Album Hits Stores and Digital Retailers on Jan. 20
Gives Fans Two Chances to Win Trips to Attend Music’s Biggest Night®
Press Release: RCA Records and The Recording Academy®‘s GRAMMY Recordings® will release the 2015 GRAMMY® Nominees album on Jan. 20, in stores and via digital retailers. The 21st installment of the best-selling series features 21 top-charting hits from a diverse array of this year’s GRAMMY-nominated artists and songwriters. In conjunction with the album’s release, music fans will have the opportunity to win trips to the 57th or 58th Annual GRAMMY Awards®.
The 2015 GRAMMY® Nominees album includes many of the year’s prominent recordings and performers, highlighted by all of the nominated artists and songs in the high-profile Record Of The Year, Album Of The Year, Song Of The Year, Best Pop Vocal Album, Best Pop Solo Performance, and Best Country Duo Or Group Performance categories. Rotating labels from year to year, the collection is made possible by a special arrangement with all of the major music distribution companies. A portion of the proceeds from sales of the album benefits the year-round efforts of the GRAMMY Foundation® and MusiCares Foundation® — two charitable organizations of The Recording Academy.
“The exceptional mix of recordings featured on this year’s compilation not only represent a roster of incredibly talented artists but also provides a unique playlist showcasing some of this year’s outstanding GRAMMY nominees,” said Neil Portnow, President/CEO of The Recording Academy. “It is fitting that our 21st installment album contains 21 exciting selections which music fans are sure to enjoy. We are proud and excited to collaborate with RCA Records on this project and once again look forward to another successful GRAMMY nominees album.”
“We are thrilled to work with The Academy on the 2015 GRAMMY® Nominees album,” said Tom Corson, President & COO, RCA Records. “This 21st installment highlights the amazing talent and hard work of this year’s nominees and will delight music fans around the world. It’s a true celebration of Music’s Biggest Night.”
RCA Records and The Recording Academy will offer fans two opportunities to attend Music’s Biggest Night®. First, when pre-ordering the 2015 GRAMMY Nominees album at GRAMMY.com/2015GRAMMYAlbum by Jan. 19, music fans can enter for a chance to win a trip for two to the 57th Annual GRAMMY Awards on Feb. 8, 2015.* In addition, each 2015 GRAMMYNominees album purchased in stores will include a special game piece featuring a unique code for a chance to play the GRAMMYTicket Game. To participate, the code must be used at GRAMMY.com/2015GRAMMYAlbum for the opportunity to win a trip for two to the 58th Annual GRAMMYAwards in 2016 or a second-place prize, of an official GRAMMY Awards T-shirt. *
The 57th Annual GRAMMY Awards will be held on Sunday, Feb. 8 at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, and will be broadcast live in high-definition TV and 5.1 surround sound on the CBS Television Network from 8 – 11:30 p.m. (ET/PT).
2015 GRAMMY Nominees Album Track List:
1. TAYLOR SWIFT – “Shake It Off“
Record Of The Year
Song Of The Year
Best Pop Solo Performance
2. IGGY AZALEA FEAT. CHARLI XCX – “Fancy“
Record Of The Year
3. ED SHEERAN – “Sing“
Album Of The Year
Best Pop Vocal Album
4. ARIANA GRANDE FEAT. IGGY AZALEA – “Problem“
Best Pop Vocal Album
5. MEGHAN TRAINOR – “All About That Bass“
Record Of The Year
Song Of The Year
6. KATY PERRY FEAT. JUICY J – “Dark Horse“
Best Pop Vocal Album
7. COLDPLAY – “A Sky Full Of Stars“
Best Pop Vocal Album
8. MILEY CYRUS – “Wrecking Ball“
Best Pop Vocal Album
9. SIA – “Chandelier“
Record Of The Year
Song Of The Year
Best Pop Solo Performance
10. JOHN LEGEND – “All Of Me“ (Live)
Best Pop Solo Performance
11. HOZIER – “Take Me To Church“
Song Of The Year
12. BEYONCÉ FEAT. JAY Z – “Drunk In Love“
Album Of The Year
13. PHARRELL WILLIAMS – “Come Get It Bae“
Album Of The Year
14. SAM SMITH – “Stay With Me” (Darkchild Version)
Record Of The Year
Album Of The Year
Song Of The Year
Best Pop Solo Performance
Best Pop Vocal Album
15. BECK – “Blue Moon“
Album Of The Year
16. KEITH URBAN FEAT. ERIC CHURCH – “Raise ‘Em Up“
Best Country Duo Or Group Performance
17. THE BAND PERRY – “Gentle On My Mind“
Best Country Duo Or Group Performance
18. TIM McGRAW FEAT. FAITH HILL – “Meanwhile Back At Mama’s“
Best Country Duo Or Group Performance
19. MIRANDA LAMBERT WITH CARRIE UNDERWOOD – “Somethin’ Bad“ (Duet with Carrie Underwood)
Best Country Duo Or Group Performance
20. LITTLE BIG TOWN – “Day Drinking“
Best Country Duo Or Group Performance
21. PHARRELL WILLIAMS – “Happy“ (Live)
Best Pop Solo Performance
About The Recording Academy:
Established in 1957, The Recording Academy is an organization of musicians, songwriters, producers, engineers and recording professionals that is dedicated to improving the cultural condition and quality of life for music and its makers. Internationally known for the GRAMMY Awards — the preeminent peer-recognized award for musical excellence and the most credible brand in music — The Recording Academy is responsible for groundbreaking professional development, cultural enrichment, advocacy, education and human services programs. The Academy continues to focus on its mission of recognizing musical excellence, advocating for the well-being of music makers and ensuring music remains an indelible part of our culture. For more information about The Academy, please visit www.grammy.com. For breaking news and exclusive content, follow @TheGRAMMYs on Twitter, like “The GRAMMYs” on Facebook, and join The GRAMMYs’ social communities on Google +, Instagram, Pinterest, Tumblr, and YouTube.
*No purchase necessary to enter or win. See official rules at GRAMMY.com/2015GRAMMYAlbum for details, including start and end dates.
