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Post by areyoureadytojump on Sept 28, 2015 9:40:59 GMT -5
Monday, September 28, 2015
GREIN ON GRAMMYS: PART ONE by Paul Grein
Likely Nominees for Album of the Year
Expect to hear Taylor Swift and The Weeknd mentioned a lot when the Grammy nominations are announced in early December. Both of these overachieving 25-year-olds are likely to be nominated for Album, Record and Song of the Year. Swift was nominated in all three categories once before, six years ago, but this would represent a new level of recognition for The Weeknd.
Swift has such a lock on Album of the Year that the Recording Academy might as well send the trophy to the engravers now. She has simply owned the year, not just in sales, but in the confident way she has taken a leadership role in the industry.
“Uptown Funk!” by Mark Ronson featuring Bruno Mars is the front-runner for Record of the Year. The sleek and snazzy single is the year’s biggest hit.
Both Swift and Ronson stand to make Grammy history if they win as expected on Feb. 15. Swift would become the first female artist to win Album of the Year twice for her own albums. She first won for her sophomore album, Fearless. Ronson would become the first person to win Record of the Year both as an artist and as a producer for another artist. He won the 2007 award for producing Amy Winehouse’s “Rehab.”
Let’s take a look at the likely nominees and runners-up in the “Big Four” categories. (The eligibility year ends Sept. 30.)
Three albums seem like sure things—Swift’s 1989, Kendrick Lamar’s To Pimp a Butterfly and The Weeknd’s Beauty Behind the Madness.
This would be the third nomination in this category for Swift; the second for Lamar. To Pimp… is the highest-rated album so far this year at Metacritic.com, with a 96 score. The Grammys know that they need to shore up their credibility in the rap world, so his nomination is assured.
This has been a good year for country, so one or more country albums could make the finals. The strongest contenders are Sam Hunt’s Montevallo, Little Big Town’s Pain Killer, Kacey Musgraves’ Pageant Material and Luke Bryan’s Kill the Lights. Hunt’s album has spawned three #1 hits on the country chart, more than any other album this year. I think it has the strongest shot.
Don Henley and James Taylor, two respected veterans (and past MusiCares Person of the Year honorees), may fight it out for the fifth slot. Henley’s upcoming Cass County, his first solo studio album since 2000, features such A-listers as Mick Jagger & Miranda Lambert, Merle Haggard, Martina McBride and Dolly Parton. Before This World, Taylor’s first collection of new songs since 2002, got extra attention for becoming his first #1 album.
I’m going to go out on a limb and pick Henley’s album for the fifth slot. This would be Henley’s fourth Album of the Year nomination. (He scored his first two with the Eagles.) There is some resistance to non-country artists releasing country albums. Lionel Richie’s Tuskegee was passed over three years ago. The difference is that the Eagles played a huge role in shaping modern country.
What’s more, if both Montevallo and Cass County make the finals, it will mark the first time in Grammy history that two country albums have received Album of the Year noms in the same year.
Other country albums that are in the running include Jason Isbell’s Something More Than Free, Chris Stapleton’s Traveller, Zac Brown Band’s Jekyll + Hyde and Jason Aldean’s Old Boots, New Dirt.
There are also many other strong hip-hop candidates that could conceivably join Lamar in the finals. A nomination for Nicki Minaj’s The Pinkprint would allow the Grammys to one-up the VMAs, where the omission of “Anaconda” from the Video of the Year category prompted complaints (from Minaj, mostly). A nomination for Dr. Dre’s Compton would recognize the impressive success of the N.W.A biopic Straight Outta Compton, which has become the top-grossing movie biopic. Drake has two mixtapes in the running: If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late (the first 2015 album to sell 1 million copies) and the new What a Time to Be Alive (a collabo with Future). Drake won a Grammy for Best Rap Album for his second studio album, Take Care, but he’s never been nominated for Album of the Year.
Other rap albums that are in the running include Wale’s The Album about Nothing and J. Cole’s 2014 Forest Hills Drive.
D’Angelo & the Vanguard’s Black Messiah drew rave reviews (and a 95 score at Metacritic) when it was released late last year. D’Angelo’s previous album, 2000’s Voodoo, won a Grammy as Best R&B Album. One bad sign: Black Messiah has fallen off the charts.
The panel may want to recognize Nick Jonas’ surprising and convincing emergence as a solo star with a nomination for Nick Jonas. The panel nominated Justin Timberlake’s solo debut, Justified, in 2003.
