LET THE NAMES BEGIN: As has become customary in recent years, the Recording Academy has begun teasing the Feb. 12 Grammy Awards by revealing the identities of the first batch of confirmed performers. And they are…Jason Aldean and Kelly Clarkson (the "and" between their names in the announcement suggesting an onstage pairing for their "Don't You Wanna Stay" duet), Foo Fighters, Bruno Mars, Nicki Minaj and Taylor Swift. Aldean and Minaj are Grammy telecast virgins. Expect the next announcement in a few days, continuing right up to air date. (1/12a)
FIREAID SETS SUPERSTAR LINEUP, EXPANDS TO FORUM
Everybody who's anybody will be performing. (1/16a)
SPOTIFY CANCELS GRAMMY-WEEK EVENTS, DONATES TO FIREAID, MUSICARES, MORE
Yet another shoe drops. (1/16a)
PERSHING SQUARE PUSHES TO SET UP U.S. LISTING FOR UMG
Ackman won't take no for an answer. (1/16a)
ACADEMY TELESCOPES GRAMMY WEEK EVENTS
The show must go on, with modifications. (1/15a)
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NOW WHAT?
We have no fucking idea.
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