Los Angeles: In a much-anticipated revelation, the Recording Academy has disclosed the first trio of musical luminaries set to dazzle the audience at the 66th annual Grammy Awards in 2024. The reigning queens of contemporary music, Billie Eilish, Dua Lipa, and Olivia Rodrigo, stand poised as the inaugural performers for the prestigious event. Organizers have confirmed that these three chart-topping superstars will grace the Crypto.com Arena stage on February 4, promising an unforgettable spectacle. The announcement unfolded during the AFC wild-card game between the Buffalo Bills and Pittsburgh Steelers on Monday, January 15.
Grammys 2024 Premier Performers Lineup Unveiled:
Be it Eilish’s enchanting vocals weaving a mesmerizing spell, Lipa’s dynamic prowess commanding the dance floor, or Rodrigo’s unfiltered lyrical confessions tugging at heartstrings, one thing is certain: this initial lineup guarantees a Grammy show infused with electrifying energy. Notably, these three musical powerhouses collectively boast an impressive tally of 13 Grammy awards, triumphing in pivotal categories such as Best New Artist and Best Pop Vocal Album.
For the uninitiated, both Olivia and Billie emerge as front-runners with six Grammy nominations each. Solána Imani Rowe, known as SZA, leads the nomination list with a total of 9 nods, while Victoria Monét, Phoebe Bridgers, and Serban Ghenea are in contention with 7 nominations each.
Billie Eilish’s Grammy Nominations for 2024:
Billie Eilish’s breakout sensation, “What Was I Made For?” from the film “Barbie”, has made a resounding impact at the 2024 Grammys, securing an astounding six nominations. Five of these nominations, including the coveted Record and Song of the Year categories, acknowledge the song’s profound influence on the music landscape. Additionally, Eilish’s powerful collaboration with Labrinth, “Never Felt So Alone”, from the acclaimed series “Euphoria”, is recognized in the Best Pop Duo/Group Performance category, following her earlier triumph at the Golden Globe Awards for “What Was I Made For?”
Olivia Rodrigo’s Grammy Nominations for 2024:
American singer-songwriter Olivia Rodrigo is a six-time Grammy Award nominee this year. Her nominations span diverse categories, encompassing Album of the Year (for her second album “Guts”), Record of the Year (“Vampire”), Song of the Year (“Vampire”), Best Pop Vocal Album (“Guts”), Best Pop Solo Performance (“Vampire”), and Best Rock Song (“Ballad of a Homeschooled Girl”).
Grammys 2024 Host:
Making a fourth consecutive appearance as the host is Trevor Noah, not only presiding over the Grammys but also standing as a nominee himself this year. He has earned a nomination in the Best Comedy Album category for “I Wish You Would”.
When and Where to Watch Grammys 2024:
The Grammy Awards return to the crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on February 4 at 8:00 p.m. PT. Tune in to the live broadcast on the CBS Television Network or stream it on Paramount+.
