This year’s Grammy Awards will include a historic segment celebrating hip hop’s 50th anniversary in 2023, organizers have announced.
This segment, introduced by LL Cool J, will showcase the genre’s rich history and continue its global influence with performances from many industry heavyweights.
Included in the bill are Run DMC, Public Enemy, Grandmaster Flash, Mary J Blige, De La Soul, Missy Elliot, Queen Latifah, as well as Salt N Peppa and Spinderella.
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Oscar-winning musician Questlove will serve as music producer and director, and music will be provided by The Roots.
Other acts that will perform in the segment include Big Boi, Busta Rhymes with Spliff Star, DJ Drama, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Future, GloRilla, Ice-T, Lil Baby, Lil Wayne and Nelly.
“For five decades, hip hop has not only been a defining force in music, but has also had a major influence on our culture,” said Harvey Mason Jr, executive director of the Recording Academy.
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The segment will be introduced by rapper LL Cool J (Doug Peters/PA)
The segment will be introduced by rapper LL Cool J (Doug Peters/PA)
“Its contributions to art, fashion, sport, politics and society cannot be overstated. I’m so proud that we honored it in such a spectacular way on the Grammy stage.
“This is just the beginning of our year-long celebration of this essential music genre.”
The 65th Annual Grammy Awards will be broadcast live from Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on February 5 from 1am UK time.
The event will be hosted by former The Daily Show host Trevor Noah.
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