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10 2022 Grammy Nominees to Put on Your Playlist

Originally scheduled for January 31, the Grammy Awards will now be held on April 4. Ahead of this year's ceremony, check out these must-listen to artists.

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For their 64th annual show, the Grammy's have a stellar list of nominations. Due to COVID-19 the awards show has been postponed until April of this year. While we anxiously wait to find out who the winners of this year's Grammys are, L'OFFICIEL rounds up 10 Grammy-nominated artists to add to your music rotation. 

Silk Sonic

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Leave the Door Open - Silk Sonic

Nominated for Record of the Year, Song of the Year, Best R&B Performance, and Best R&B Song, Silk Sonic are taking the Grammys by storm. A collaborative group by Bruno Mars and Anderson Paak, Silk Sonic are putting a modern spin on '60s and '70s R&B. The group gained traction for their first single, "Leave the Door Open," at the beginning of 2021. Since then, the group has released a full lenght album titled "An Evening With Silk Sonic." For a sultry soul inspired group to put you in a dancing mood, Silk Sonic's the group for you. 

Finneas

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The Kids Are All Dying - Finneas

Known for his producing work on some of pop's biggest albums, and brother to pop star Billie Eilish, Finneas is making his own name in the industry. Nominated for Best New Artist, and having production credits on Happier than Ever by Eilish and Justice by Justin Bieber, Finneas is bringing satirical and melancholic messages to pop music. He talks about social and political issues in his music, through songs like "The Kids Are All Dying," but talks about love and other traditional pop themes in songs like "Claudia." For a new take on pop music, check out L'OFFICIEL Hommes star Finneas

Norah Jones

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Come Away With Me - Norah Jones

American singer Norah Jones has been commanding the folk/pop music scene for 20 years. For this year's Grammys, Jones is nominated for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album, alongside the likes of Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga and Dolly Parton. Although Jones has been around for quite sometime, her latest Christmas album put her name back in pop culture. For a soft sounding, classic American folk musician, Jones is a must-listen. 

Snoh Aalegra

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Lost You - Snoh Aalegra

For the perfect Friday night jams to play while you're getting ready to go out, Snoh Aalegra has you covered. Gaining popularity for her songs "I Want You Around" and "Fool For You," Aalegra makes music for those sad days, but also for a party vibe. Nominated for Best R&B Album and Best R&B Performance, Aalegra is definitely an artist to put on your radar. 

Jon Batiste

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FREEDOM -Jon Batiste

Nominated for 11 different Grammy categories, Jon Batiste is a music mastermind. Mixing R&B, Jazz, and American Roots music, Batiste has a sound like no other. He plays his hand not only composing his own music, but also creating movie scores as well (he won an Oscar for Best Original Score for Soul). To hear the love child of some of music's best generes, check out Batiste. 

Arlo Parks 

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Hope - Arlo Parks

Hailing from the great land of England, Arlo Parks is bringing a soulful sound to the Grammys. Nominated for Best New Artist and Best Alternative Music Album, Parks is combining her poetry with R&B to create her own sound. For an easy-going rainy day vibe, Parks is creating the music for you. 

Olivia Rodrigo

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Good 4 U - Olivia Rodrigo

If you haven't already added Olivia Rodrigo to your playlist, you're late to the party. Gaining popularity from her debut single "Driver's License," Rodrigo's popularity has only continued to grow. Bringing the pop-punk princess back with her album Sour, Rodrigo is nominated for Best Music Video, Record of the Year, Album of the Year, Song of the Year, Best New Artist, Best Pop Solo Performance, and Best Pop Vocal Album. For the perfect mix of heartbreak and hype songs, listen to Rodrigo's debut album Sour

Halsey

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I Am Not A Woman, I'm A God - Halsey

Taking a step in an entirely different direction with her latest album If I Can't Have Love, I Want Power, Halsey is reinventing her sound. Nominated for Best Alternative Music Album, the singer is embracing her alt-rock sound. With the help of Nine Inch Nails members Atticus Ross and Trent Renzor, Halsey discusses her challenges with motherhood, identity struggles, and relationship troubles on her latest project. Check out Halsey and her new sound on If I Can't Have Love, I Want Power. 

Terrace Martin

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This Morning - Terrace Martin ft. Arin Ray & Smino

With a voice that will make you melt, Terrace Martin will become your new heartthrob. Nominated for Best Progressive R&B Album, Martin is combining old school jazz with new wave R&B. Collaborating with rap giants like Kendrick Lamar and Snoop Dogg, and merging those styles with freeform jazz musicians, such as Robert Glasper, Martin is making vibey music for the new generation. Check out Martin's lates album Drones

Tyler Childers

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Lady May - Tyler Childers

Gaining traction on TikTok with his song "Lady May," Tyler Childers is a must add folk artist to your playlist. Nominated for Best Folk Album with Long Violent History, Childers will break your heart and mend it all in one hour. His Kentucky twang is enough to make you swoon, and you'll be picturing life on a big farm in Texas after listening to his music. 

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