André 3000 will not be able to attend the Grammy Awards awards ceremony on Sunday evening, the Outkast member announced on Saturday.
The artist announced in an Instagram post downloaded on Saturday morning that he unfortunately could not attend, but that “some of the New blue sun Musicians, friends and supporters will be present. André 3000, whose real name is André Lauren Benjamin, is in place for the album of the year, the best alternative jazz album and the best instrumental composition for New blue sun. The release of the New Age Jazz is the first solo album of the Outkast member.
“Our album was designed and recorded in Los Angeles with Spirit of Opendness and Creative Collaboration,” said André 3000 in the post. “We hope that the Los Angeles rebound is fast and renewed. Congratulations to all recognized musicians and collaborators. Continue to play. “”
Billie Eilish, Charli XCX, Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan, Shakira, Bruno Mars, Lady Gaga, Benson Boone, Doechii, Raye, Shaboozey and Teddy Swims were announced as performers during this year’s grammys, who will collect funds to support this year’s wild relief efforts at the
“The next Grammy Awards will not only be to celebrate and honor the best of music this year, he will also show how the power of music can help rebuild, raise and support those who need it,” said Declared the CEO of the Harvey Mason Jr. academy said previously in a press release. “We are delighted that so many artists from our community are gathering at the moment to show their support for their colleagues manufacturers of music and other affected by recent forest fires.”
Beyoncé leads the pack of nominees with 11 nominations. Lamar, Charli XCX and Eilish are all in place for seven prizes, with Taylor Swift, Carpenter and Roan near behind with six nominations.
The Grammys 2025 will be broadcast on February 2 of the Crypto.com Arena de Los Angeles. Trevor Noah will welcome the fifth consecutive time. Swift, Will Smith, Anthony Kiedis & Chad Smith, Cardi B, Gloria Estefan, Olivia Rodrigo, Queen Latifah, Sza and Victoria Monet were announced as presenters during the ceremony.