The 2020 Grammy award nominations are here and the coveted category Song of the Year has some surprising additions and omissions. Song of the Year differs from Record of the Year as this is a category that not only recognizes the contributions musical artists made on their records but includes songwriters as well. Song of the Year is truly a songwriters’ award and though there are specific songwriting awards given by category, the general Song of the Year can be viewed as the best songwriter across all genres. Read More...
Sheila E. is a renowned percussionist, singer, and actress. She has a net worth of $4 million as of 2024, according to CelebrityNetWorth. Her dynamic career in the music industry, marked by collaborations with legendary artists and her own solo success, has significantly contributed to her wealth and lasting influence. Sheila Escovedo, known professionally as Sheila E., was born in Oakland, California on December 12, 1957. She grew up in a musical family, with her father, Pete Escovedo, a well-known percussionist. Read More...
The year is far from over, but that doesn't mean music hasn't left a mark on 2016. Dancehall influences had a moment, thanks to Rihanna and Drake, breakout hip-hop stars gained major traction and collaborations with DJs and EDM acts resulted in catchy hits. Scroll down to see—and listen to—the biggest songs of the year.
"Formation" by Beyoncé
This was arguably the year of Beyoncé, with the release of her momentous visual album Lemonade, resulting world tour and the several extraordinary awards show performances that ensued. Read More...