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Post by music89 on Feb 8, 2017 12:08:13 GMT -5
Chance The Rapper, Alicia Keys Lead Prince + George Michael Grammys Tribute
We are still feeling the losses of two great musicians, Prince Rogers Nelson and George Michael. To properly pay its respects, The Recording Academy has just announced tribute plans for the 59th Annual Grammy Awards. With specifics being held close to the chest, The Recording Academy has announced who will be participating. Chance The Rapper, Gary Clark Jr., Daft Punk, Alicia Keys, John Legend, Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak, A Tribe Called Quest, The Weeknd and others will perform all the hits in HD, 5.1 surround sound for audiophile’s enjoyment
“George Michael and Prince were pop icons who showcased rare musical genius and otherworldly charisma,” Neil Portnow, President / CEO of The Recording Academy said in a press release. “While each possessed a distinct style and sound, they were both adored by audiences worldwide. The passings of two such creative innovators were a huge loss for the creative community; The Recording Academy is humbled to pay homage to their tremendous legacies on the Grammy stage.”
The Grammys aim to tell a rich and broad story of the legends we’ve lost, while celebrating the year’s best in music. That challenge of balancing both will be something enticing to witness when the 59th Annual Grammy Awards airs on CBS, Feb. 12 at 8:00 p.m. EST / 5:00 p.m. PST.
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Post by Rican@ on Feb 9, 2017 11:01:52 GMT -5
I'm wondering if we're going to get a single announcement soon? I know she maybe moving on to the next album, but we could at least get one more single.
I'm curious what she is going to perform with the woman, this time around at the Grammy. I take she will do "How Come You Don't Call Me" for Prince Tribute though.
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Post by music89 on Feb 10, 2017 7:11:58 GMT -5
Finally she's promoting this GEM!!!!!
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Post by music89 on Feb 10, 2017 8:37:19 GMT -5
I'm wondering if we're going to get a single announcement soon? I know she maybe moving on to the next album, but we could at least get one more single. I'm curious what she is going to perform with the woman, this time around at the Grammy. I take she will do "How Come You Don't Call Me" for Prince Tribute though. I want at least another single too. And a tour. When she released the album she said the album needed a tour so I don't know if we are really getting a new album soon. I would like a HERE Part 2 tho. Also, since she is performing with Marren Morris i think they will do a mashup Btw I hope the lineup for the Prince tribute is real. How Come You Don't Call Me would be perfect.
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Post by Ling-Ling on Feb 10, 2017 9:40:12 GMT -5
I'd like another single too, she could at least cater to the formats that are going to play her. I don't understand her labels strategy at all.
I'm a little late to the discussion, because I've been playing catch up. But I do agree with a lot of the previous posts, this is probably my favorite album from her since Diary. This is the sound I want from her, I like the grittier beats and that's the lane she belongs in IMO. There are definitely some embarrassing lyrical moments on this (as there always is with her), but the production makes up for it. The only stinkers are "Kill Your Mama" (the production can't overcome those lyrics, so cringe-worthy) and the two boring ballads tacked on the end. And I still wish "In Common" was on here (it would be an amazing closing track after "WDWBN").
One thing I must address on here is the besmirching of "Work On It." #NOPE. One of the best songs on the album and one of the best contenders for a single. It's amazing and classic Alicia.
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Post by doak on Feb 10, 2017 21:49:55 GMT -5
Illusion of Bliss performance 😥
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Post by Rican@ on Feb 11, 2017 0:19:36 GMT -5
Pretty damn great. That what we need to hear from her live. I enjoyed that performance so much.
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Post by Active Aggressive on Feb 11, 2017 0:28:15 GMT -5
One thing I must address on here is the besmirching of "Work On It." #NOPE. One of the best songs on the album and one of the best contenders for a single. It's amazing and classic Alicia. Well, get Biblical on 'em, then! Though, for the record, WOI is my favorite song on the album and I have mentioned my obsession a few times. For example, end of last month: Work on it work on it work on it baby...#BEATDROP.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 11, 2017 0:41:58 GMT -5
There is just too much soul and nuances for the public to truely appreciate the greatness of Alicia in 2017. Unless you dumb your music way down for these hoes they don't catch on or get it.h Illusions of Bliss is just too amazing to even allow these people to ignore.
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Post by music89 on Feb 13, 2017 12:00:05 GMT -5
I was hoping for Pawn It All or Illusion of Bliss :( It was a really good performance Love this pic!!!
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Post by Rican@ on Feb 13, 2017 19:27:22 GMT -5
Definitely enjoyed her performance, it would have been great for her to do her own, but the performance was great. My favorites from last night too. The sound was quite similar to "Illusion of Bliss" that a mash up would have been great to hear from these two.
