LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Taylor Swift made a triumphant return to the Grammy Awards, taking home the coveted album of the year award for her album “Midnights.” This win marked her fourth album of the year triumph, solidifying her position as the artist with the most wins in this category.
In addition to the album of the year, Swift also clinched the best pop vocal album award and surprised fans by announcing the release of her next album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” scheduled for April 19. Meanwhile, SZA, who had garnered the most nominations this year with a total of nine nods, secured a win for best R&B song early in the program.
The star-studded event, hosted by comedian Trevor Noah, was held at Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena, airing live on CBS and streaming on Paramount+. The ceremony saw a record number of nominations and an array of stunning performances by top artists.
The winners’ list featured a diverse mix of talents, including Miley Cyrus, Karol G, Lainey Wilson, and SZA, who all walked away with prestigious awards in their respective categories. Notably, Tyla secured the inaugural Grammy for best African music performance with her song “Water,” marking a historic moment for the newly introduced category.
Several surprises and emotional moments also unfolded during the ceremony, including a moving performance by 80-year-old folk music legend Joni Mitchell, marking her first appearance at the Grammys since recovering from a 2015 brain aneurysm.
The star-studded event also saw awards bestowed to film soundtracks, with “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” taking home accolades for best compilation soundtrack for visual media and best score soundtrack for visual media, respectively.
For a complete list of winners and nominees, visit the official Grammy Awards website. Regardless of who took home the awards, the 2024 Grammy Awards showcased the immense talent and artistry of the music industry, leaving a lasting impact on music history.