42nd Annual Grammy Awards, The (2000) TV Special

The 42nd Annual Grammy Awards were held on February 23, 2000 at Staples Center, Los Angeles. Santana was the main recipient with eight Grammys, tying Michael Jackson's record for most awards won in a single night.

The green Versace dress of Jennifer Lopez was the subject of much media attention following the awards. Christina Aguilera became the second youngest artist to win a Grammy Award at 19 years and 2 months old. She is also the youngest Latina to win a Grammy.

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42nd Annual Grammy Awards, The (2000) TV Special
Host: Rosie O'Donnell

Grammy's Greatest Performances (1999) (TV)

Opening Narration: For 29 years it's been music's biggest night. Careers have been made, achievements celebrated and through it all there have been the greatest performances. Tonight at the end of the century, Grammy looks back on it's highest and most memorable moments. From number 10 to number 1, we'll track the all time highlights of Grammy's past and look at it's future. Tonight, the recording academy proudly presents; Grammy's Greatest Performances, hosted by Natalie Cole and Whitney Houston. 

This is excellent front to back and another great example of a buried treasure. No listings or information anywhere short of the Library of Congress and it's an incredible record. The Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin has 2 entries on the final list, including the top spot. She's #8 for 'Nessum Dorma' in 1998 and #1 for a stellar 1990 performance of her signature hit, "Respect", and it is THE definitive live version. Long live the Queen!

Grammy's Greatest Performances (1999) (TV)

Hosts: Natalie Cole, Whitney Houston

27th Annual Grammy Awards, The (1985) (TV)

From Los Angeles, hosted by John Denver on the evening of February 26, 1985.



 
Talent on hand includes; Debbie Allen, Laurie Anderson, Philip Bailey, Leonard Bernstein, Kim Carnes, James Cleveland, Andraé Crouch, Ray Davies, Rick Dees, Thomas Dolby, Sheila E., Lee Greenwood, Sammy Hagar, Jermaine Jackson, Howard Jones, Chaka Khan, B.B. King, Julian Lennon, Huey Lewis, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Kenny Loggins, Henry Mancini, Melle Mel, Julia Migenes, Joni Mitchell, Anne Murray, Randy Newman, Jeffrey Osborne, Nia Peeples, Prince, Lionel Richie, Diana Ross, Dee Snider, Roebuck 'Pops' Staples, Andy Summers, Tina Turner, Dionne Warwick, Andy Williams, Deniece Williams, and Stevie Wonder, among others.

13 Great Live Performances by Cyndi Lauper, Tina Turner, Huey Lewis, Kenny Loggins, Stevie Wonder, Andraé Crouch, Amy Grant and more.

The 27th Annual Grammy Awards (1985) (TV)
Host: John Denver