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Post by SHOOTER on Feb 13, 2017 22:33:43 GMT -5
Great performance! I loved it.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 13, 2017 22:46:09 GMT -5
She sang her ass off!
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Post by music89 on Feb 15, 2017 8:59:22 GMT -5
Alicia and John Legend together
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Post by music89 on Feb 26, 2017 7:49:56 GMT -5
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Post by Rican@ on Feb 26, 2017 11:30:28 GMT -5
I need for her to release "Illusion of Bliss" and while I love me some "Pawn It All", I just love how she performs the former. So raw and so much passion, ugh.
Anyway, in regards of "Waterfalls" cover, Gwen was definitely the highlight in that performance. Alicia sounds like she needed to cough before starting to sing, she was not in any of form of performance voice, unfortunately. Adam and Blake were there, as usual, since the start of the show. Eh.
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Post by music89 on Feb 26, 2017 14:06:51 GMT -5
Even tho Gwen is cool I have never been a fan of her voice/tone. Alicia did great, she just sounded like she had a cold. Overall really cute cover.
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Post by Live Your Life on Mar 7, 2017 11:58:19 GMT -5
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Post by Rican@ on Mar 7, 2017 12:37:28 GMT -5
Success with HERE? Oh ok.
However, I have not been watching The Voice too much, kind of over it; however, I hope Alicia can become a bit more competitive to win this season. I know it is not in her especially not her personality like Black or Adam yet I still want to her to get a win. I don't even know who is on her team, but she needs a country white male singer.
I also wonder if we're getting another single. I think I'm down for "Illusion of Bliss" as the next single, it is basically my go to track on the album now. I want a video.
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Post by Active Aggressive on Mar 7, 2017 13:07:30 GMT -5
However, I have not been watching The Voice too much, kind of over it... Apparently cuz... The best thing about The Voice since Alicia has joined is her flexing her vocal chops randomly for any of those who doubt that she has God-given singing talent. When she tried to get that person to join her team and started belting and singing so soulfully, I was legit floored.
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Post by Rican@ on Mar 7, 2017 14:41:04 GMT -5
However, I have not been watching The Voice too much, kind of over it... Apparently cuz... The best thing about The Voice since Alicia has joined is her flexing her vocal chops randomly for any of those who doubt that she has God-given singing talent. When she tried to get that person to join her team and started belting and singing so soulfully, I was legit floored. LOL Oops. Sad thing is that I read it twice before posting, well then smh
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Post by felipe on Mar 7, 2017 20:27:17 GMT -5
The best thing about The Voice since Alicia has joined is her flexing her vocal chops randomly for any of those who doubt that she has God-given singing talent. When she tried to get that person to join her team and started belting and singing so soulfully, I was legit floored. That moment was truly amazing!
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Post by music89 on Mar 10, 2017 14:49:56 GMT -5
Success with HERE? Oh ok. However, I have not been watching The Voice too much, kind of over it; however, I hope Alicia can become a bit more competitive to win this season. I know it is not in her especially not her personality like Black or Adam yet I still want to her to get a win. I don't even know who is on her team, but she needs a country white male singer. I also wonder if we're getting another single. I think I'm down for "Illusion of Bliss" as the next single, it is basically my go to track on the album now. I want a video. At this point I don't think we're getting a new single/video. Unfortunately. It's a shame cause this album has many gems. Maybe we will get a couple of new performances when The Voice goes live.
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Post by music89 on Mar 10, 2017 14:50:39 GMT -5
Love this song. So beautiful!
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Post by Choco on Mar 12, 2017 13:55:23 GMT -5
She needs to come harder next album. This one was such a non-event. It had some good tracks but there was no smash lead single here to help her.
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Post by Kishi KCM on Mar 13, 2017 9:18:31 GMT -5
She looks so radiant in that Today Show interview. Gorgeous!
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Post by music89 on Mar 14, 2017 4:45:10 GMT -5
She needs to come harder next album. This one was such a non-event. It had some good tracks but there was no smash lead single here to help her. HERE was a non-event cause the promo sucked and they choose the weakest songs to promote it. If they don't change their "strategy" she will flop again.
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Post by music89 on Mar 29, 2017 8:15:58 GMT -5
http://instagram.com/p/BSM4ym9jEir Lenny Kravitz, Alicia Keys and Pharrell are among the latest set of performers and presenters scheduled to appear at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony April 7th at Brooklyn's Barclays Center. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony will air on HBO April 29th at 8 p.m. ET/PT. A special exhibit dedicated to the 2017 class will open at the Rock Hall in Cleveland March 31st.
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