Language can be intuitive, starting somewhere in your gut before transfiguring into speech. Effective communication, however, is more complex. Feelings sometimes encompass more than words can offer, making for crossed wires and missed connections. Kelela Mizanekristos, the R&B visionary who performs under the name Kelela, is aware of her gifts …
Read More »Seriously, Why Can't Beyoncé Win Album of the Year?
After three Album of the Year snubs in a row for three epochal Beyoncé albums, it’s hard not to wonder: What, precisely, is going on with Grammy voters? In the new episode of our Rolling Stone Music Now podcast, Brittany Spanos and Rob Sheffield join host Brian Hiatt to discuss …
Read More »Beyoncé Fans Are the Latest to Be Fleeced by Huge Ticket Fees
As Beyoncé fans anxiously waited online looking to secure tickets to Queen Bey’s upcoming Renaissance tour, the high price of ticket fees is once again a groan-inducing discussion among ticket-buyers as they have no choice but to swallow the hefty added costs if they want to see her show. Some …
Read More »'We Need More Voting Members Like Us': Beyoncé Collaborator GuiltyBeatz on the Superstar's Grammy Snub
Even if you don’t know Ronald Banful’s name, you know his work. As GuiltyBeatz, the Ghanaian DJ and producer has had a hand in some of the most vital music of the past few years: He was an essential collaborator on Tems’ If Orange Was a Place and several Beyoncé …
Read More »From the Grammys to the Hiking Trails: Beyoncé Drops New Ivy Park Capsule Off the Heels of Awards Wins
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. Stepping off the red carpet and into the great outdoors, Queen Bey wants you to hit the trails with the latest capsule drop of her IVY PARK x …
Read More »Beyoncé Was Late to the Grammys Because She… Got Stuck in Traffic
Beyoncé can do no wrongs, yes. But when you’re about to beat a Grammy record… shouldn’t you call your Uber a tad early? We’ll let it slide, Bey! During Sunday’s Grammys telecast, Beyoncé tied the record for most Grammy nominations — and wasn’t there (yet) to accept her award for …
Read More »Beyoncé Breaks Grammy Record for Most Wins in History
Beyoncé is now the most decorated Grammy winner in the awards show history with 32 wins. Before even getting to the Big Four categories, Queen Bey broke the record, previously held by Georg Solti, as she won the award for Best Dance/Electronic Album for Renaissance. Related: Where to Find Beyonce …
Read More »Bonnie Raitt Unexpectedly Wins Song of the Year for 'Just Like That' at Grammys 2023
Bonnie Raitt took home the award for Song of the Year for “Just Like That” at the Grammys. “This is just an unreal moment,” Raitt said in her speech. “Thank you for honoring me, the only academy that surrounded me with so much support and appreciates the art of songwriting …
Read More »Lizzo Shouts Out Beyoncé During Her Record of the Year Win: 'You're 'the Artist of Our Lives'
First “About Damn Time” took over TikTok; now the viral hit is officially the 2023 Record of the Year. Lizzo accepted the award for her hit single on Sunday, dedicating her win to Prince, whom she worked with before his death. She pointed out how she has dedicated her career …
Read More »Harry Styles Wins Album of the Year in Jaw-Dropping Grammy Upset
The Grammys shocked everyone — including Harry Styles himself — by naming Harry’s House the Album of the Year. Styles appeared a little stunned as he walked onstage and accepted his trophy, which was presented to him by an elderly super fan, who had shared her excitement for Styles earlier …
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