The Recording Academy has released its first slate of scheduled performers for the 65th Grammy Awards. Artists to make the cut for the big show include Lizzo, Mary J. Blige, Brandi Carlile, Steve Lacy, and Sam Smith. Additional names are expected to be announced in the coming days. The ceremony, which will take place at Los Angeles' Crypto.com Arena on February 5, is set to be hosted by comedian and former The Daily Show host Trevor Noah.
Spotify Spotlights LGBTQ+
Spotify is shining a bigger light on LGBTQ+ creatives with its new platform called 'GLOW.' The streaming giant said it wants to elevate voices from the community as they continue to make more strides in the mainstream music landscape. Part of the new campaign will feature 11 LBGTQ+ performers on billboards across the U.S. to help them reach wider audiences. Sam Smith, Arlo Parks, and Tove Lo are among prominent artists who have been tapped to help boost the new platform.
Science Declares Most Handsome Man
Bridgerton star Regé-Jean Page has been declared the world's most handsome man — according to science? Cosmetic surgeon Dr. Julian De Silva came to the conclusion by using the Greek golden ratio of beauty, Phi, and facial mapping techniques to make the determination. The facial symmetry ratio was used by Leonardo Da Vinci to make subjects more aesthetically pleasing in his art. Chris Hemsworth, Michael B. Jordan, and Harry Styles were runners-up.
After over 50 years of record-breaking global tours, it is the end of the road for one of rock and roll's most influential bands, Kiss. The legendary Gene Simmons spoke with Cheddar News to reflect on his career and how Kiss became a staple of American culture.
Lenny Rosenberg and Adaeze Nwanonyiri, owners of Bea's Bakery, joined Cheddar News to show people how to take the creation of gingerbread houses to the next level.
Wendy's announced it's bringing back its Frosty key tags for promotion, which gives customers a whole year's worth of Frosties for just $3, with proceeds going to children in foster care.
Julie Boardman, co-founder of The Museum of Broadway, joined Cheddar News to discuss the
history of theater in New York City, showed some of the gallery exhibits and gave a behind-the-scenes tour of how some of the shows are produced.
Dania Diaz, managing director of Roc Nation and one of the founding members of its United Justice Coalition, joined Cheddar News to discuss how the organization helps to address violence in Black and Brown communities and what they expect to talk about at an upcoming summit.
