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The Town with Matthew Belloni
Inside the 2025 Grammys: Beyoncé's Win, Chappell’s Speech, and Kendrick’s Sweep
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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- Beyoncé's long-awaited Album of the Year win at the 2025 Grammys marked a pivotal moment in her prolific career.
- Chappell Roan's heartfelt speech underscored the pressing need for better treatment and compensation for artists within the music industry.
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