theblackestday Posted February 9 Posted February 9 (edited) Take notes @TheRecordingAcademy … (jk we love Cowboy Carter ) Edited February 9 by theblackestday 1
kimberly Posted February 9 Posted February 9 I myself betrayed Bey and voted for BRAT, so I can't complain in an ideal world real Grammy's would have also given Bey 3 AOTYs already so Cowboy Carter wouldn't have the honor of being her first AOTY. 1
Wonderland Posted February 9 Posted February 9 A great night for Charli And thanks for giving Lorde another 2 Grammys
ATRL Moderator supaspaz Posted February 9 Author ATRL Moderator Posted February 9 5 minutes ago, Wonderland said: It still sends me this made it Dua, you will ALWAYS be a legend 3
Wonderland Posted February 9 Posted February 9 Just now, supaspaz said: I'm honestly shocked you managed to get her off her boat in the French Riviera to perform that Cher tribute. She has spent this whole era sunbathing on it 1
Wonderland Posted February 9 Posted February 9 Just now, Truth Teller said: Insiders predict Jade's debut for AOTY 2026 Thank God we have Gaga to wipe her out next time 1
Flower Posted February 9 Posted February 9 So sorry I couldn't make to present it @supaspaz I felt unwell at work and went took a big nap. I just woke up lmao. I hope people liked my video. I am so happy BRAT won AOTY as it should! 1
ATRL Moderator supaspaz Posted February 9 Author ATRL Moderator Posted February 9 Thank you so much for joining me for the 12th Annual ATRL Grammys! Another year in the casket. This is always a wild ride to produce, so I want to thank everyone who stuck around to support the ceremony. It would not be possible without you! A special shoutout of appreciation to the amazing presenters who actually came through (@wehavetostan, @Flower and @Achilles., you are the best in the business) and to everyone who voted and commented on this thread over the past three months. Congratulations to Charli XCX on her Album of the Year win tonight, further confirmation that 2024 was truly her year. I look forward to seeing you all again next time. Until then, here to play us out is another of the night's big winners. Performing the true song of the year, "Not Like Us," it's Kendrick Lamar! 4 2
Element Of Milk Posted February 9 Posted February 9 A Mockery of Excellence: The Overblown Recognition of Angel of My Dreams When the dust of the 2025 ATRL Grammys settled, we were left not with a celebration of artistry, but with a glaring symbol of mediocrity draped in unwarranted adoration: Angel of My Dreams. Jade's overproduced, soulless anthem somehow emerged triumphant in the Record of the Year and Pop Solo Performance categories, and it's hard to imagine a decision that felt more insulting to genuine music lovers. This win doesn't just tarnish the integrity of the awards—it's an affront to what music should stand for: depth, authenticity, and artistry. First, let's dissect the hollow mess that is Angel of My Dreams. It's not a song; it's a commercialized algorithm, constructed from the soulless pieces of pop music tropes that have long overstayed their welcome. Its overly polished production feels like the auditory equivalent of cheap glitter—eye-catching at first glance but devoid of any real substance. The lyrics, dripping in generic platitudes about love and longing, lack any semblance of originality. The hook, which sounds like it was recycled from a TikTok trend gone stale, is less a testament to Jade's artistry and more a symptom of pop culture's short attention span. And Jade's performance? Let's not confuse breathy vocals and calculated dramatics with genuine talent. Her delivery is as uninspired as the song itself, a robotic rendition that prioritizes aesthetic appeal over emotional resonance. The fact that this is what the ATRL Grammy committee deemed worthy of recognition in a year brimming with true masterpieces is baffling. How did we go from honoring groundbreaking performances to rewarding the lowest common denominator? The real tragedy of Angel of My Dreams winning these awards isn't just its mediocrity—it's the artists it overshadowed. Truly innovative records like [insert examples of more deserving songs] brought new perspectives, raw emotion, and undeniable artistry to the table, only to be snubbed in favor of Jade's saccharine, mass-marketed anthem. These artists, who dared to take risks and push boundaries, are the ones who should