Mon 2nd – 04:48Joe Taysom
That’s a wrap!
Thanks for joining Far Out this year at the Grammys. It has been a pleasure to have been your guide as we’ve remembered greats like Roberta Flack and Ozzy Osbourne, as well as honouring the stars of 2026.
It has also been a ceremony to remember with Trevor Noah bowing out in style after six years with his loosest and most enjoyable performance yet as the Grammys host. Whoever steps up next year certainly has big shoes to fill…
See you this time next year!
(Credits: Far Out / Recording Academy)[Link]
Mon 2nd – 04:43Joe Taysom
Bad Bunny closes the Grammys in Spanish
Although Bad Bunny proved earlier in the night that he was more than capable of speaking in English, if necessary, his decision to celebrate ‘Album of the Year’ in Spanish was a powerful gesture.
After all, ever since he was announced to headline the Super Bowl, he’s been taking criticism from Donald Trump, who also confessed to not hearing a note of his music, and others who believe the half time show should belong to someone who performs in English. However, Bad Bunny proved at the Grammys that he’s not changing for anyone, and right now, Latin people need him to stand proud more than ever.
Admittedly, I may not have understood the words that were coming out of his mouth, but the sentiment was incredibly touching nonetheless.
Now, all eyes are on the Super Bowl next week…
Mon 2nd – 04:34Joe Taysom
Bad Bunny wins ‘Album of the Year’
Bad Bunny is reduced to tears as his name is called out by Harry Styles and after a brief pause to catch his breath, he is on stage with the ‘Album of the Year’ Grammy in his hand.
He began his speech by speaking in his native Spanish before reverting to English to explain that it’s dedicated to everybody who has had to move country to “follow their dreams”, before the Puerto Rican superstar returned to his mother tongue.
A night he will never forget.
(Credits: Bad Bunny)[Link]
Mon 2nd – 04:32Joe Taysom
‘Album of the Year’ time…
Here we go… the big one that the wait has been for all night. Will it be another victory for Bad Bunny?
(Credits: The Recording Academy)[Link]
Mon 2nd – 04:24Joe Taysom
Clipse are here!
After winning a Grammy earlier tonight, Clipse and Pharrell Williams have celebrated with a phenomenal performance of ‘So Far Ahead’.
Their night could get even better if they clinch the Grammy for ‘Album of the Year’, which is set to be presented by Harry Styles, who won that very same award in 2023.
Mon 2nd – 04:17Joe Taysom
Kendrick Lamar and SZA win ‘Record of the Year’
‘Luther’ has scored Kendrick Lamar and SZA yet another victory tonight, which marks Lamar’s second consecutive year of winning ‘Record of the Year’ after scoring a win in 2025 for ‘Not Like Us’ in the same prestigious category.
If anyone is still counting, this takes Kendrick’s number of Grammys up to 27 for his career.
“This is what music is about, Luther Van Dross. This is special for me, one of my favourite artists of all time,” he said, before sharing his gratitude for gaining the sample from Van Dross’ estate.
He also revealed they only got the sample on the condition that there was no cursing, which he happily obliged.
Meanwhile, SZA reminded those watching on to ignore the hate-filled algorithms on our phones and remember “we are not governed by governments but by God.”
Mon 2nd – 04:11Joe Taysom
Cher is here to accept her ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’
For the first time in 18 years, Cher, who has this year been given a ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’ by the Grammys and Trevor Noah had the honour of handing it to her at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
In her speech, Cher said she has “either been at the top or bottom” throughout her career, reflecting on the highs and lows, such as resorting to Las Vegas in the 1980s, being dropped by her label before ‘Believe’ re-established her rightful position in the musical hierarchy.
“Never give up on your dreams, no matter what happens,” she powerfully told the room of musicians, who lapped up her every word.
