The Town with Matthew Belloni Inside the 2025 Grammys: Beyoncé's Win, Chappell’s Speech, and Kendrick’s Sweep
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Feb 4, 2025 
Lucas Shaw, a Bloomberg reporter specializing in media and entertainment, joins to reflect on the 2025 Grammy Awards. They delve into Beyoncé's stunning win and Chappell Roan's heartfelt speech advocating for better treatment of artists by record labels. Kendrick Lamar's impressive night is highlighted, as is Will Smith's surprising return to the stage. The duo also discusses the competitive dynamics of music labels and how the Grammys are evolving to attract younger audiences, making for an insightful recap of the evening's highs and lows.
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Grammy Seating Shenanigans
- Lucas Shaw and Matt Belloni recount their Grammy seating arrangement.
- Shaw jokingly expresses mock embarrassment at sitting next to Belloni.
Recording Academy Wins
- The Recording Academy made smart choices at the 2025 Grammys.
- They recognized both established and emerging artists, balancing popular appeal with artistic merit.
Kendrick's Diss Track Victory
- Kendrick Lamar's Grammy wins for Song and Record of the Year are a triumph.
- This is especially significant given Drake's ongoing lawsuit and disdain for the Grammys.