It wasn’t a great year for rock. Even so, several rock albums are contenders: Alabama Shakes’ Sound & Color, Florence + the Machine’s How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful, Fall Out Boy’s American Beauty/American Psycho, Tame Impala’s Currents, Foo Fighters’ Sonic Highways, Of Monsters and Men’s Beneath the Skin and Twenty One Pilots’ Blurryface. Foo Fighters was nominated in this category with its last two albums. (Mumford & Sons won Album of the Year with its previous release, Babel, but its latest, Wilder Mind, drew mixed reactions.)
In addition to Henley, 68, and Taylor, 67, numerous other veteran (read: older) artists are in the running, including Willie Nelson & Merle Haggard (who are 82 and 78, respectively), Bob Dylan (74) and Neil Diamond (74). A case can be made for each of them. But newer and younger artists are more apt to excite the panelists (and, by extension, demo-minded execs at CBS).
Pentatonix’s That’s Christmas to Me, last year’s best-selling holiday album, may face an insurmountable obstacle: No Christmas album has ever made the finals in this category.
Other candidates include Meghan Trainor’s Title, Leon Bridges’ Coming Home, Miguel’s Wildheart, Hozier’s Hozier, Sufjan Stevens’ Carrie & Lowell, Fifth Harmony’s Reflection, Jazmine Sullivan’s Reality Show, Jill Scott’s Woman, Van Morrison’s Duets, Tori Kelly’s Unbreakable Smile and a pair of hit soundtracks—Fifty Shades of Grey and Empire.
(Earlier, I said that Swift is vying to become the first female artist to win Album of the Year twice for her own albums. If that sounded as carefully worded as a Hillary Clinton statement about her server, it was: Lauryn Hill, Alison Krauss and Norah Jones have each won Album of the Year twice, but only once, in each case, for their own albums.)
My five picks are Taylor Swift’s 1989, Kendrick Lamar’s To Pimp a Butterfly, The Weeknd’s Beauty Behind the Madness, Sam Hunt’s Montevallo and Don Henley’s Cass County.
Paul Grein has been tracking the Grammys since the “Bad Blood” on the Grammy ballot was by Neil Sedaka.
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Post by Wave. on Sept 28, 2015 12:35:23 GMT -5
I agree with Grein's 1st 3 picks for AOTY, I'm not too sure who else would contend. He did have a point about D'Angelo being the R&B pick.
Last year's noms: BEYONCE'-R&B/Pop Nom G I R L-Pop/R&B Nom In The Lonely Hour- Pop/R&B Nom x-Pop/R&B Nom Morning Phase-Rock(Folk) Nom
Alot of Pop and R&B last year, which was fine IMO. It'll be cool to see a shake up this year.
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Post by jenglisbe on Sept 28, 2015 14:18:41 GMT -5
Why would Hozier get in BNA when he hasn't done anything in the past year to show that he will be more than a one-hit wonder?
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Post by areyoureadytojump on Sept 29, 2015 9:36:44 GMT -5
hitsdailydouble.com/news&id=297859Tuesday, September 29, 2015 GREIN ON GRAMMYS, PART TWOby Paul Grein Likely Nominees for Record and Song of the YearWe’re looking at the likely Grammy nominees and runners-up in the “Big Four” categories. (The eligibility year ends Sept. 30.) Yesterday, we looked at Album of the Year. Today we explore Record and Song of the Year. Tomorrow we conclude with Best New Artist. RECORDThe likely nominees: “Uptown Funk!” by Mark Ronson featuring Bruno Mars, The Weeknd’s “Can’t Feel My Face,” Taylor Swift’s “Blank Space,” Little Big Town’s “Girl Crush” and Ed Sheeran’s “Thinking Out Loud.” This would be Mars’ fifth nomination in this category (his fourth as an artist); Swift’s fourth. Such an outcome would make for a memorable Grammy night for Max Martin and Shellback, who co-produced both “Blank Space” and “Can’t Feel My Face.” “Uptown Funk!” won a BRIT Award for British Single of the Year earlier this year. If it also wins the Grammy for Record of the Year, it would be the first single to take both prizes since Phil Collins’ “Another Day in Paradise” in 1990. Swift and The Weeknd both had such strong years that they each have several hits that could be nominated here. Swift’s “Bad Blood” (featuring Kendrick Lamar) represents the fullest expression of her immersion into contemporary pop and hip-hop culture. Also, a nomination for that smash would also give the Academy another chance to recognize the respected Lamar. But I just think that “Blank Space” is more in line with Grammy tastes. The brash “Bad Blood,” which won the VMA for Video of the Year, is more MTV. The classy “Blank Space” is more Grammys. The Weeknd could make it with “Earned It (Fifty Shades of Grey),” “Can’t Feel My Face” or “The Hills,” all of which were giant (top three) hits. The irresistible “Can’t Feel My Face” was his first #1 hit, which may