In addition to celebrating her victory, she is also here to hand out ‘Record of the Year’…
(Credits: Cher)[Link]
Mon 2nd – 03:54Joe Taysom
Ms Lauryn Hill remembers Roberta Flack
Ms Lauryn Hill is truly showing off her musical dexterity at the Grammys right now, putting in a performance for the ages. Following the conclusion of the D’Angelo segment, she’s now honouring Roberta Flack with a spine-tingling rendition of ‘The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face’.
Leon Bridges also joined the performance along with Jon Batiste, followed shortly after by October London and Lalah Hathaway. Then, the heat got turned up even further with the additions of John Legend and Chaka Khan. The vocal range on the stage is off the charts as generations of stars collide to respect a mutual hero of theirs.
(Credits: Far Out / CMS-Creative Management Associates)[Link]
Mon 2nd – 03:51Joe Taysom
Ms Lauryn Hill honours D’Angelo
D’Angelo was another musical great who we lost far too soon in 2025, aged only 51, but Ms Lauryn Hill is leading the Grammys through a history lesson in his sheer brilliance with a helping hand from Leon Thomas, as well as Lucky Daye, Raphael Saadiq and Jon Batiste.
A performance that would make D’Angelo proud.
(Credits: D’Angelo / Press)[Link]
Mon 2nd – 03:47Joe Taysom
The Osbourne family watch on in awe
It’s been a special night for Sharon Osbourne tonight, firstly having Yungblud win his first Grammy for his cover of ‘Changes’ during Ozzy’s farewell show at Villa Park, and now this all-star cast coming together for ‘War Pigs’.
Sharon looked close to tears when the camera panned to her while Slash shredded away, and her children, Jack and Kelly, also watched on in amazement at what they were witnessing.
(Credits: Ozzy Osbourne)[Link]
Mon 2nd – 03:44Joe Taysom
Rock avengers assemble for Ozzy Osbourne tribute
Chad Smith, Andrew Watt, Duff McKagan and Post Malone are here to honour the late great Ozzy Osbourne, kicking things off with a thunderous rendition of ‘War Pigs’.
While Post Malone wouldn’t have been the expected choice for the performance, he has risen to the occasion, just as he did when he fronted Nirvana last year for Saturday Night Live’s 50 year anniversary.
Throughout the performance, rock greats like Blondie’s Clem Burke, Ace Frehley from Kiss, Mick Ralphs and Brian James from The Damned were also remembered on the screen behind them, all of whom have died in the last 12 months.
Mon 2nd – 03:40Joe Taysom
Bob Weir remembered by John Mayer
John Mayer’s touching tribute to his late bandmate Bob Weir was another emotional moment. However, similarly to the tribute to Brian Wilson, it deserved more time to breathe and a performance would have been an even more fitting tribute.
(Credits: Danny Clinch)[Link]
Mon 2nd – 03:34Joe Taysom
Bruce Springsteen remembers Brian Wilson
The death of Brian Wilson was one of the saddest musical moments of 2025, and the Grammys honoured his legacy with a short voiceover from Bruce Springsteen speaking about the power of the material he left behind.
While Wilson was deserving of more than just a short video segment, it was a nice touch from Springsteen to honour his musical hero.
Mon 2nd – 03:16Joe Taysom
Trevor Noah makes Jeffrey Epstein joke
As the night has worn on, the Grammys has become increasingly political and Trevor Noah, who knows he won’t be returning in 2027 already, has gone there…
He joked that Trump is mainly after Greenland because he needs a new island to hang out with Bill Clinton on now that Epstein’s island is a thing of the past, which was met with huge laughter from those in the room, but it’s one that Trump is unlikely to see the funny side of.
Mon 2nd – 03:10Joe Taysom
Billie Eilish: “No one is illegal on stolen island”
Carole King, who wore an ‘ICE Out’ pin, awarded ‘Song of the Year’ to Billie Eilish and Finneas, who were also wearing the same pin.
