67th Annual Grammy Awards; A Night of Music, Tribute, and Solidarity

The 67th Annual Grammy Awards took place on Sunday, February 2, 2025, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California. Hosted by comedian Trevor Noah for the fifth consecutive year, the ceremony celebrated music’s biggest night while also addressing the aftermath of the devastating wildfires that recently ravaged Los Angeles. The event featured a mix of performances, tributes, and charitable efforts to support wildfire relief and honor first responders.

Beyoncé led the nominations with 11 nods, including Album of the Year for Cowboy Carter, which marked her fifth attempt at winning the coveted award. Taylor Swift and Billie Eilish also competed in major categories, with Swift’s The Tortured Poets Department and Eilish’s Hit Me Hard and Soft vying for top honors. Other notable nominees included Kendrick Lamar, whose diss track Not Like Us could make history as the first of its kind to win a Grammy, and Lady Gaga, who aimed for her third win in the Best Pop Duo/Group Performance category.

The ceremony featured performances by some of the biggest names in music, including Billie Eilish, Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan, and Stevie Wonder, who participated in a tribute to the late Quincy Jones. Shakira also made a notable return to the Grammy stage after years of criticizing the Recording Academy. Despite her numerous nominations, Beyoncé did not perform but did win Best Country Album, presented by Taylor Swift.

In light of the wildfires, the Grammys took on a more somber tone, with the Recording Academy and MusiCares pledging over $1 million and raising $3.2 million for wildfire relief efforts. The show included tributes to first responders and those affected by the disaster, with performances dedicated to the spirit of Los Angeles. Many pre- and after-parties were canceled, with remaining events incorporating charitable calls to action.

The awards were broadcast live on CBS and streamed on Paramount+, with the premiere ceremony livestreamed on the Recording Academy’s YouTube channel. The red carpet, featuring interviews and fashion highlights, was covered by E! and The Associated Press. The night concluded with a renewed focus on unity and support for the Los Angeles community, making the 2025 Grammys a memorable blend of celebration and solidarity.

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