John Mellencamp and Conan Grey will carry out on the Recording Academy and Grammy Museum’s 2025 Grammy Corridor Of Fame Gala as a part of a tribute to this 12 months’s label honoree, Republic Data. The Gala will happen on Friday, Might 16 at The Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles.
The music trade’s most profitable label of the previous decade, Republic has earned Billboard’s Scorching 100 Label of the Yr 10 of the previous 11 years amongst numerous different accolades.
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Monte Lipman, Chairman and CEO of Republic Data, mentioned: “We are forever grateful for the incredible artists, songwriters, and storytellers that we’ve had the privilege of supporting over the years. Anytime you’re recognized by your peers, it’s always a humbling moment—and in this case, the significance of this award is truly exceptional.”
Beforehand introduced performers embrace celebrated percussionist and spouse of Carlos Santana, Cindy Blackman; soul legend Eddie Floyd; 13-time Grammy winner and Lifetime Achievement Award honoree Emmylou Harris, joined by multi-Grammy Award-winning producer Daniel Lanois and acclaimed multi-Grammy Award-winning jazz drummer Brian Blade for a uncommon collaboration; drummer of iconic power-pop band Huge Star, Jody Stephens; multi-Grammy Award-winning composer and bandleader Jon Batiste; powerhouse vocalist and Grammy-winner Ledisi; Grammy-winning actor and singer Leslie Odom Jr.; and guitar virtuoso Orianthi.
Earlier this month, it was introduced that Batiste will obtain the inaugural Ray Charles “Architect Of Sound” Award on the forthcoming Grammy Corridor of Fame Gala. The award is a partnership with The Ray Charles Basis.
Per a press release from the Grammys, the Ray Charles Award is supposed to honor a musician “whose influence echoes across generations. This award celebrates those who, like Charles, transcend genre, redefine creativity, and leave an indelible mark on music and culture. Whether through innovation in sound, groundbreaking artistry, or an unwavering commitment to musical excellence, the recipient embodies the pioneering spirit of one of music’s greatest architects.”
In his personal assertion, Batiste shared: “Ray Charles is a beacon for me, a blueprint. He is a singular example of musical genius, artistic freedom and craft of the highest level that will continue to inspire humanity for generations and stand the test of time. I am honored to receive this award. It is vitally important to me to carry on our cultural legacy of true artistic greatness and lead the way for generations to come.”
The award will likely be introduced in the course of the gala on the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles on Might 16. CBS Information’ Anthony Mason returns to host the present this 12 months. The annual ceremony celebrates the 2025 Grammy Corridor Of Fame inducted recordings—this 12 months, they embrace tracks by Jay-Z, Santana, Cat Stevens / Yusuf, Huge Star, Clara Ward, Eddie Floyd, Emmylou Harris, Fela Kuti & Afrika 70, Geeshie Wiley, Gloria Estefan & Miami Sound Machine, J.D. Crowe & The New South, Linda Martell, and Luther Vandross.
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