After sharing her gratitude for the award, Eilish turned her attention to more serious matters following the deaths of Alex Pretti and Renee Good for protesting against ICE in Minneapolis.
“No one is illegal on stolen land,” Eilish began her speech by saying, before urging people to continue protesting on the streets against ICE and stating that the energy at the Grammys was making her “hopeful” for the future.
Notably, CBS did censor Eilish twice during her speech after she condemned ICE.
Mon 2nd – 02:58Joe Taysom
Lola Young beats the biggest names in pop
Charli XCX had the honour of presenting Lola Young with the Grammy for ‘Best Pop Solo Performance’ thanks to ‘Messy’, which Young didn’t see coming.
She was up against pop heavyweights Chappell Roan, Lady Gaga, Sabrina Carpenter and Justin Bieber; therefore, it’s understandable why Young didn’t prepare a speech to read out.
Although half of her words were bleeped out, presumably for being expletive-ridden, Young exuded utter joy during her speech and she didn’t even need words to express her feelings on the career-defining moment.
(Credits: Lola Young)[Link]
Mon 2nd – 02:56Joe Taysom
Joni Mitchell gets a standing ovation
Another sweet moment just occurred when Trevor Noah got the entire arena on their feet to give Joni Mitchell a standing ovation to celebrate the 11th Grammy victory of her career earlier tonight for ‘Best Historical Album’.
Wholesome.
Mon 2nd – 02:42Joe Taysom
Lady Gaga wins ‘Best Pop Vocal Album’
Following an amusing exchange between guest presenters Teyana Taylor and Nikki Glaser, Lady Gaga beat Miley Cyrus and Sabrina Carpenter to win ‘Best Pop Vocal Album’ for Mayhem.
In her emotional speech, Gaga also urged other female artists to “fight for your ideas” and “fight for your songs”, while also acknowledging that it can be a difficult space to navigate in a male-dominated industry behind the scenes.
(Credits: Frank Lebon)[Link]
Mon 2nd – 02:27Joe Taysom
Jelly Roll wins ‘Best Contemporary Country Album’
An emotional Jelly Roll devoted his victory in the ‘Best Contemporary Country Album’ for Beautifully Broken to Christianity changing his life. Reflecting on his time in prison with nothing but a Bible and a radio for company, which he thanked for changing the fabric of his existence.
It marks the first Grammy win of his career.
Mon 2nd – 02:18Joe Taysom
Bad Bunny: “ICE out”
To a standing ovation from the entire room, Bad Bunny said, “ICE out”, while accepting ‘Best Música Urbana Album’, before eloquently adding on behalf of the Latino population in the US, “We’re not savage, we’re not animals, we’re not aliens, we are Americans”.
Despite English not being his first language, he got past the language barrier to add, “The hate gets more powerful with more hate, the only thing that is more powerful than hate is love, so please we need to be different. If we fight, we have to do it with love.”
He powerfully concluded, “We don’t hate them, we love our people, and we love our family. We love, don’t forget that please.”
While there have been pin badges on display and nods to the power of immigration, Bad Bunny was more direct than anybody else with his heartfelt statement.
Bad Bunny calls out ICE during his #GRAMMYs speech for Best Música Urbana Album:
“Before I say thanks to god, I’m going to say, ICE out. We’re not savages, we’re not animals, we are humans and we are Americans.” pic.twitter.com/dhDXh1Ba39
— Pop Core (@TheePopCore) February 2, 2026
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Mon 2nd – 02:14Joe Taysom
Trevor Noah warns Donald Trump about “term limits”
Trevor Noah’s time on hosting duties is coming to an end after six consecutive years, which he acknowledged during the ceremony and although Trump wasn’t mentioned by name, Noah said his decision is due to his belief in respecting “term limits”.
He also said to anybody watching at home while looking down the barrel of the camera to “leave when your time is up” amid speculation that Trump wants to run for a third term.
