New York Times – Music:
The honor is part of a slate of changes, including a best score soundtrack award for video games and a merit award for best song for social change.
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The Grammys, Always Unpredictable, Face New Surprises
The New York Times – Music:
The lead-up to the awards has involved controversy over a last-minute ballot change, Covid-19 cases, a nominee’s death and, of course, The Slap. But producers say the show will be ready.