The 2025 Grammy Awards are fast approaching, set to take place on Sunday, February 2, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. This year, the Recording Academy is shifting its focus to support wildfire relief efforts in the Los Angeles area, acknowledging the challenges the community has faced.
For those planning to watch the Grammy Awards, the main show will be broadcast live on CBS and available for streaming on Paramount+ starting at 8 p.m. Eastern time. Viewers can also catch the ceremony on various live TV streaming services such as Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, and FuboTV. If you are a Paramount+ subscriber, you can stream the Grammys the following day.
Fans eager to see the fashion and celebrities on the red carpet can enjoy a three-hour pre-show streamed by the Associated Press on platforms like YouTube.
Among the nominees, artist Beyoncé leads the pack with an impressive 11 nominations, marking a total of 99 nominations throughout her career, making her the most nominated artist in Grammy history. Following her are Post Malone, Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar, and Charli XCX, each with seven nominations. Taylor Swift, along with newcomers Sabrina Carpenter and Chappell Roan, has secured six nominations.
Despite the ongoing wildfire crisis, the Grammy Awards will proceed as planned, this year emphasizing a mission to raise funds for relief efforts and honor the first responders who bravely protect communities. The Recording Academy’s leadership expressed that the event will not only celebrate musical achievements but also serve as an uplifting platform for resilience.
To further their commitment, the Recording Academy and MusiCares have already initiated the Los Angeles Fire Relief Effort with a generous $1 million contribution, with additional funds bringing their total to $2 million in emergency aid.
In response to the wildfires, major labels like Universal Music Group and BMG have canceled their Grammy parties and are redirecting those resources to support wildfire relief. Warner Music Group has also joined this initiative, pledging $1 million to help with fire relief and rebuilding efforts.
Lastly, MusiCares continues its tradition of recognizing industry leaders by hosting the Persons of the Year gala a few days before the Grammys, which will include special appeals for wildfire relief donations.
These efforts underscore the music industry’s solidarity and compassion during tough times, showcasing how music can unite and uplift communities in the face of adversity.
