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05.01.2022 / 23:17
Grammys postpone ceremony, citing omicron variant risks
health and safety experts, the artist community and our many partners.”“Given the uncertainty surrounding the omicron variant, holding the show on January 31st simply contains too many risks,” the Recording Academy said in a statement.The move was announced around the same time the Sundance Film Festival canceled its in-person programming set to begin on Jan. 20 and shifted to an online format.The multitalented Jon Batiste is the leading nominee for this year's honors, grabbing 11 nods in a variety of genres including R&B, jazz, American roots music, classical and music video.Justin Bieber, Doja Cat and H.E.R.