“I know what it feels like to be on that stage, and I’m going to bring that vibe and energy,” Alicia Keys said in a press release.
The 2019 Grammy Awards are set for February 10, but the stars are already aligning in anticipation of the year’s biggest musical gala.
Rhythm and blues singer Alicia Keys has been tabbed the Grammy Awards host this year, giving all-around talent and former host James Corden of The Late Show with James Corde n a break from his hosting duties the past two years.
Keys, who will be 38 on January 25, brings five Grammy Award-wins and mainstream popularity to the emcee job. The awards take place at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. CBS will broadcast the show.
“I know what it feels like to be on that stage, and I’m going to bring that vibe and energy,” Keys said in a press release, as Pitchfork reported . “I’m so excited to be the master of ceremonies on the biggest night in music and celebrate the creativity, power, and magic. I’m especially excited for all the incredible women nominated this year! It’s going ‘UP’ on February 10!”
Keys’ ‘UP!” motif refers to her excitement in scoring the job and not a reference to the Hollywood women’s empowerment moniker, “Time’s Up,” clarified a Grammy spokesperson.
