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Taylor Swift Opens 2013 Grammys as the Ringleader With 'We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together,' Disses Harry Styles

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 01:41:23 +0000

Taylor Swift opened the 2013 Grammys as the master of ceremonies and the ringleader, dressed all sorts of fabulous in a white top hat, suit, majorette boots and skirt. She ditched the hat and skirt about a minute into her specatacle of a show, as she danced, surrounded by rabbits, stilt walkers and ballerinas dancing [...]

Ed Sheeran and Elton John Perform 'The A Team' at the 2013 Grammys

Scott Shetler — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 01:50:58 +0000

Two generations of British singer-songwriters joined forces at the 2013 Grammy Awardswhen Elton John teamed up with Song of the Year nominee Ed Sheeran for an excellent rendition of ‘The A Team.’ Normally, we might a call a performance with only acoustic guitar and piano “stripped down,” but since Sheeran’s original recording featured little more [...]

Adele Wins Best Pop Solo Performance at 2013 Grammys for 'Set Fire to the Rain'

Jessica Sager — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 01:35:39 +0000

Jennifer Lopez and Pitbull presented the first of the 2013 Grammysin television broadcast for Best Pop Solo Performance. Lopez stuck out her leg and joked, "As you can see, I read the memo." Get it, girl!

It was an appropriate dig at a somewhat sexist dress code memo just before announcing an award for which only women -- Adele, Carly Rae Jepsen, Katy Perry, Kelly Clarkson and Rihanna -- were nominated.

But onto the important things: The winner is ... Adele!

2013 Grammys: Gotye + Kimbra Win Best Pop Duo / Group Performance for 'Somebody That I Used to Know'

Jessica Sager — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 00:14:45 +0000

Congrats are in order for Gotye! Aside from having one of the most played songs in 2012 with ‘Somebody That I Used to Know,’ he now has a 2013 Grammy for the track. Taking the stage with featured vocalist Kimbra, Gotye, who previously made a bit of a stink over ‘Glee‘ covering the xylophone-heavy, “dinky” track, [...]

Taylor Swift + Civil Wars Win Best Song Written for Visual Media at 2013 Grammys

Jessica Sager — Sun, 10 Feb 2013 23:40:37 +0000

Congratulations to Taylor Swift! She and the Civil Wars nabbed the golden gramophones at the 2013 Grammys for Best Song Written for Visual Media. Their song, ‘Safe & Sound,’ was a haunting, dark tale from ‘The Hunger Games’ soundtrack, one of two tracks Swift penned for the record (the other being ‘Eyes Open’). Swift was, [...]

2013 Grammy Winners

Sara D. Anderson — Sun, 10 Feb 2013 22:18:12 +0000

The 2013 Grammys was music's biggest night -- where Taylor Swift, Frank Ocean, Maroon 5, Ed Sheeran, Rihanna and more hit the red carpet and the stage on Sunday (Feb. 10) at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles.

CBS Sends Out Memo Warning Against Wardrobe Malfunctions At This Sunday's Grammys

Steph — Sun, 10 Feb 2013 13:00:02 +0000

If you were hoping to see some skin at this year’s Grammy awards show, don’t bother! CBS isn’t in the mood. You probably won’t see any wardrobe malfunctions during the Grammys this Sunday. CBS feels strongly enough about the possibility of this happening that the network’s program practices team has issued an email stressing that [...]

Ed Sheeran Having Nightmares About Elton John Grammy Duet

Kat Lee — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 04:31:40 +0000

We all have nightmares. We regular folk have them about showing up to class or a big presentation in our underwear, and Ed Sheeran has them about screwing up his duet with Elton John at the Grammys on live national television. We'd bet Sheeran's are a bit more terrifying than imagining your boss seeing you in your skivvies.

Taylor Swift to Co-Host Grammy Nominations Concert on December 5

Scott Shetler — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 19:13:02 +0000

LL Cool J is hosting the Grammy Awards Nominations Concert for the fifth straight year, but when members of the Recording Academy found out that Taylor Swift was also available, they couldn't pass up the opportunity to invite the pop-country superstar to co-host.

Maroon 5 to Perform at Grammy Nominations Concert

Nadine Cheung — Tue, 18 Sep 2012 17:45:05 +0000

Maroon 5 is the first artist to be announced as a performer at the ‘Grammy Nominations Concert Live!! — Countdown to Music’s Biggest Night.’ The two-time Grammy winning band will be a part of the one-hour special, hosted by LL Cool J. The event will feature nominee announcements, as well as featured performances, airing live [...]

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

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 20:00:52 +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.

Rihanna + Coldplay Combine Genres in Grammy Medley Performance

Scott Shetler — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 20:00:01 +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.’

Adele Wins Best Pop Solo Performance at 2012 Grammys

Jessica Sager — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 19:00:36 +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 [...]

Alicia Keys + Bonnie Raitt Honor Etta James at 2012 Grammys

Scott Shetler — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 19:00:18 +0000

While much of the focus at the 2012 Grammy Awards has been on the passing of Whitney Houston, another vocal legend who died last month was honored during tonight’s broadcast when Alicia Keys and Bonnie Raitt teamed up to pay tribute to Etta James.

Kelly Clarkson Duets With Jason Aldean, Deals With Technical Difficulties at 2012 Grammy Awards

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 19:00:14 +0000

Fresh off last week’s major performance of the national anthem at the Super Bowl, Kelly Clarkson was back in the Sunday night spotlight for another major performance! Tonight (Feb. 12), the ‘Mr. Know It All’ singer teamed up with her friend, country crooner Jason Aldean, for a live rendition of their hit ballad ‘Don’t You Wanna Stay’ at the 2012 Grammy Awards.

Katy Perry Rocks Out to 'Part of Me' at 2012 Grammys

Jessica Sager — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 18:00:54 +0000

Presenter Kate Beckinsale poked fun at Katy Perry‘s ability to shoot fireworks out of her boobs, but never doubted her ability to put on a good show. Perry knocked viewers’ socks off with her 2012 Grammy performance of her new single, ‘Part of Me.’

2012 Grammy Awards Performances

Cristin Maher — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 18:00:02 +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 and Paul Epworth Win Song of the Year Grammy for 'Rolling in the Deep'

Scott Shetler — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 17:00:54 +0000

Adele and producer Paul Epworth captured the award for Song of the Year for ‘Rolling in the Deep’ tonight at the 2012 Grammy Awards. Neil Patrick Harris announced the award, which is presented to the songwriters. Adele took the stage chewing gum — is that part of her new regimen to keep her voice strong? [...]

Taylor Swift Gets Revenge With 2012 Best Country Song + Solo Performance Grammy Wins

Scott Shetler — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 17:00:36 +0000

Taylor Swift won two Grammy Awards this afternoon for ‘Mean,’ a song she wrote about someone who didn’t treat her right. And if you’re wondering whether the young singer still carries a chip on her shoulder, check out what she said during her acceptance speeches.

Bon Iver Takes Home Best New Artist Trophy at 2012 Grammys

Jessica Sager — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 17:00:26 +0000

Congrats to Bon Iver! The Eau Claire, Wis. native took home the Best New Artist trophy at the 2012 Grammys.While the man behind the moniker, Justin Vernon, expressed some discomfort at receiving the award, he also recognized that it’s a huge honor. Vernon thanked his fellow nominees, as well as “all the other artists” who’ve [...]