Music

• The 65^th annual GRAMMY awards are in the books
• The night's big winners was Beyonce, bringing home four awards, for a total of 32 in her lifetime, which makes her the record-holder for most GRAMMYs
• Harry Styles won Album of the Year for “Harry’s House”
• Lizzo took home the award for Record of the Year, while Samara Joy brought home the award for Best New Artist
• Click here for a complete rundown of last night’s show

• The high cost to see Bruce Springsteen perform has driven a fan magazine to close its doors.
• “Backstreets,” a 43-year-old “fanzine,” has cited unaffordable tickets as a reason its readers have lost interest.
• In response, The Boss himself hasn’t done more than shrugged, saying “if there’s any complaints” fans can get refunds.
• Source: Deadline

• YES recently announced that they have joined the growing number of bands who have sold their catalog.
• And now keyboardist Rick Wakemen is hitting the road with a US tour.
• Wakemen plans to bounce around the country in March and April, with a set that includes YES music and his solo material.
• Source: RTT News

• English rockers New Order have followed up a new release with a tour announcement.
• Right after releasing a box set of their album “Low Life,” the Brit rockers are coming to the US.
• So far, four March dates have been released- all in Texas and Louisiana.
• Source: RTT News

• After a distinguished career, late rocker Warren Zevon is finally nominated for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
• But it took a little help to get there- specifically from legend Billy Joel.
• The “Piano Man” star wrote a letter to the Hall petitioning for Zevon’s name to appear on the ballot.
• Source: Ultimate Classic Rock

• Linda Ronstadt has put a halt to all the excitement surrounding her recent reemergence.
• The “Blue Bayou” singer is back on fans’ radar following her song “Long Long Time” on an ep of “The Last Of Us.”
• But the singer is quick to tell us she won’t see a financial benefit because she sold her catalog in 2021.
• Source: Billboard

• Love Rocks NYC Benefit Concert kicks off March 9th
• The newly announced roster includes James Taylor, John Mayer Trio, St. Vincent, Sheryl Crow, & more
• The benefit concert is for “God’s Love We Deliver”, which is a nonprofit food delivery charity
• Source: RTT News

• Lily Collins celebrated her dad’s bday on Instagram
• Lily’s dad is Phil Collins, who is 72 now
• Lily called Phil a “constant inspiration” and “constant legend”
• Source: Page 6

• Linda Rondstadt’s “Long, Long Time” streams have surged over 4,900%
• This is due to her song being used in the newest episode of “The Last Of Us”
• This is similar to what happened with Kate Bush & “Stranger Things”
• “Long, Long Time” was originally released in 1970 & spent 12 weeks on the Billboard Top 100
• Source: Gizmodo

• Elton John kicked off his "Farewell Yellow Brick Road" Tour in 2018
• The tour is now the highest grossing tour ever
• The tour sold over 5.3 million tickets, and grossed over $817.9 million
• Source: Billboard

• For 24 years, the NFL has hosted a gospel concert - the Super Bowl Soulful Celebration - prior to the big game
• Friday, it was announced the concert this year would be led by R&B legend Patti LaBelle and gospel singer Israel Houghton
• The event, which takes place February 8 in Mesa, Arizona, will also honor Philadelphia QB Jalen Hurts for his charitable works in the community
• Source: UPI

The Bottom Line:

• The GRAMMYs are saluting rock legends The Beach Boys with a special star-studded tribute concert
• The event will feature a stars from many genres of music who recognize the genius and influence of the band, and will include performances by John Legend, Lady A, Pentatonix, Weezer, My Morning Jacket, Michael McDonald, Beck, Charlie Puth, LeeAnn Rimes, Fall Out Boy and many more
• "A GRAMMY Salute to the Beach Boys" will air on the CBS Television Network and will be available live and on demand on Paramount+ at a later date
• Source: GRAMMY.com

• Luke Bryan wrapped up his “Crash My Playa” music fest with special guest Lionel Richie
• The pair sang a bunch Richie hits, from "Brick House" to "All Night Long”
• Bryan said singing with Richie was a “bucket list moment”
• Source: CMT

• Madonna has scrapped her upcoming biopic
• The music icon was set to direct the film as well
• The biopic is apparently still on the singer's list of things to do, but she is now focusing on a new tour
• Source: Variety

• Babyface was shocked when he found out he'd be performing at the Super Bowl - and admits he's going to be nervous
• The NFL announced yesterday the R&B legend would perform "America The Beautiful" before the big game February 12
• Along with Face, Sheryl Lee Ralph will perform "Lift Every Voice and Sing", and Chris Stapleton will be singing the Star Spangled Banner
• Source: Pitchfork

• David Crosby has died.
• The influential rocker was key in forming two major bands.
• Crosby retired from touring last year.
• Source: Variety

• The Songwriter's Hall Of Fame announced their 2023 inductees yesterday
• Honored: Gloria Estefan, Sade Adu, Snoop Dogg, Glen Ballard, Teddy Riley, Jeff Lynne and Liz Rose
• The star-studded ceremony will be held June 15 at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City
• Source: Songwriters Hall Of Fame

• Dolly Parton is pulling in major talent to join her new album.
• The beloved singer recently disclosed new A-list musicians that will sing with her.
• And this may not be the last big news from Parton’s new album.
• Source: Ultimate Classic Rock

• George Michael’s estate has not endorsed a movie about his life.
• Recently rumors have swirled about Theo James being attached to the film.
• But Michael’s family says they know nothing and don’t endorse anything.
• Source: NME

• Andy Taylor isn’t letting cancer stop him from living.
• The Duran Duran rocker gained a new outlook on life.
• While Taylor missed his Hall of Fame induction, he has other plans.
• Sources: Ultimate Classic Rock