have been celebrated. Instead, their contributions were overshadowed by the industry's obsession with shallow, viral-friendly hits. The ATRL Grammys' decision to crown Angel of My Dreams as Record of the Year and Pop Solo Performance reflects a disturbing trend in the music industry. Instead of rewarding risk-taking and creativity, we're celebrating formulaic pop songs engineered for streams and chart success. This isn't just a bad decision—it's a betrayal of what the Grammys are supposed to represent. If this is the standard we're setting, then perhaps the Grammys have finally lost their relevance. Jade's wins are not a victory for music; they're a symptom of an industry that values profitability over artistry. As Angel of My Dreams fades into irrelevance (as all hollow pop songs inevitably do), we'll be left wondering how we let it claim such a prestigious honor. For the sake of music's future, let this be a wake-up call: it's time to demand better. 4
Wonderland Posted February 9 Posted February 9 @Element Of Milk dropping truth bombs on the A(TRL)cademy 1
ATRL Moderator supaspaz Posted February 9 Author ATRL Moderator Posted February 9 4 minutes ago, Element Of Milk said: A Mockery of Excellence: The Overblown Recognition of Angel of My Dreams When the dust of the 2025 ATRL Grammys settled, we were left not with a celebration of artistry, but with a glaring symbol of mediocrity draped in unwarranted adoration: Angel of My Dreams. Jade's overproduced, soulless anthem somehow emerged triumphant in the Record of the Year and Pop Solo Performance categories, and it's hard to imagine a decision that felt more insulting to genuine music lovers. This win doesn't just tarnish the integrity of the awards—it's an affront to what music should stand for: depth, authenticity, and artistry. First, let's dissect the hollow mess that is Angel of My Dreams. It's not a song; it's a commercialized algorithm, constructed from the soulless pieces of pop music tropes that have long overstayed their welcome. Its overly polished production feels like the auditory equivalent of cheap glitter—eye-catching at first glance but devoid of any real substance. The lyrics, dripping in generic platitudes about love and longing, lack any semblance of originality. The hook, which sounds like it was recycled from a TikTok trend gone stale, is less a testament to Jade's artistry and more a symptom of pop culture's short attention span. And Jade's performance? Let's not confuse breathy vocals and calculated dramatics with genuine talent. Her delivery is as uninspired as the song itself, a robotic rendition that prioritizes aesthetic appeal over emotional resonance. The fact that this is what the ATRL Grammy committee deemed worthy of recognition in a year brimming with true masterpieces is baffling. How did we go from honoring groundbreaking performances to rewarding the lowest common denominator? The real tragedy of Angel of My Dreams winning these awards isn't just its mediocrity—it's the artists it overshadowed. Truly innovative records like [insert examples of more deserving songs] brought new perspectives, raw emotion, and undeniable artistry to the table, only to be snubbed in favor of Jade's saccharine, mass-marketed anthem. These artists, who dared to take risks and push boundaries, are the ones who should have been celebrated. Instead, their contributions were overshadowed by the industry's obsession with shallow, viral-friendly hits. The ATRL Grammys' decision to crown Angel of My Dreams as Record of the Year and Pop Solo Performance reflects a disturbing trend in the music industry. Instead of rewarding risk-taking and creativity, we're celebrating formulaic pop songs engineered for streams and chart success. This isn't just a bad decision—it's a betrayal of what the Grammys are supposed to represent. If this is the standard we're setting, then perhaps the Grammys have finally lost their relevance. Jade's wins are not a victory for music; they're a symptom of an industry that values profitability over artistry. As Angel of My Dreams fades into irrelevance (as all hollow pop songs inevitably do), we'll be left wondering how we let it claim such a prestigious honor. For the sake of music's future, let this be a wake-up call: it's time to demand better. I am legitimately crying with laughter right now 1