Mon 2nd – 02:09Joe Taysom
Bad Bunny reminds viewers Puerto Rica is in the US
Just a week before he headlines the Super Bowl half-time show, Bad Bunny might win ‘Album of the Year’ for the first time at the Grammys, but when he returns home to Puerto Rico, he won’t be taking Trevor Noah with him.
The pair got through, just about, a somewhat awkward exchange, which ended with Noah asking if he could move to Puerto Rico to escape the US if it continues getting worse, before being reminded by Bad Bunny that Puerto Rico is in the US.
Trevor Noah and Bad Bunny just reminded people that Puerto Rico is, in fact, part of the US
Trevor: “If things keep getting worse in America, can I come live with you in Puerto Rico?”
Bad Bunny: “Trevor, I have some news for you. Puerto Rico is part of America.”
Trevor: “Shhh.… pic.twitter.com/brBG06v9sT
— Spencer Althouse (@SpencerAlthouse) February 2, 2026
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Mon 2nd – 02:00Joe Taysom
Kendrick Lamar breaks Jay-Z’s record
Following his haul tonight, which may have only just begun, Kendrick Lamar has now become the rapper with the most Grammy wins in history, with his tally now reaching 26, which eclipses Jay-Z’s previous record of 25.
Beyoncé remains the most-decorated artist in the history of the Grammys with 35 wins, which remains safe for now, but perhaps, one day it’ll belong to Kendrick…
Mon 2nd – 01:58Joe Taysom
Olivia Dean wins ‘Best New Artist’
Last year, Chappell Roan was awarded ‘Best New Artist’. Now, she’s back and has awarded the same award to Olivia Dean, who will be looking to follow in her footsteps.
In her speech, Dean, who had to wipe away tears, discussed her shock about being on the Grammys stage, thanking her manager and family, as well as a “granddaughter of an immigrant”, which feels particularly vital during these current times in the United States.
(Credits: Publicity)[Link]
Mon 2nd – 01:47Joe Taysom
Olivia Dean and Sombr take to the stage
Olivia Dean’s performance of ‘Man I Need’ feels like her crowning moment; she looks like she belongs on that stage and will be an artist who will be around for decades to come. A triumph.
Next up was Sombr, who turned the Crypto.com Arena into a dancefloor with ’12 to 12′ and exuded huge confidence during his Grammys debut, which got the biggest names in music off their seats and dancing.
Mon 2nd – 01:45Joe Taysom
Lola Young strips it back for ‘Messy’
Last summer, Lola Young took a step back from the music industry to prioritise her mental health, which should be admired hugely. Her performance at the Grammys marks her return, and the stripped-down piano version of ‘Messy’ saw the English singer-songwriter pour her heart into every note. No theatrics or flamboyant stunts, just a pure performance.
(Credit: Press)[Link]
Mon 2nd – 01:36Joe Taysom
‘Best New Artist’ time
The Marías began the round of ‘Best New Artist’ performances with aplomb, with Billie Eilish and Finneas fully captured by their magnificence. Then, Addison Rae dazzled with ‘Fame is a Gun’, putting on an elaborate pop star performance that even came with a costume change, as well as lip-sync suspicions.
Katseye followed down a similar route to Addison Rae with full-blown theatrics that thrilled the crowd before Leon Thomas opted for a back-to-basics approach, which felt like a throwback compared to the two performances that came before him.
The phones came out from the crowds to film Alex Warren’s ‘Ordinary’, which saw him manoeuvre his way through the audience to the stage. While the crowd were loving every second of it, including Jelly Roll, the song still feels quite ordinary to me despite how many times I’ve heard it in taxis.
Mon 2nd – 01:24Joe Taysom
And the ‘Best Rap Album’ winner is…
It had to be him… Kendrick Lamar has done it again. GNX has won the Grammy for ‘Best Rap Album’, it’s his third Grammy of the night and the 26th of his career.
