Grammys will proceed as planned on Feb. 2, Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. said, as Los Angeles faces several deadly wildfires.
Like the expected changes from the 2025 Oscars, Grammy Week will feature a revised, smaller-scale schedule. The decision was made to respect those affected by the wildfires and to focus on generating funds for recovery. The Academy will also honor the dedication of first responders who have worked tirelessly throughout the crisis.
The Academy canceled some of its events leading up to the Awards show and has repurposed others to heighten focus on fundraising for relief
The 67th annual ceremony is expected to take place on February 2 at the Crypto.Com Arena in downtown Los Angeles.
The Recording Academy and charity foundation MusiCares have pledged $1 million to support artists and music industry professionals impacted by the ongoing wildfires tearing through the Los Angeles area and displacing residents in the tens of thousands.
Harvey Mason Jr., CEO, Recording Academy and MusiCares and Tammy Hurt, chair of the academy’s board of trustees, held a webinar on Wednesday (Jan. 15) to tell Academy members of their plans for the Feb. 2 show and other Grammy Week events.
The Recording Academy has released a 'condensed' Grammy Week schedule, focusing on 'events that can be most impactful' for L.A. wildfire relief.
UPDATE: In a joint statement, the Recording Academy and MusiCares CEO Harvey Mason Jr. and Tammy Hurt, the chair of the academy’s board of trustees, confirmed the Grammy Awards telecast will proceed on Feb. 2 as planned.
As many parts of Los Angeles remain on fire, The Recording Academy has announced they’re moving forward with the 2025 Grammy Awards ceremony as scheduled. The award show will take place on February 2.
"Our hearts go out to everyone affected by the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles," said the Recording Academy following an initial $1 million donation
“We understand how devastating this past week has been on this city and its people,” Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. said in a statement. “This is our home, it’s home to thousands ...
In their messaging, the academy is stressing the philanthropic angle. By Paul Grein Harvey Mason Jr., CEO, Recording Academy and MusiCares and Tammy Hurt, chair of the academy’s board of ...