2025 Grammy Awards Proceed Amid Wildfires

The 67th Grammy Awards are set to proceed as planned on February 2 at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, despite the ongoing wildfires that have claimed at least 24 lives and caused significant destruction. The Recording Academy and MusiCares announced that the ceremony will focus on raising funds for wildfire relief efforts and honoring first responders. They have already distributed over $2 million in emergency aid to support affected music professionals. In light of the crisis, they also launched a Los Angeles Fire Relief Effort with an initial $1 million donation. The Grammy Awards will serve as a platform to amplify resilience and community spirit during these challenging times. Universal Music Group has canceled its Grammy-related events to redirect those resources towards wildfire relief.