“Hip-hop is always going to be right here,” Lamar poignantly said during his speech, which was short and sweet, as well as a reflection of the Grammys giving the genre the respect that it has earned.
Last year, the night belonged to Kendrick, and seemingly, tonight is set to confirm his status as ‘King of the Grammys’.
(Credits: Far Out / YouTube Still)[Link]
Mon 2nd – 01:15Joe Taysom
Sabrina Carpenter is a proper pop star
Sabrina Carpenter had an iconic Grammys debut in 2025, and her rendition of ‘Manchild’ was an old-school, devastingly fun, undiluted pop experience with a production budget that spared no expense, including a white dove.
Now that her performance is out of the way, Carpenter will be hoping that it won’t be the last time she sets foot on the Grammys stage tonight.
Mon 2nd – 01:10Joe Taysom
Trevor Noah impersonates Donald Trump
It wouldn’t be an awards show if the host didn’t impersonate Donald Trump at some stage.
Noah wheeled his impression out to poke fun at the president’s bizarre friendship with Nicki Minaj, who he revealed, to the shock of nobody in the room, wasn’t invited to the Grammys this year.
Minaj was the only artist to catch a major stray in Noah’s monologue, which largely stroked the egos of those in the room rather than ridiculing them on the global stage.
(Credits: Far Out / YouTube Still)[Link]
Mon 2nd – 01:06Joe Taysom
Trevor Noah delivers his opening monologue
Trevor Noah is a seasoned professional, and there’s a reason why they have invited him back for the past six years.
While he did manage to get the room excited for what’s to come later this night, as well as light digs about Jeff Bezos’ wedding, Diddy, and President Donald Trump, Noah didn’t go in two-footed. Instead, he chose to keep it light rather than take a leaf out of Nikki Glaser’s playbook at the Golden Globes.
(Credits: Far Out / YouTube Still)[Link]
Mon 2nd – 01:02Joe Taysom
Bruno Mars and Rosé get the Grammys started
Bruno Mars and Rosé had one of the biggest songs of 2025 with ‘Apt.’, therefore, it’s only appropriate that they begin the show in style with the pop anthem.
The hit collaboration is nominated for both ‘Record of the Year’ and ‘Song of the Year’, which would mark the first Grammy of Rosé’s career.
(Credits: John V .Esparza)[Link]
Mon 2nd – 00:50Joe Taysom
The wait is almost over…
Most of the 95 awards that are set to be given out have already been handed out to the worthy recipients with only nine remaining for the main ceremony, which is now only minutes away from airing…
Will it be the night of Bad Bunny, Sabrina Carpenter or Kendrick Lamar? The months of speculation will all come to an end shortly when the winners will be unveiled.
(Credits: The Recording Academy)[Link]
Mon 2nd – 00:41Joe Taysom
The Dalai Lama is now a Grammy winner…
Unexpectedly, the Dalai Lama has won a Grammy. He was victorious in the ‘Best Audiobook’ category, even beating Trevor Noah, who will host the Grammys for the final time tonight.
I wonder which matters more to the Dalai Lama, his Grammy or his Nobel Peace Prize…
(Credits: Recording Academy)[Link]
Mon 2nd – 00:29Joe Taysom
Who is presenting at the Grammys?
The Grammys doesn’t only have a star-studded cast of performers, but the list of presenters is also oozing with names that are no strangers to winning awards on the biggest stages.
The list of presenters are Carole King, Chappell Roan, Charli XCX, Doechii, Harry Styles, Jeff Goldblum, KAROL G, Lainey Wilson, Marcello Hernández, Nikki Glaser, Q-Tip, Queen Latifah and Teyana Taylor.
(Credits: Johnny Dufort)[Link]
Mon 2nd – 00:16Joe Taysom
Will Olivia Dean win ‘Best New Artist’?
Olivia Dean has been established in the UK for several years, but 2025 was the year that she took over the world with her second album, The Art of Loving and breakthrough hit, ‘Man I Need’.
