2014 Grammys

The 2014 Grammys air tomorrow night. Typically, I am not a big fan of the awards, as I tend to believe they highlight music that is mass produced and (to be completely honest) boring, instead of awarding talent and artistry. This, of course, is a broad generalization, as this year's nominees include several artists that are deserving of the accolade and recognition.

 Among my favorite nominees are:

 Lorde (pretty much nominated in every category it seems)

"Royals" was without a doubt one of the most played songs of 2013, and for good reason.  It has all of the elements of a classic pop song:  simple, catchy, lyrical.  It is impossible not to sing along.

 Kacey Musgraves (Best New Artist, Best Country Song, Best Country Album)

"Merry Go Round" is one of the best country songs to come out in recent years, especially when you consider some of the other songs to be nominated in the Best Country Song category. 

"Mama's hooked on Mary Kay.  Brother's hooked on Mary Jane.  Daddy's hooked on Mary two doors down."  Such a well-crafted line.  

 
Cecile McLorin Salvant (Best Jazz Vocal Album)

Cecile won the prestigious Thelonious Monk Vocal Competition in 2010 and has been emerging as an exciting new artist ever since.  Her voice will blow you away!