ATRL Moderator wehavetostan Posted February 9 ATRL Moderator Posted February 9 1 minute ago, supaspaz said: Thank you so much for joining me for the 12th Annual ATRL Grammys! Another year in the casket. This is always a wild ride to produce, so I want to thank everyone who stuck around to support the ceremony. It would not be possible without you! A special shoutout of appreciation to the amazing presenters who actually came through (@wehavetostan, @Flower and @Achilles., you are the best in the business) and to everyone who voted and commented on this thread over the past three months. Congratulations to Charli XCX on her Album of the Year win tonight, further confirmation that 2024 was truly her year. I look forward to seeing you all again next time. Until then, here to play us out is another of the night's big winners. Performing the true song of the year, "Not Like Us," it's Kendrick Lamar! Thank you so much for putting this all together!!!! This is always such a blast and there couldn’t be a better host 1
ATRL Moderator supaspaz Posted February 9 Author ATRL Moderator Posted February 9 3 minutes ago, Reverie said: Omg the stage getting hijacked last minute... Fortunately, the mics had already been turned off! More off than a Heidi Montag concert! 1
Element Of Milk Posted February 9 Posted February 9 Just now, Wonderland said: @Element Of Milk dropping truth bombs on the A(TRL)cademy Thank You <3
Reverie Posted February 9 Posted February 9 Thank you Supa for another fun ATRL Grammys, you have truly been carrying all these events on your back. Bey and Taylor could only dream of your consistent output and quality year after year! If anything you should be our next Lifetime Achievement award recipient 4
ATRL Moderator supaspaz Posted February 9 Author ATRL Moderator Posted February 9 ALBUM OF THE YEAR Brat Charli XCX RECORD OF THE YEAR "Angel of My Dreams" Jade SONG OF THE YEAR "Girl, So Confusing" Charli XCX ft. Lorde Songwriters: Charlotte Aitchison, Alexander Guy Cook and Ella Yelich-O'Connor BEST NEW ARTIST Chappell Roan BEST POP SOLO PERFORMANCE "Angel of My Dreams" Jade BEST POP DUO/GROUP PERFORMANCE "Girl, So Confusing" Charli XCX ft. Lorde BEST POP VOCAL ALBUM Eternal Sunshine Ariana Grande BEST DANCE RECORDING "Von Dutch" Charli XCX BEST ROCK PERFORMANCE "Ya Ya" Beyoncé BEST ROCK SONG "Lonely Is the Muse" Halsey Songwriters: Ashley Frangipane and Stuart Price BEST ROCK ALBUM Romance Fontaines D.C. BEST ALTERNATIVE MUSIC ALBUM Only God Was Above Us Vampire Weekend BEST R&B PERFORMANCE "Nasty" Tinashe BEST R&B SONG "Saturn" SZA Songwriters: Rob Bisel, Cian Ducrot, Carter Lang, Solána Rowe, Jared Solomon and Scott Zhang BEST R&B ALBUM Quantum Baby Tinashe BEST RAP PERFORMANCE "Not Like Us" Kendrick Lamar BEST MELODIC RAP PERFORMANCE "Agora Hills" Doja Cat BEST RAP SONG "Not Like Us" Kendrick Lamar Songwriter: Kendrick Lamar Duckworth BEST RAP ALBUM Alligator Bites Never Heal Doechii BEST COUNTRY SOLO PERFORMANCE "Texas Hold 'Em" Beyoncé BEST COUNTRY DUO/GROUP PERFORMANCE "II Most Wanted" Beyoncé and Miley Cyrus BEST COUNTRY SONG "Deeper Well" Kacey Musgraves Songwriters: Ian Fitchuk, Kacey Musgraves and Daniel Tashian BEST COUNTRY ALBUM Cowboy Carter Beyoncé PRODUCER OF THE YEAR A.G. Cook SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR Raye BEST MUSIC VIDEO "We Can't Be Friends (Wait For Your Love)" Ariana Grande LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD Cher 1 1
ATRL Moderator supaspaz Posted February 9 Author ATRL Moderator Posted February 9 4 wins: Beyoncé Charli XCX 2 wins: A.G. Cook Ariana Grande Jade Kendrick Lamar Lorde Tinashe 1 win: Carter Lang Chappell Roan Cher Cian Ducrot Daniel Tashian Doechii Doja Cat Fontaines D.C. Halsey Ian Fitchuk Jared Solomon Kacey Musgraves Miley Cyrus Raye Rob Bisel Scott Zhang Stuart Price SZA Vampire Weekend
glitch Posted February 9 Posted February 9 1 minute ago, supaspaz said: Scott Zhang Will SZA acknowledge his existence now?
ATRL Moderator supaspaz Posted February 9 Author ATRL Moderator Posted February 9 Very interesting outcome this year. Beyoncé and Charli XCX both went 4/6 to finish as the most awarded artists of the year. Meanwhile, Ariana Grande only won 2 of her leading 8 nominations, and Sabrina Carpenter, who had 7 nominations, was completely blanked. So were Billie Eilish and Dua Lipa, who both had 5 nominations. Chappell Roan went 1/6. It's good to see us spread the love a bit.
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