Now, she seems likely to top off her stratospheric rise with the Grammy win for ‘Best New Artist’, and will also perform at the ceremony. Previous winners, dating back to its incarnation, include Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, to recent victors, such as Billie Eilish and Adele.
While there are other strong contenders like Leon Thomas and Addison Rae, it looks like it’s Dean’s to lose.
(Credits: Publicity)[Link]
Mon 2nd – 00:06Joe Taysom
Watch Yungblud pay tribute to Ozzy Osbourne
After winning his first Grammy for his cover of Black Sabbath’s ‘Changes’, Yungblud paid homage to his late friend, Ozzy Osbourne, explained what he meant to him as a person, and also declared that he’s on a mission for rock to make a comeback at awards shows like this.
Sun 1st – 23:54Joe Taysom
Joni Mitchell subtly protests against ICE
Upon accepting her Grammy for ‘Best Historical Album’, Joni Mitchell made her feelings known about the recent actions of ICE in Minneapolis by subtly wearing an ‘ICE Out’ badge, which Kehlani also wore.
While Mitchell didn’t speak about the situation in her speech like Kehlani, the badge was an expression of solidarity from a musical great.
Sun 1st – 23:30Joe Taysom
‘Album of the Year’ nominees
Winning any Grammy is an achievement that artists spend their entire career chasing, but ‘Album of the Year’ is the crème de la crème that only a select few will ever reach.
The 2026 nominees are Bad Bunny – DeBÍ TïRAR Más FOToS, Justin Bieber – Swag, Sabrina Carpenter – Man’s Best Friend, Clipse – Let God Sort Em Out, Lady Gaga –Mayhem, Kendrick Lamar – GNX, Leon Thomas – Mutt and Tyler, the Creator –Chromokopia.
According to Polymarket, Bad Bunny stands a 75 per cent chance of taking home the prestigious award, which would be the first time he has ever done so. Meanwhile, Lady Gaga is the second favourite with a 14 per cent chance of victory.
(Credits: Recording Academy)[Link]
Sun 1st – 23:21Joe Taysom
Is the Grammys available to watch in the UK?
While US viewers have the option of watching the Grammys on either Paramount+ or CBS, that luxury doesn’t extend to those in the United Kingdom where the event is unavailable to watch live.
Although the premiere ceremony and red carpet ceremony will be shown on YouTube, the main event is only available to those in the United States via their broadcast partners.
(Credits: Crypto.com Arena)[Link]
Sun 1st – 23:14Joe Taysom
Bad Bunny gets his first Grammy of the night
Bad Bunny is nominated in a total of six categories tonight, and he has now taken home ‘Best Global Music Performance’, but did lose out in the ‘Best Global Music Album’ for to Brazillian legend Caetano Veloso.
Despite his defeat in this category, it would be a shock if Bad Bunny didn’t add to his tally tonight. Even if he loses, he still has the Super Bowl next weekend ahead of him and a chance to prove people wrong.
(Credits: Bad Bunny)[Link]
Sun 1st – 23:05Joe Taysom
Who is performing at the Grammys ceremony?
It’s a stacked bill of performers tonight at the Grammys with Addison Rae, Alex Warren, Andrew Watt, Brandy Clark, Chad Smith, Clipse, Duff McKagan, Justin Bieber, KATSEYE, Lady Gaga, Leon Thomas, Lola Young, Lukas Nelson, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Olivia Dean, Pharrell Williams, Post Malone, Reba McEntire, ROSÉ, Sabrina Carpenter, Slash, SOMBR, The Marías, and Tyler, The Creator all set to take to the stage.
Notably, many of these will be for the in memoriam segment, such as Ms. Lauryn Hill and Chad Smith, who will honour the late greats Roberta Flack and Ozzy Osbourne.
Tonight will also mark Justin Bieber’s first live performance in four years, marking his comeback ahead of his Coachella headline set in April.