give it an edge. The record is essentially an homage to Michael Jackson, but its lack of originality probably won’t hurt it in this category. Bruno Mars’ “Locked Out of Heaven,” which cribbed from The Police, and Robin Thicke’s “Blurred Lines,” which lifted from Marvin Gaye, were both nominated in this category two years ago. “Girl Crush” was Little Big Town’s biggest crossover hit to date. The bluesy and provocative ballad echoes Grammy favorite Bonnie Raitt. Little Big Town is vying to become just the fourth country group or duo to land a Record of the Year nomination, following Lady Antebellum (“Need You Now”), Dixie Chicks (“Not Ready to Make Nice”) and The Browns (surely you remember 1959’s “The Three Bells”). Sheeran may face a roadblock on his way to a nomination: He performed “Thinking Out Loud” on the Grammy telecast in February. As a result, it may seem like yesterday’s news to the panelists who select the final nominees. February’s show included a performance of another work that might have been a serious Record of the Year contender this year: “FourFiveSeconds” by Rihanna, Kanye West and Paul McCartney. Obviously, the producers of the telecast won’t want these performances on the show two years in a row. The panelists who select the final nominees shouldn’t take such factors into account, but they can’t help but be aware of them. That may lead them to pass over these works in search of material that seems fresher. That’s why I’m not a fan of the Grammys’ recent practice of booking performances on the telecast that won’t be eligible for awards consideration until the following year. The Grammys are placing the interests of the TV show ahead of the integrity of the awards process. (“FourFiveSeconds” has a modest, understated charm, but it doesn’t quite live up to the expectations created by the all-star billing. But “Thinking Out Loud” is a lovely and timeless ballad and is entirely deserving of nominations in the marquee categories.) Here are capsule summaries of four other strong contenders. “See You Again” by Wiz Khalifa featuring Charlie Puth blends a sweet pop melody with hip-hop in a way that even people who aren’t rap fans (i.e., many Grammy voters) can appreciate. Sam Hunt’s “Take Your Time” seamlessly blends singing and spoken elements. The video, which depicts domestic violence, gives the song added gravitas. Andy Grammer’s “Honey, I’m Good.” may get extra points for its positive social message (the video is a cheerful PSA for monogamy). Rachel Platten’s “Fight Song” has the spunk and female assertiveness that made Katy Perry’s “Roar” a Song of the Year finalist two years ago. Other records with a good chance include Elle King’s “Ex’s & Oh’s,” Adam Lambert’s “Ghost Town,” Tori Kelly’s “Should’ve Been Us,” Kendrick Lamar’s “Alright,” Sia’s “Elastic Heart,” Jason Derulo’s “Want to Want Me,” Fall Out Boy’s “Uma Thurman” and a clutch of collabos: “One Man Can Change the World” by Big Sean featuring Kanye West & John Legend; Hey Mama” by David Guetta featuring Nicki Minaj, Bebe Rexha & Afrojack; “Lean On” by Major Lazer & DJ Snake featuring MØ; “Worth It” by Fifth Harmony featuring Kid Ink; “Where Are U Now” by Skrillex & Diplo with Justin Bieber; and “Glory” by John Legend & Common. Also eligible: Maroon 5’s “Animals” and “Sugar,” Ariana Grande’s “Break Free” (featuring Zedd) and “Love Me Harder” (a collabo with The Weeknd), Fetty Wap’s “Trap Queen,” Ellie Goulding’s “Love Me Like You Do,” Walk the Moon’s “Shut Up and Dance,” Meghan Trainor’s “Lips Are Movin,” Beyoncé’s “7/11” and OMI’s “Cheerleader.” Sam Smith’s “I’m Not the Only One” (featuring A$AP Rocky) and “Lay Me Down” (featuring John Legend) will be eligible, though the panel may decide Smith got enough recognition last year, when “Stay With Me” won Record and Song of the Year. My five picks are “Uptown Funk!” by Mark Ronson featuring Bruno Mars, The Weeknd’s “Can’t Feel My Face,” Taylor Swift’s “Blank Space,” Little Big Town’s “Girl Crush” and Ed Sheeran’s “Thinking Out Loud.” SONGThe likely nominees: “Thinking Out Loud,” “Girl Crush,” “Blank Space,” “Uptown Funk!” and a Weeknd song, either “Can’t Feel My Face” or “Earned It (Fifty Shades of Grey).” Max Martin co-wrote both “Blank Space” and “Can’t Feel My Face.” If both songs are nominated, the Swede would join the short list of songwriters with two Song of the Year nominations in the same year. It would also boost Martin’s career tally in this category to four noms. This would be the fourth nomination in this category for Bruno Mars, Philip Lawrence and Jeff Bhasker, who are among the co-writers of “Uptown Funk!” It would be Swift’s third nom in the category and the second for Sheeran, Shellback (who co-wrote “Blank Space”) and Liz Rose and Hillary Lindsey (who co-wrote “Girl Crush”). Other songs with a good shot include “Honey, I’m Good.,” “Fight Song,” “See You Again,” “Take Your Time,” “Alright,” the VMA-winning “One Man Can Change the World” and the Oscar-winning “Glory,” among others. My five picks are “Thinking Out Loud,” “Girl Crush,” “Blank Space,” “Uptown Funk!” and a Weeknd song, either “Can’t Feel My Face” or “Earned It (Fifty Shades of Grey).”
