The show was broadcast live by CBS at p. Rapper LL Cool J hosted the show for the fourth consecutive time. The Grammy nominations were open for recordings released between October 1, , and September 30, Breaking from tradition of a prime-time concert approach, the Grammy nominees were announced during an all-day event on December 5, , starting with initial announcements on the CBS This Morning telecast, followed by updates made through The Grammys' official Twitter account.
Beck 's album Morning Phase was named Album of the Year. In all, 83 Grammy Awards were presented, one more than in Not all Grammys were presented during the live telecast. As in previous years, most awards were handed out during the so-called pre-telecast ceremony , held at the Nokia Theater next to the Staples Center, which takes place during the afternoon before the main show. From on, this ceremony has been known as the Premiere Ceremony.
During the ceremony, United States President Barack Obama delivered a pre-recorded message in which he spoke about domestic violence against women. His message was followed by a plea from domestic violence advocate Brooke Axtell and singer Katy Perry performing her ballad " By the Grace of God " as a dedication to the victims of the crime.
Record of the Year. Album of the Year. Song of the Year. Best New Artist. Best Pop Solo Performance. Best Pop Vocal Album. Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album. Best Dance Recording. Best Rock Performance. Best Metal Performance. Best Rock Song. Best Rock Album. Best Alternative Music Album. Best Urban Contemporary Album. Best Rap Performance. Best Rap Song. Best Rap Album. Best Country Solo Performance.
Best Country Song. Best Country Album. Best New Age Album. Best Improvised Jazz Solo. Best Jazz Vocal Album. Best Jazz Instrumental Album. Best Large Jazz Ensemble Album. Best Latin Jazz Album. Best Gospel Album. Best Contemporary Christian Music Album. Best Roots Gospel Album. Best Latin Pop Album. Best Tropical Latin Album. Best American Roots Performance. Best American Roots Song. Best Americana Album. Best Bluegrass Album.
