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Miley Cyrus Leaves Dad Billy Ray Out of Grammys Record of the Year Speech on February 5, 2024 at 5:07 am Us Weekly

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February 5, 2024

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Eight artists were nominated for Record of the Year at the 2024 Grammy Awards on Sunday, February 4, but only Miley Cyrus walked away a winner — and seemingly snubbed a family member during her speech.

Miley, 31, thanked her “mommy” Tish Cyrus, her sister Brandi Cryus and her “love” Maxx Morando, while taking home the award for her song “Flowers.” Fans were quick to notice that her dad, Billy Ray Cyrus, was not mentioned. In the past year, Miley appeared to be more supportive of her mom’s relationship with Dominic Purcell rather than Billy Ray’s marriage to Firerose, who is 27 years his junior. While Miley, Brandi and Trace Cyrus were at Tish and Purcell’s nuptials, their siblings Noah Cyrus and Braison Cyrus did not attend.

“Thank you all so much. This award is amazing. But I really hope that it does not change anything. Because my life was beautiful yesterday,” she said while on stage, giving special shout-outs to the song’s cowriters and producers, Thomas “Kid Harpoon” Hull, Michael Pollack, Brian Rajaratnam and Mark “Spike” Stent.

“Not everyone in the world will get a Grammy, but everyone in this world is spectacular. So please don’t think that this is important — Even though it’s very important, right, guys?” she added. “We are very excited. I want to thank everyone who is standing on the stage.”

Miley concluded with: “I don’t think I forgot anyone, but I might have forgotten underwear. Bye.”

List of 2024 Grammy Awards Nominees and Winners

The singer — who won Best Pop Solo Performance earlier in the night — competed against Jon Batiste’s “Worship,” Boygenius’ “Not Strong Enough,” Billie Eilish’s “What Was I Made For?,” Victoria Monét’s “On My Mama,” Olivia Rodrigo’s “Vampire,” Taylor Swift’s “Anti-Hero” and SZA’s “Kill Bill” in the category.

The singer competed against Jon Batiste’s “Worship,” Boygenius’ “Not Strong Enough,” Billie Eilish’s “What Was I Made For?,” Victoria Monét’s “On My Mama,” Olivia Rodrigo’s “Vampire,” Taylor Swift’s “Anti-Hero” and SZA’s “Kill Bill” in the category.

Some of the tracks nominated for Record of the Year were also up for Song of the Year, including Miley’s “Flowers,” Eilish’s “What Was I Made For?,” Rodrigo’s “Vampire,” Swift’s “Anti-Hero” and SZA’s “Kill Bill.” Although the two categories often overlap, they recognize different achievements — Record of the Year honors the artists, producers and engineers who contribute to a specific recording, while Song of the Year celebrates the songwriters who compose a song.

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Overall, SZA earned the most nods for the 66th annual ceremony, with nine. Phoebe Bridgers (one-third of the group Boygenius) and Monét followed with seven nominations each. Swift, Eilish, Rodrigo, Miley and Batiste trailed with six each.

After the nominations were announced in November 2023, Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. weighed in on the artists who were recognized.

“It’s really spectacular,” Mason Jr. told Billboard of SZA’s nods. “She obviously had a banner year. Extremely, hyper-creative project. She’s extremely talented. The music really resonated with our voters. I’m excited for her.”

Mason Jr. also pointed to Monét breaking into the top categories as a relatively unknown artist.

“She’s extremely talented. She will be somebody who will come out of this with a whole new audience. That is what is cool about it,” he said. “Sometimes the Academy celebrates these artists that no one knows about. I believe that to be a really cool feature of these awards and this process. People are going to learn about a great new artist and maybe even discover their favorite new artist.”

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For the 2024 awards show, the Recording Academy narrowed the field of Record of the Year nominees from 10 to eight. Mason Jr. “supported” the move as the organization tried to find the right number of nominees, but he hesitated to discover which songs finished at No. 9 and No. 10 in the voting process, eliminating them from the category.

“I don’t want to torture myself,” he noted with a laugh. “I would be so frustrated [if they were records that would have been good to have.]”

Eight artists were nominated for Record of the Year at the 2024 Grammy Awards on Sunday, February 4, but only Miley Cyrus walked away a winner — and seemingly snubbed a family member during her speech. Miley, 31, thanked her “mommy” Tish Cyrus, her sister Brandi Cryus and her “love” Maxx Morando, while taking home

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The Rising Trend of Immigrant-Driven Police Car Destruction

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February 4, 2025

Bolanle Media Staff

Recent events have highlighted a concerning trend of police vehicle damage and theft during immigration-related protests. On February 3, 2025, a demonstration against federal immigration policies in Arizona’s West Valley turned violent, resulting in significant property damage and a brazen act of police vehicle theft.