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Post by George on Sept 29, 2015 16:28:57 GMT -5
Here's to Adina Howard getting her first GRAMMY nomination with "Bad 4 Me." Hopefully she can nab one in that Best Traditional R&B Performance since the Best Urban/Alternative is no longer in use.
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Post by DJ General on Sept 29, 2015 22:36:19 GMT -5
Why would Hozier get in BNA when he hasn't done anything in the past year to show that he will be more than a one-hit wonder? First, you don't need to have a bunch of hits to be a nominee for that... it's for best NEW artist. Obviously they will not have a bunch of hits. Second, he is already more than a one hit wonder. So, get your facts straight. Someone New #2 Triple A (current & rising), #17 Hot AC (current & rising) Other songs have charted on radio including Work Song and From Eden...so bye.
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Post by Devil Marlena Nylund on Sept 29, 2015 22:59:37 GMT -5
Even still, I would think Hozier's hype had faded enough that he wouldn't really be much of a contender compared to someone like George Ezra, who I hope makes the tally regardless of whether Hozier does too or not.
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Post by areyoureadytojump on Sept 30, 2015 12:52:04 GMT -5
hitsdailydouble.com/news&id=297886Wednesday, September 30, 2015 GREIN ON GRAMMYS, PART THREEPredicting the Likely Best New Artist Nominess The likely nominees: Meghan Trainor, Sam Hunt, Leon Bridges, Tori Kelly and Elle King.Trainor is vying to become the first female pop singer to win in this category since Adele, the 2008 winner. Trainor was nominated for Record and Song of the Year last year for “All About That Bass.” She’s in contention here because her first major-label album fell into this eligibility year. Hunt would become the first male country solo artist ever to win in this category. (A male country group, Zac Brown Band, won six years ago.) Bridges, a gospel and soul singer, has evoked comparisons to Sam Cooke. Kelly gave an impressive performance of “Should’ve Been Us” at the VMAs. King made news when “Ex’s and Oh’s” topped the Alternative Songs chart, still a rarity for a female solo artist. Hozier, who was nominated for Song of the Year last year for “Take Me to Church,” is eligible here because his debut album fell into this eligibility year. But, unlike Trainor, Hozier has had a hard time following his breakthrough smash. If the panel judges him based on what he has done since “Take Me to Church,” he may be in trouble. Fetty Wap’s eponymous debut album is expected to be released just under the wire. The red-hot Mr. Wap was nominated in the new artist category at both the BET Awards and the VMAs, a sign of his broad appeal. But he’s not a natural fit for the Grammys. Fifth Harmony was crowned Artist to Watch at the VMAs in August 2014. The female quintet is eligible here because its debut album, Reflection, was released in January. James Bay won the Critics Choice Award at the BRIT Awards. Last year’s winner of that award, Sam Smith, went on to win four Grammys. (No pressure, James.) Other contenders include Maddie & Tae, who tweaked “bro country” in “Girl in a Country Song,” Rae Sremmurd, Tove Lo, FKA Twigs, Chris Stapleton, Shawn Mendes, Tinashe, Halsey, X Ambassadors, George Ezra, Vance Joy, Thomas Rhett, Kelsea Ballerini, Logic, Travis Scott and Robert Delong. Walk the Moon and Twenty One Pilots both had breakout successes this year, but did they first achieve prominence this year or were they already prominent? Expect a lively debate on that question at the annual Grammy screening meeting. Pentatonix, whose smash Christmas album falls into this eligibility year, won’t be eligible because the members won a Grammy last year for Best Arrangement, Instrumental or A Cappella for “Daft Punk.” Rachel Platten and Charlie Puth would have been very strong contenders, but their albums didn’t make the Sept. 30 deadline. Puth’s debut album, Nine Track Mind, is due Nov. 6. Platten’s first post-”Fight Song” album has yet to be scheduled. My five picks are Meghan Trainor, Sam Hunt, Leon Bridges, Tori Kelly and Elle King.• Paul Grein has been tracking the Grammys since the “Bad Blood” on the Grammy ballot was by Neil Sedaka.
