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Mariah Carey’s expansive career was honored at the MusiCares Person of the Year Gala during Grammy weekend, with a cross-genre lineup including Jennifer Hudson, Taylor Momsen, the Foo Fighters, Kesha, John Legend and more, plus a surprise Stevie Wonder appearance; Carey accepted the award amid tributes praising her songwriting and influence, ending with a communal performance of All I Want for Christmas Is You.
Taylor Swift, at 36, is among the Songwriters Hall of Fame’s youngest inductees, and Billboard lists eight writers who were 42 or younger at induction, with Stevie Wonder (32) the youngest ever, followed by Jimmy Webb, Paul Simon, Bob Dylan, Marvin Hamlisch, Bernie Taupin, and Swift. The piece notes Swift as the youngest woman ever inducted and mentions potential future Johnny Mercer Award eligibility.
Stevie Wonder humorously addressed rumors that he is not truly blind during a concert, affirming his blindness since shortly after birth and highlighting his positive perspective on life and seeing the world through the spirit.
Stevie Wonder publicly confirmed that he has been blind since shortly after birth, dismissing rumors that he can see, and expressed that his blindness has been a gift that allows him to perceive the world through the spirit and imagination, which has contributed to his musical genius.
Beyoncé won the Innovator Award at the iHeartRadio Music Awards and revealed that Stevie Wonder played harmonica on her cover of "Jolene" from her new album "Cowboy Carter." She thanked Wonder for his influence and spoke about the challenges of being an innovator in the music industry. The album features collaborations with artists like Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, Miley Cyrus, and Post Malone, and was inspired by her 2016 CMA performance with the Chicks.
Beyoncé was honored with the iHeartRadio Innovator Award at the iHeartRadio Music Awards, presented to her by Stevie Wonder. She expressed gratitude for the recognition and delivered a powerful speech about the challenges of innovation and the importance of embracing art without preconceived notions. Beyoncé dedicated the award to fellow innovators and thanked her team, husband, and children for their support.
Beyoncé accepted the Innovator Award at the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards, dedicating it to her musical inspirations and emphasizing the importance of innovation in the face of criticism. She thanked Stevie Wonder for his influence and collaboration, and expressed gratitude for the recognition. Her new album, Cowboy Carter, features collaborations with various artists and has been in the making for over five years. Despite initial plans to release it earlier, Beyoncé trusted in divine timing and the album's lead single, "Texas Hold 'Em," made history by reaching No. 1 on both the Hot Country Songs chart and the Billboard Hot 100.
Beyoncé revealed at the iHeartRadio Music Awards that Stevie Wonder played harmonica on her cover of Dolly Parton’s “Jolene” from her new album “Cowboy Carter,” thanking him for inspiring her and making a way for all artists. She also emphasized the importance of innovation in her speech, dedicating the award to innovators and pioneers in the music industry. The album, released in March, features collaborations with various artists including Miley Cyrus, Post Malone, and Willie Nelson.
The 2024 GRAMMYs featured a star-studded tribute to late music icons, including performances honoring Tina Turner, Tony Bennett, Jimmy Buffett, Sinead O'Connor, Burt Bacharach, Clarence Avant, and more. Additionally, Miley Cyrus won Record of the Year for "Flowers," Taylor Swift made history with her fourth Album of the Year win, Burna Boy delivered a vibrant Afro-fusion performance, and Victoria Monét was awarded Best New Artist.
The 2024 Grammys featured a heartfelt In Memoriam segment with live performances by Stevie Wonder, Annie Lennox, Jon Batiste, and Fantasia Barrino, paying tribute to late artists such as Sinéad O’Connor, Tina Turner, Jimmy Buffett, and many others who passed away in 2023.
The annual Clive Davis Pre-Grammy Gala featured performances by Green Day, Ice Spice, and Jelly Roll, as well as appearances by stars like Meryl Streep and Tom Hanks. The event also honored music executive Jon Platt and concluded with a powerful performance by Gladys Knight, Dionne Warwick, and Stevie Wonder advocating for love and peace.
The Recording Academy honored Mariah Carey and Lenny Kravitz at the Black Music Collective Ceremony, with Stevie Wonder and other iconic artists paying tribute to the honorees. Kravitz and Carey both shared heartfelt stories of their musical journeys, with performances and speeches from fellow artists like H.E.R., George Clinton, Quavo, Busta Rhymes, and Babyface. The event marked the third Black Music Collective dinner, celebrating Black representation in the music industry, and Carey emphasized the importance of authenticity and diversity in music.
Shaquille O'Neal has resurfaced a clip of Lady Gaga blowing a kiss to Stevie Wonder at the 2015 Grammy Awards, questioning if the blind singer can actually see. The edited clip shows Wonder blowing a kiss back, leading fans to speculate about his vision. However, the original clip reveals that Wonder's companion informed him about the kiss. Shaq has a history of joking about Wonder's blindness and previously shared a funny encounter they had in the same apartment building.
The Rolling Stones have released a new gospel-inspired track called "Sweet Sounds Of Heaven" featuring Lady Gaga and Stevie Wonder. The song is the second release off their upcoming album "Hackney Diamonds," their first album of original material in 18 years. Lady Gaga's vocals were added during an impromptu recording session with Mick Jagger and the band. The album is described as an eclectic mix of love songs, ballads, classic rock, and a little bit of anger.
The Rolling Stones collaborate with Stevie Wonder and Lady Gaga on their upcoming album, Hackney Diamonds, with the release of the gospel-inspired single "Sweet Sounds of Heaven." Wonder plays piano, Fender Rhodes, and Moog bass, while Gaga joins Mick Jagger on vocals. The song pays tribute to the late Charlie Watts and features a free-flowing soul journey. The album also includes appearances by Paul McCartney, Elton John, and Bill Wyman, reuniting the Some Girls lineup.