(Credits: Raph Pour-Hashemi)[Link]
Sun 1st – 22:50Joe Taysom
Why The Cure missed the Grammys
While winning their first-ever Grammys was an important moment for The Cure, it’s not as important as remembering their late bandmate, Perry Bamonte, at his funeral, who sadly died last month.
Although they weren’t there in person, Robert Smith still sent in a heartfelt letter, which was read out in Los Angeles, thanking those who helped make the record possible, including their team behind the scenes, and most importantly, their fans.
(Credit: Chris “BuB” Cardi)[Link]
Sun 1st – 22:37Joe Taysom
Hayley Williams snubbed
It looked nailed on that Hayley Williams would win her first solo Grammy tonight after securing four nominations; however, she has surprisingly lost out in every one of the categories.
Williams was nominated for ‘Best Rock Song’, ‘Best Alternative Music Performance’, ‘Best Alternative Music Album’, and ‘Best Rock Performance’.
(Credits: Hayley Williams)[Link]
Sun 1st – 22:29Joe Taysom
Joni Mitchell accepts her Grammy in person!
Joni Mitchell has just won the Grammy for ‘Best Historical Person’, and was there to collect her award in person, but seemingly nobody told her that was why she was asked on stage, which led to a brief awkward silence.
Once she found out she won, Mitchell spoke eloquently about the chapter in her life that shaped Court and Spark, and her foray into jazz that followed that record, stating she felt “very honoured” to be here to accept a Grammy.
Ending her speech in truly wonderful style, Mitchell said, “I guess that’s it.”
Mitchell’s comeback in recent years has been beautiful to see after she previously retired after suffering a stroke, which she accepted was the end of her career. Fingers crossed that more nights like these await!
(Credits: Far Out / YouTube Still)[Link]
Sun 1st – 22:25Joe Taysom
The first-ever Grammy for ‘Best Album Cover’ goes to…
Tyler, the Creator has won the first-ever Grammy for ‘Best Album Cover’ thanks to the artwork of Chromakopia. While he wasn’t in attendance to collect the award, his name is now cemented in Grammys history.
Other nominees included Wet Leg, Djo, Bad Bunny and Perfume Genius.
(Credits: Far Out / Raph Pour-Hashemi)[Link]
Sun 1st – 22:19Joe Taysom
Steven Spielberg becomes an EGOT
After ‘Music by John Williams’, which Steven Spielberg produced, won the Grammy for ‘Best Music Film’, the legendary director has now reached EGOT status.
While winning a Grammy was likely never on his career wish list, he can now place one in his ever-growing awards cabinet alongside his Emmys, Oscars and Tony Awards.
(Credits: Far Out / Martin Kraft)[Link]
Sun 1st – 22:12Joe Taysom
Shaboozey wins his first Grammy
Tonight is becoming the night for first-time winners with Shaboozey winning ‘Best Country Duo/Group Performance’ for his Jelly Roll collaboration, ‘Amen’.
In his speech, Shaboozey, who looked to be on the brink of tears, emotionally dedicted it to his mother who worked multiple jobs to help raise him but was now able to retire last year.
On a vital note amid the political climate in the US, he concluded by saying from the heart that “immigrants built this country”, and also dedicated his award to those that chose to move to America in search of a better life.
(Credits: The Recording Academy)[Link]
Sun 1st – 22:08Joe Taysom
Turnstile win another Grammy!
The Baltimore post-hardcore group are back on the podium for the second time this evening to collect the Grammy for ‘Best Metal Performance’ for ‘Birds’, a throwback track to their heavier roots.
Anyone who has seen Turnstile perform ‘Birds’ live will have no argument with them winning in this category, even though it’s not metal in the traditional sense but a riot nonetheless.