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Post by 14887fan on Sept 30, 2015 13:03:09 GMT -5
I'm thinking BNA will look like this: Fetty Wap Meghan Trainor Sam Hunt Hozier Maddie & Tae If The Weeknd is eligible, he'll take Maddie & Tae's spot. Otherwise, that's how I see it. I want Kacey Musgraves' Pageant Material to sneak into Album of the Year so, so badly. *kicks self* I can't believe I forgot about Tori Kelly. She can take M&T's spot on my list, and she can take the award, too. I hope she walks away with something this year.
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Post by Caviar on Sept 30, 2015 16:19:57 GMT -5
Today's the last day of the eligibility period. Good luck to those who make the ballot.
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Post by Devil Marlena Nylund on Sept 30, 2015 18:19:56 GMT -5
Thanks!
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Post by jenglisbe on Oct 1, 2015 9:31:14 GMT -5
Why would Hozier get in BNA when he hasn't done anything in the past year to show that he will be more than a one-hit wonder? First, you don't need to have a bunch of hits to be a nominee for that... it's for best NEW artist. Obviously they will not have a bunch of hits. Second, he is already more than a one hit wonder. So, get your facts straight. Someone New #2 Triple A (current & rising), #17 Hot AC (current & rising) Other songs have charted on radio including Work Song and From Eden...so bye. If you notice, I stressed "in the past year." That was because it's not as if his one hit is peaking now when voting will take place. "Take Me To Church" got in Song nearly a year ago, and Hozier has barely been a presence since then. I am doubting many voters will see him as more than a potential one-hit wonder. And you may call some of those stats you gave as evidence of a hit, but I do not. Paul Grein said the same thing in his column.
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Post by when the pawn... on Oct 1, 2015 11:51:56 GMT -5
No surprise releases to consider.
Like I've said before, Album of the Year front-runners are clearly Taylor Swift, Kendrick Lamar and The Weeknd. After that, I'm not sure. Bjork, Foo Fighters, D'Angelo, Alabama Shakes, Drake, Mark Ronson and Florence + The Machine are worth considering. It would be lovely for Sleater-Kinney or Tame Impala to factor in but I highly doubt it.
Record and Song of the Year will likely include Taylor Swift (I assume "Blank Space"), Kendrick Lamar ("King Kunta" or "Alright"), The Weeknd (I'm thinking "Can't Feel My Face") and Mark Ronson ("Uptown Funk" with Bruno Mars). I think Ed Sheeran is probably a safe bet for "Thinking Out Loud" as well. The other BIG Hot 100 this year don't seem like general-field contenders ("Trap Queen," "Watch Me," "Cheerleader," "See You Again").
Best New Artist - Fetty Wap, Meghan Trainor, Sam Hunt and Hozier are probably on voters mind. I mentioned before but I hope there is room for FKA Twigs, Courtney Barnett, Father John Misty, or someone of the like to squeeze in for an indie slot (or two). Tori Kelly is possible. Could any other not-new-but-new-enough artists get in? CHVRCHES? Disclosure? Nick Jonas? Walk The Moon? This category always seems much clearer once we know the submissions.
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Post by kmbgs on Oct 1, 2015 21:59:51 GMT -5
The Grammys this year seem to lack an excitement. This was a dull year in music so I shouldn't be surprised I Guess.
