The tribute will honour Quincy Jones’ extraordinary legacy following his passing in November at the age of 91. Executive producer Raj Kapoor shared just how monumental Jones’ impact has been on the industry.
The ceremony’s in-memoriam segment will also pay tribute to Los Angeles wildfire victims. (Photo Credits: X)
The 67th Annual Grammy Awards is set to deliver a homage to music legend Quincy Jones, with none other than Stevie Wonder and Janelle Monáe leading the charge. Joining them for this special in-memoriam tribute will be an all-star lineup, including Cynthia Erivo, Herbie Hancock, Lainey Wilson and more surprise guests yet to be revealed. The tribute, months in the making, will honour Jones’ extraordinary legacy following his passing in November at the age of 91. Executive producer Raj Kapoor shared just how monumental Jones’ impact has been on the industry.
“The entire Grammys could have actually been Quincy Jones,” Kapoor said. “The wealth of work, the wealth of genres, the amount of music that he has touched, he really is the dude,” Kapoor told Rolling Stone. He also hinted at the emotional weight of the tribute, saying, “We’ve been working on creating something really special. We’ve had so many artists that have wanted to participate. I think it’s going to be one of the definitive performances of the show, [showing] how much love we have for him as a music community.”
That’s not the only heartfelt moment planned for the night. The ceremony will also reportedly feature additional in-memorian segments and a powerful tribute to Los Angeles in the wake of the devastating wildfires that have rocked the city. A lineup of incredible artists, including Brad Paisley, Brittany Howard, Chris Martin, Jacob Collier, John Legend, Sheryl Crow and St Vincent, will take the stage to celebrate the resilience of the City of Angels.
“When we decided to move forward, it was like, how do we shine a positive light on the city of Los Angeles? Thousands of people depend on this show in Los Angeles, including the thousands of crew that actually work on this show. And then also the wider economic impact that the show has,” Kapoor explained.
The Grammys will take time to recognise the city’s enduring spirit, with a special film segment and a show-opening moment dedicated to highlighting local small businesses affected by the fires.
“Los Angeles has actually been quite incredible in the past few weeks. I think we have a stronger sense of community than we have had for a very long time. There’s a film piece that is going to honour Los Angeles. I think the opening of the show is definitely going to touch on our love for Los Angeles,” Kapoor added.
With a star-studded lineup already confirmed, including Shakira, Billie Eilish, Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter, Charlie XCX, Benson Boone, Raye, Doechii and Teddy Swims, this year’s Grammy Awards promises filled with music, emotion and celebration of both icons and the communities that shape them.