(Credits: ALEXIS GROSS)[Link]
Sun 1st – 21:57Joe Taysom
Kendrick Lamar gets his first and second Grammy of the night
Kendrick Lamar leads the pack in regards to nominations tonight with nine nods, and he’s already added to his Grammy tally with a win in the ‘Best Melodic Rap Performce’ for his SZA collaboration ‘Luther’.
Minutes later, Lamar also won ‘Best Rap Song’ for ‘TV Off’, which remarkably brings his number of career Grammys to 24.
(Credits: Far Out / YouTube Still)[Link]
Sun 1st – 21:53Joe Taysom
Leon Thomas is a double Grammy winner
Ahead of his performance tonight, Leon Tomas has reason to celebrate after taking home the Grammy for ‘Best R&B Album’ for Mutt, which he was able to accept in-person after missing hearing his name called out as the winner of ‘Best Traditional R&B Performance’ due to being at rehearsals.
While Thomas was out of breath due to having to run across from the other side of the building, that was a small price to pay to be able to celebrate his monumental victory. Will he win ‘Best New Artist’ tonight too and make it a hat-trick? It could be his night.
(Credits: Recording Academy)[Link]
Sun 1st – 21:44Joe Taysom
Kehlani wins Grammy and says “fuck ICE”
Kehlani is elated on-stage after being awarded the Grammy for ‘Best R&B Performance’ for ‘Folded’.
As well as thanking those who have helped make this possible, she also made the point to remind people that “together we are stronger in numbers to speak about all the injustice in the world going on right now”.
The singer, who was wearing an ‘ICE Out’ badge, then made her feelings even more crystal clear by shouting, “Fuck ICE”, to cheers.
(Credits: Kehlani)[Link]
Sun 1st – 21:38Joe Taysom
The Cure win their first-ever Grammys!
Remarkably, before tonight, The Cure have never won a Grammy during their illustrious career, but that has now all changed.
The legendary band have won a Grammy in the ‘Best Alternative Music Performance’ category for ‘Alone’, as well as ‘Best Alternative Music Album’ for their long-awaited comeback record, Songs of a Lost World.
(Credits: Far Out / Mr. Rossi)[Link]
Sun 1st – 21:34Joe Taysom
Turnstile win ‘Best Rock Album’
Turnstile are up for a total of five awards tonight, and their evening has just got off to a triumphant start after they took home the prize for ‘Best Rock Album’, beating competition from the likes of Deftones and Yungblud.
This marks the first Grammy win of their career, but they’ll be hoping that this is just the start of a haul for the ages.
(Credits: Far Out / Brendan Yates)[Link]
Sun 1st – 21:30Joe Taysom
Yungblud remembers Ozzy Osbourne
Yungblud has honoured the late Ozzy Osbourne, who was a mentor to him, after winning the Grammy for ‘Best Rock Performance’ thanks to his cover of ‘Changes’ at Villa Park at Back to the Beginning, which marked the final performance of Osbourne’s career.
As he remembered Ozzy, a visibly emotional Sharon was stood beside him on stage, which was a heartwarming moment to remember.
(Credits: Yungblud)[Link]
Sun 1st – 21:14Joe Taysom
FKA Twigs wins her first Grammy!
The winners have begun to be revealed, including FKA Twigs winning the Grammy for ‘Best Dance/Electronic Album’ for Eusexua, beating competition from Fred Again, PinkPantheress, Skrillex and Rüfüs Du Sol.
In her winner’s speech, Twigs, who released her debut album in 2014, powerfully said, “I know to a lot of people I may be new, but I actually have been doing this for a really long time. To any artist, don’t give up. Follow your vision. Do you. Because that’s what will make the world fall in love with your art.”
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Sun 1st – 21:10Joe Taysom
Welcome!
Although it’s still several hours to go until the ceremony begins, the winners have already begun being announced thick and fast in many categories as anticipation grows ahead of the event.
Far Out will be on hand throughout the evening, or early hours if you are based outside the US, to provide all the big updates and keep you abreast of all the twists, turns and surprises that are in front of us!
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