Eight albums and five singles will enter Grammy Hall of Fame this year, including ” Supernatural »De Santana and works by Cat Stevens and Emmylou Harris.
This year, Recording Academy will bring eight albums and five singles to the Grammy Hall of Fame. Among these albums are Reasonable Doubt of Jay-Z, Supernatural from Santana, Wrecking Ball from Emmylou Harris and Tea for the tillerman from Cat Stevens.
The Grammy Hall of Fame will also enthron #1 record Big Star, JD Crowe & The New Southfrom the eponymous group, Never Too Much of Luther Vandross and Zombie From Fela Kuti & Africa 70. Among the singles, we find ” Color Him Father “By Linda Martell,” Conggosa “From Gloria Estefan & Miami Sound Machine,” How I Got Over “By Clara Ward,” Knock on Wood “By Eddie Floyd and” Last Kind Words Blues From Geeshie Wiley.
“” It is a privilege to recognize these eclectic recordings as the new members of the Grammy Hall of Famesaid Harvey Mason Jr, President of Recording Academy, in a statement. Music has the unique power to shape culture and mark moments over time. Each inducted recording reflects this spirit, and we are delighted to celebrate these striking works, ensuring that their inheritance continues to inspire the generations to come. »»
Michael Sticka, director of Grammy Museum, added: ” The Grammy Hall of Fame serves as a vital bridge between the past and the present of music, honoring the recordings that have left a lasting brand in our cultural landscape. We are proud to preserve and share these influential works during the annual Gammy Hall of Fame gala this spring. »»
The Grammy Hall of Fame was created by the administrators of Recording Academy in 1973. It currently has 1,165 inducted recordings, including the 13 new titles. To be eligible, works must present qualitative or historical importance and be at least 25 years old. They are selected each year by a special committee of professionals from all branches of registration arts, with final ratification by the National Recording Academy Board of Directors.
The winners will be celebrated during the Grammy Hall of Fame gala organized by the Grammy Museum and the Recording Academy on May 16 at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles. The gala will also pay tribute to the REPUBLIC Records label, honored this year, with artists who will be announced on a later date.
