Saturday, December 21, 2024

Grammy Awards 2025 Nominations: Beyoncé Tops the List; Indian Musicians Shine

The nominees for the 67th Grammy Awards have been revealed, showcasing talent across 94 categories. Leading the pack is Beyoncé, who received 11 nominations in major categories, adding to her record of 32 Grammy wins. Her nominations include prestigious categories such as Record of the Year, Album of the Year, and Song of the Year.

Notable Indian Connections

Indian musician Ricky Kej secured his fourth Grammy nomination, while renowned sitar player Anoushka Shankar also earned a spot on the list, highlighting India’s representation at this year’s awards.

Female Artists Dominate

Alongside Beyoncé, notable nominees include Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish, Chappell Roan, and Sabrina Carpenter, each competing in top categories like Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Album of the Year.

Key Contenders

Charli XCX, Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar, and Post Malone each garnered seven nominations, while Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter, and Chappell Roan received six nominations each.

Major Categories Overview

Song of the Year:

  • Beyoncé: “Texas Hold ‘Em”
  • Billie Eilish: “Birds of a Feather”
  • Kendrick Lamar: “Not Like Us”
  • Taylor Swift and Post Malone: “Fortnite”

Record of the Year:

  • The Beatles: “Now and Then”
  • Beyoncé: “Texas Hold ‘Em”
  • Billie Eilish: “Birds of a Feather”
  • Taylor Swift and Post Malone: “Fortnite”

Album of the Year:

  • Beyoncé: Cowboy Carter
  • Billie Eilish: Hit Me Hard and Soft
  • Taylor Swift: The Tortured Poets Department

Best New Age, Ambient, or Chant Album:

  • Anoushka Shankar: Chapter II: How Dark It Is Before Dawn
  • Ricky Kej: Break of Dawn

The complete list of nominees brings anticipation for an exciting awards night filled with talent and international flair.

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