The Grammy Awards may take place on Sunday, February 2, but Universal Music Group’s slate of traditional Grammy Week events will not take place.
The world’s largest music rights holder announced cancellations in the past hour “All our GRAMMY-related events” 2025, including the year Grammy After Party.
UMG’s annual gala was also canceled “Artist Showcase” — Traditionally hosted by the UMG boss Sir Lucian Grange — Music industry luminaries are invited to enjoy exclusive live performances from UMG-affiliated talent.
universal said it would cancel these events during this year’s Grammy Week in order to “Redirect resources that should be used for these events to help those affected by the epidemic. [Los Angeles] wildfire.
MBW understands the move will involve Donate to UMG Donate to organizations providing relief to those in need in Los Angeles.
UMG has noticed social media Over the past few days it has been working with American Red Cross, California Community Foundation, Cal Fire Foundation, Defy: Disaster, Direct Relief, Los Angeles Area Food Bank, MusiCares Relief Fund, etc.
Continue to confirm the cancellation of the event, UMG Adding: “Our deepest gratitude goes to the first responders and first responders who continue to perform heroic acts.
“Los Angeles is home to many of us. We are committed to Help and support The music community, our artists, our team and Angelenos Get through this horrific scene.
This announcement comes from universal Could be controversial by around 2025 Grammy The ceremony itself.
Earlier today (January 13), the Recording Academy stated that the 2025 edition of the show on February 2 at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles would “go on as planned.”
In a joint letter to members of the Recording Academy, the Recording Academy and MusiCares CEO Harvey Mason Jr. and Tammy Hurt, “In close coordination with local authorities to ensure public safety and the responsible use of regional resources, the 67th Annual Grammy Awards, televised on CBS on February 2, will proceed as planned,” the board chairman said.
“However, this year’s show will bring a new sense of purpose: Raise more funds to support bushfire relief efforts and Honoring first responders for their bravery and dedication They risk their lives to protect ours.
“In challenging times, music has the unparalleled power to heal, comfort and unite. The Grammy Awards will not only celebrate the artistry and achievements of our music community, but also serve as a platform to amplify the spirit of resilience that defines it great city los angeles”.
more than 50 Universal Music Group employees have lost their homes or been displaced by wildfires.
The figure was revealed in a recent letter Sir Lucian Grange In a message to employees, the executive confirmed that he had canceled an upcoming European business meeting to stay in Los Angeles to coordinate relief efforts.
“As a Pacific Palisades “I have been a resident for 15 years and have deep sympathy for how many of you are feeling and how this has disrupted your and your families’ lives,” Grainge wrote.
“Yet, amidst all this uncertainty, we must continue to work together to serve artists and songwriters around the world.”
beside UMGOther music companies are also rallying in response to the wildfires.
live country Announcement of a concert titled “Charity Concert” fire rescuewill be held on January 30 at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, Los Angeles. AEG presents and Azov family Also participating in the show, artist to be announced.
at the same time, recording academy, The organizers of the Grammy Awards have partnered with music care promise 1 million US dollars.
Beyonce’s Begood Foundation Pledged donation $2.5 million Help families who have lost their homes. A portion of the fund will also be donated to churches and community centers. beyoncé’s mother Tina Knowles was one of those who lost their homes in the wildfires.
this Warner Music Group/Blavatnik Family Foundation Social Justice Fund also announced preliminary 1 million US dollars Donate to Los Angeles Fire Rescue efforts. The fund said it will make donations to key organizations that support the Los Angeles community, local first responders and the music industry.
also, Guitar Center Also stepped in to help musicians who lost instruments and equipment in the Los Angeles wildfires.
Other 2025 Grammy Week events canceled so far due to wildfires include milk and honey Popular annual “awards season” party.
Three wildfires are still burning in the Los Angeles area; the largest, the Palisades Fire, is only 14% contained.
Nearly 100,000 people remain under evacuation orders, and thousands of properties have been damaged or destroyed.global music business
