LL Cool J To Host The Grammys In 2016
Once again, LL Cool J is set to host the Grammys. The rapper-turned-actor is at it again, as this will be his fifth time hosting the awards show, proving that the Grammys aren’t going to fix anything that isn’t broken.
According to E! CBS released a statement about bringing LL Cool J back on board for the night’s ceremony.
.@llcoolj will once again act as master of ceremonies for the 58th annual GRAMMYs. https://t.co/LgFSxwEtgc pic.twitter.com/eQrauEqu1S
— WPGC 95.5 (@WPGC) December 16, 2015
In a statement, Neil Portnow, the CEO of the Recording Academy, said the following about LL Cool J’s return.
“We are delighted to welcome back the very talented LL Cool J as our host for the 58th Grammys. His unique expertise, both as a Grammy-winning recording artist and accomplished actor, allows him to connect with both his musical peers and the fans at home, and his dynamic personality and charismatic energy set the perfect tone for our show.”
LL Cool J, who will take to the stage once again on February 15 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, said in a statement, “The performances and moments that take place on the Grammy stage are awesome in so many ways for the audience and artists alike. I’m honored once again to host Music’s Biggest Night as we celebrate the talented music creators of today. It’s going to be an incredible night and I’m excited to share this experience with the world.”
LL Cool J to host the 2016 Grammys: https://t.co/n7wKBzd2ba pic.twitter.com/mUR4MBMzIE
— E! Online (@eonline) December 16, 2015
As the Inquisitr reported, there were many surprises and snubs made by the Recording Academy when the nominations were announced on December 7. While the Grammys finally gave rapper Kendrick Lamar his due with the most nominations (11 in total), there were plenty of polarizing moments that happened during the announcement of the nominations.
One of the most surprising snubs was Fetty Wap, who dominated the charts but didn’t even receive a Best New Artist nomination. As for pop acts, there were plenty who were feeling the sting of the nominations. Lana Del Rey’s album Honeymoon failed to receive a single nomination despite being pretty popular once it was released. Carly Rae Jepsen, who made a pretty catchy pop album, was also left off the list.
One person who wasn’t letting go of the snub was R&B act Omarion for his song with Chris Brown and Jhene Aiko. The hit song “Post To Be” climbed urban and pop charts but failed to receive a nomination. Omarion sent out several tweets about being left off the list and got into a few fights with people responding to him on Twitter.
“Post to be” is one of the greatest R&B collaborations ever. CB, Jhene, & myself been in the game 10+.
— OMARION (@1Omarion) December 7, 2015
Even though people act like its easy to make a hit (& it’s not). As an artist you look forward to being acknowledged by the game.
— OMARION (@1Omarion) December 7, 2015
The odds have always been against me. I constantly prove you wrong. I’ll consistently do great things & you will have to celebrate me.
— OMARION (@1Omarion) December 7, 2015
This isn’t a “im upset” (post to be) rant. This is a- ok so that wasn’t good enough. I’ll be back. Have my Grammy’s ready.
— OMARION (@1Omarion) December 7, 2015
Despite some snubs, the Grammy nominations also brought out some positive responses from those that were nominated. Legendary crooner Tony Bennett received another nomination for his work with Bill Charlap.
“We put all our love for jazz and the songs of Jerome Kern — that are such a testament to the Great American Songbook — into this recording. It is always an honor to be nominated for a Grammy.”
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