Music

February 13, 2026

2026 Grammy Awards Stage Designers Share Their Vision Behind the Glittery Gramophone Set

This year, the Grammy Awards ceremony gave audiences a lot to talk about, from Bad Bunny’s powerful winning speech to unconventional musical acts like Justin Bieber’s stripped-down performance. Regardless of the specific moment during the event, they all shared a common backdrop: a trophy-inspired set that mixed glam and warmth, embedding the graphic identity of the Grammys into each moment. The stage design for the 2026 Grammy Awards, which took place February 1 at Crypto.

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February 5, 2026

Justin Bieber Bares His Soul for Stripped Down Solo Performance at the Grammy Awards

Embed from Getty Images Justin Bieber has come a long way since appearing on the pop music stage over a decade and a half ago. The Canadian singer has evolved into a brooding musician experimenting with R&B and soul sounds. This transition was in the spotlight at the 2026 Grammy Awards, when Bieber took the stage for a solo performance of “Yukon.

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January 31, 2026

The Story Behind the First Black Performer to Host Her Own TV Show in the U.S.

On July 3, 1950, Hazel Scott became the first Black performer to host her own television show in the United States. Eponymously titled The Hazel Scott Show, the program showcased Scott’s tremendous talent as a pianist, premiering with strong ratings and stellar reviews. But decades before her TV show, Scott had already proven herself a pioneer within the Black music scene and beyond.

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January 23, 2026

Igloofest Montreal 2026: The World’s Coldest Music Festival Turns Up the Heat

For being the world’s coldest music festival, Igloofest Montreal knows how to turn up the heat. Since 2007, the festival has summoned music lovers to Montreal’s Old Port to party under the frigid stars while dancing to hot beats spun by musical acts from around the world. And better yet, you can take part in 2026’s festivities until February 7. So, what’s it like to be at Igloofest?

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