Escalation of Protests

The protest, which began peacefully, escalated as the crowd grew to approximately 1,000 people. By 7:30 PM, demonstrators had taken over the intersection of 67th Avenue and Camelback Road, setting off fireworks and engaging in unruly behavior. As the situation deteriorated, some protesters began throwing rocks, concrete chunks, and glass bottles at officers.

Police Vehicle Theft and Damage

In a shocking turn of events, one protester managed to steal a police patrol vehicle. According to a Glendale Police spokesperson, the suspect “jumped into one of our patrol vehicles and drove it a short distance before it was quickly recovered”. This incident underscores the heightened tensions and bold actions taken by some demonstrators.

The damage was not limited to this single act of theft. Five marked patrol vehicles sustained significant damage, including:

Broken windows
Slashed tires
Body and hood dents

Wider Impact and Response

The unrest spread beyond law enforcement targets. Multiple civilian vehicles and area businesses also suffered damage, and a large storage container behind a business complex was set on fire. To regain control of the situation, authorities deployed chemical agents around 10:15 PM to disperse what they termed an “unlawful assembly”.

Context of Immigration Tensions

This incident occurs against the backdrop of heightened immigration enforcement efforts by the Trump administration. Recent directives have led to an aggressive increase in arrests by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), with officials aiming to detain 1,200 to 1,500 individuals daily. This policy shift has sparked protests in multiple cities across the United States, including Los Angeles, Houston, and Atlanta.

Conclusion

The theft and destruction of police vehicles during immigration protests represent a troubling escalation in civil unrest. While the majority of demonstrators express their views peacefully, these incidents highlight the potential for violence and property damage when tensions run high. Law enforcement agencies and community leaders face the challenge of balancing public safety with the right to protest as the debate over immigration policies continues to intensify.

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Beyoncé Rewrites Grammy History

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1 day ago

February 4, 2025

Bolanle Media Staff

Historic Achievements

First Black woman to win Album of the Year in the 21st century
First Black woman to win a country music award since the Pointer Sisters in 1974, winning Best Country Album for Cowboy Carter

Emotional Moment
During her Album of the Year acceptance speech, Beyoncé was initially frozen in place until her daughter Blue Ivy nudged her to approach the stage. She dedicated the award to Linda Martell, the pioneering Black country artist, saying, “I hope we keep pushing forward and opening doors.”

By the Numbers

35-time Grammy Award winner
Nominated for 11 awards this year
Won three awards total, tying with Charli XCX

Notable Quotes
“I just feel very full and very honored. It’s been many, many years,” Beyoncé said, thanking the Grammys, songwriters, collaborators, and producers. She also specifically acknowledged the Los Angeles firefighters who were present at the ceremony.

The win was particularly emotional, with fellow artists like Lady Gaga and Billie Eilish visibly moved by her historic achievement.

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Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’ Dominates 2025 Grammys

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1 day ago

February 4, 2025

Bolanle Media Staff

Kendrick Lamar dominated the 67th Grammy Awards, held on February 2, 2025, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The rapper swept all five categories he was nominated in, including the prestigious Song of the Year and Record of the Year awards for his track “Not Like Us”.

“Not Like Us,” a diss track aimed at Drake, became the de facto song of 2024 when it was released in May, topping the Billboard singles charts. The song’s success at the Grammys further solidified Lamar’s position in his long-standing rivalry with Drake, with the track winning awards for Best Rap Song, Best Rap Performance, and Best Music Video during the Premiere Ceremony.

Lamar’s acceptance speeches were notable for their focus on Los Angeles and its recovery efforts. During his acceptance for Record of the Year, he acknowledged various neighborhoods in Los Angeles and emphasized the ongoing wildfire recovery efforts. This aligned with the Grammy’s overall theme this year, which included raising funds for wildfire relief in the Los Angeles area.

The rapper’s victories come at a significant time in his career. Having released his album “GNX” in November, Lamar is now set to headline the Super Bowl halftime show next week. His Grammy success has further elevated his status in the hip-hop community and the music industry at large.

Lamar’s wins were not without controversy, however. The track “Not Like Us” is currently involved in a legal dispute initiated by Drake against Universal Music Group. Drake alleges that the label, which represents both him and Lamar, jeopardized his career by promoting the song.

Despite the controversy, Lamar’s clean sweep at the Grammys has cemented his place as one of the most influential and successful artists in contemporary music. His ability to combine critical acclaim with commercial success and cultural impact was on full display at this year’s ceremony.