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The 2020 Grammy Awards Didn’t Chase the Dark Clouds Away
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The 2020 Grammy Awards Didn’t Chase the Dark Clouds Away

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 / 27 January 2020

In 2019, a spotlight on queer musicians and fast-paced broadcast made the Grammys have some real cultural relevance. Its 2020 edition, clouded by tragedy, scandal, and bloat, only served to remind us why award shows are so problematic.

What Are You Laughing At?
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What Are You Laughing At?

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 / 5 October 2016
LGBT+ comedians are enjoying enough success to offset the barrage of gay jokes that seek to demean. They have Paul Lynde and Jack "Moms" Mabley to thank.
Deerhoof / Ensemble Dal Niente: Balter-Saunier
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Deerhoof / Ensemble Dal Niente: Balter-Saunier

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 / 17 May 2016
Not one forgettable moment surfaces; not one skippable track presents itself in this era of impatient listeners waiting for the memorable or gut-punching banger.
Blake Shelton: Bringing Back the Sunshine
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Blake Shelton: Bringing Back the Sunshine

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 / 1 October 2014
On Bringing Back the Sunshine, Blake Shelton brings back more of the same.
Guessing the 2014 Grammys
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Guessing the 2014 Grammys

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 / 10 January 2014
Predictions and behind-the-scenes info on who will win the 2014 Grammys in ten major categories.
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Guessing the 2013 Grammys

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 / 1 February 2013
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Rating the Performances at the 54th Annual Grammy Awards

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 / 13 February 2012
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Super Bowl XLVI: Did This Year’s Show Live Up to the Hype?

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 / 6 February 2012
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Miranda Lambert: Four the Record

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 / 2 November 2011
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Blake Shelton: Red River Blue

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 / 22 August 2011
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The Year in Music: December 2010

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 / 13 May 2011