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Post by BDGeek on Oct 2, 2015 21:58:52 GMT -5
The Grammys this year seem to lack an excitement. This was a dull year in music so I shouldn't be surprised I Guess. The 2013 Grammys is the last time I can remember being excited both before and during the broadcast. 2012 was such a fun, diverse, quality year for music, but it's pretty much been dullsville since. The only acts I've gotten into this year have been Lana, Kacey Musgraves, Tori Kelly (vocals moreso than album), and Andy Grammer ("Honey I'm Good"). Kendrick was noteworthy. Everything else has been overrated or disappointing.
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Post by anafan on Oct 3, 2015 16:29:25 GMT -5
I agree with Paul that Taylor has AOTY on lock. I am looking forward to the other categories though...
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Post by jenglisbe on Oct 4, 2015 16:40:46 GMT -5
People thought Beyonce had AOTY on lock, too, so you never know.
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Post by 14887fan on Oct 4, 2015 18:35:13 GMT -5
She's brand new and I'm not sure if she's got enough clout built up just yet, but I really hope Cam submits and shoots for a nomination or two for "Burning House". I think it could see a Country Song and Solo Country Vocal nomination. It's just...superb.
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Post by jenglisbe on Oct 4, 2015 19:12:11 GMT -5
She's brand new and I'm not sure if she's got enough clout built up just yet, but I really hope Cam submits and shoots for a nomination or two for "Burning House". I think it could see a Country Song and Solo Country Vocal nomination. It's just...superb. I don't quite get the hype over this song. Don't get me wrong, it's nice to see a female having a country hit, and the song is a nice change from "bro country," but it sounds like a demo.
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Post by 14887fan on Oct 4, 2015 23:45:28 GMT -5
She's brand new and I'm not sure if she's got enough clout built up just yet, but I really hope Cam submits and shoots for a nomination or two for "Burning House". I think it could see a Country Song and Solo Country Vocal nomination. It's just...superb. I don't quite get the hype over this song. Don't get me wrong, it's nice to see a female having a country hit, and the song is a nice change from "bro country," but it sounds like a demo. Nah.
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Post by anafan on Oct 10, 2015 7:59:10 GMT -5
Last year submission lists came out October 16 on Goldderby, so hopefully we will get some news this upcoming week.
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Post by clarksonnumber1 on Oct 10, 2015 11:06:04 GMT -5
Generally speaking good vocalists win in the Pop category. With Kelly being a superior vocalist over Goulding and Swift, does HBS have a shot at winning?
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Post by anafan on Oct 10, 2015 11:31:38 GMT -5
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Post by jenglisbe on Oct 10, 2015 12:42:56 GMT -5
Generally speaking good vocalists win in the Pop category. With Kelly being a superior vocalist over Goulding and Swift, does HBS have a shot at winning? I doubt Kelly even gets nominated. Her song wasn't nearly as big as contenders like The Weeknd, Meghan Trainor, Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, Rachel Platten, Jason DeRulo, Ellie Goulding, and Justin Bieber.
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Post by M&TSwiftie on Oct 13, 2015 13:57:12 GMT -5
Generally speaking good vocalists win in the Pop category. With Kelly being a superior vocalist over Goulding and Swift, does HBS have a shot at winning? no not Hbs since it stalled but her chances are for best pop vocal album and album of the year for the album of piece by piece. Despite underperformance Critics love this album and voters love Kelly so her chances for a nom are at odds tho
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Post by anafan on Oct 13, 2015 19:30:05 GMT -5
BTW, there's a thread on Goldderby that has been created asking for submission requests by someone who will be getting info soon. For anyone wanting to know about a particular act: www.goldderby.com/forum/topics/view/12697
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Post by 14887fan on Oct 14, 2015 10:41:34 GMT -5
Confirmed performers: Adam Levine, Alicia Keys, Carrie Underwood, Garth Brooks, John Legend, Tony Bennett, and Usher
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Post by Caviar on Oct 14, 2015 12:47:45 GMT -5
None of those performers will do him justice. I'd love to see Sam Smith though.
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Post by carrieidol1 on Oct 14, 2015 12:54:01 GMT -5
None of those performers will do him justice. I'd love to see Sam Smith though. We'll see about that... Tony Bennett??? I'm very excited for this show, I love his music and I love pretty much all the confirmed performers so far. I'm anxious to see how they interpret his songs. I'd LOVE if they added Patti Labelle whose live version of "The House I Live In" still remains one of the best live performances in modern history.
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