Brandy Clark Launches GRAMMYs 2024 Week with Live Show at Craft Celebration

On January 31, the Recording Academy greeted the new year with a significant inaugural event, the Celebration of Craft. This marked the first time the organization's craft divisions joined forces to organize a unique event, and Leslie Ann Jones, a seasoned industry professional, took center stage receiving honors. Inaugurating the week leading up to the GRAMMYs, Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Brandy Clark graced the event with an acoustic performance that set the tone for the festivities to come.

Brandy Clark's Acoustic Delight

While specifics of Brandy Clark's performance are not widely available, the Recording Academy did share some snapshots of Clark performing on stage. The Academy expressed its enthusiasm with a caption that celebrated the kick-off, stating a performance by Brandy Clark is a 'wonderful way to start our ‘Celebration of Craft’ event.'

GRAMMY Anticipation for Brandy Clark

With six nominations, Brandy Clark has high hopes for the upcoming GRAMMY awards on February 4. Her album Shucked (Original Broadway Cast Recording) is in contention for Musical Theater Album of the Year, while her self-titled album has brought in several other nominations. These include Americana Album of the Year, as well as nods for her song 'Buried' in categories such as Country Song of the Year and Country Solo Performance of the Year. Clark's collaboration with Brandi Carlisle on 'Dear Insecurity' is also up for awards in the Americana and American Roots categories.

Prior to this year, Clark has been nominated eight times for a Grammy but has yet to claim one. This year could be the turning point for the talented artist.

Behind the Scenes with Leslie Ann Jones

The Celebration of Craft showcased Leslie Ann Jones's impressive 40-year career as a sound engineer and record producer. As a pioneer, Jones has an esteemed profile being the first woman chairing the Recording Academy's Board of Trustees, and she's recognized for her contributions across various mediums including TV, films, and video games, not to mention her classical music production.

Over the years, she has had the privilege of collaborating with iconic musicians such as Herbie Hancock and Santana, earning her seven Grammy awards for her technical proficiency and innovation.

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