{"id":1947637,"date":"2025-08-07T21:05:20","date_gmt":"2025-08-07T21:05:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=1947637"},"modified":"2025-08-07T21:05:20","modified_gmt":"2025-08-07T21:05:20","slug":"grammy-museum-events-in-august-2025-laufey-big-freedia-boynextdoor-more","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/grammy-museum-events-in-august-2025-laufey-big-freedia-boynextdoor-more\/","title":{"rendered":"GRAMMY Museum Events In August 2025: Laufey, Big Freedia, BOYNEXTDOOR &#038; More"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"prose false\">\n<p><span>The <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/grammymuseum.org\/\"><span>GRAMMY Museum<\/span><\/a><span>, the Recording Academy\u2019s cultural and educational home for music lovers, once again has a stacked calendar of public programs in Los Angeles and New York.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Following sold-out events with <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.grammy.com\/artists\/jessie-reyez\/251979\"><span>Jessie Reyez<\/span><\/a><span> and <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/grammy.com\/artists\/damiano-david\/51695\"><span>Damiano David<\/span><\/a><span> in July, August\u2019s lineup includes conversations and performances with GRAMMY winners, genre-defying newcomers, and influential voices from across the music landscape. Highlights include <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/grammy.com\/artists\/cam\/18936\"><span>Cam<\/span><\/a><span>, <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/grammy.com\/videos\/big-freedia-tour-rider-backstage-must-haves-pre-show-rituals-interview-herbal-tea-white-sofas\"><span>Big Freedia<\/span><\/a><span>, <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.grammy.com\/news\/latin-mafia-meet-the-first-time-latin-grammy-nominee-new-album-interview\"><span>Latin Mafia<\/span><\/a><span>, <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.grammy.com\/artists\/aloe-blacc\/18323\"><span>Aloe Blacc<\/span><\/a><span>, and <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/grammy.com\/artists\/john-oates\/11240\"><span>John Oates<\/span><\/a><span>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Read on for everything happening at the GRAMMY Museum in August, from intimate discussions to exciting installations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Aug. 4, 2025 from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>L.A.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universe.com\/events\/the-drop-cam-tickets-DMHRBL\">Buy Tickets<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The GRAMMY Museum will welcome singer\/songwriter <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/grammy.com\/artists\/cam\/18936\">Cam<\/a> for an intimate evening with a special live performance in the Clive Davis Theater following an in-depth conversation about the creative process behind her new album, <em>All Things Light<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p><span>Written in the wake of early motherhood and deep personal reflection, <\/span><em><span>All Things Light<\/span><\/em><span> finds Cam exploring themes of identity, loss, and meaning through luminous, soul-baring songwriting. The album showcases her evolution as both an artist and storyteller, reconnecting with longtime collaborator <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.grammy.com\/artists\/tyler-johnson\/17927\"><span>Tyler Johnson<\/span><\/a><span> and enlisting a powerhouse team that includes <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/grammy.com\/artists\/jeff-bhasker\/4110\"><span>Jeff Bhasker<\/span><\/a><span>, <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.latingrammy.com\/artists\/michael-uzowuru\/42428-01\"><span>Michael Uzowuru<\/span><\/a><span>, and <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/grammy.com\/artists\/brittany-hazzard\/287280\"><span>Starrah<\/span><\/a><span>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>From her breakout 3x platinum single &#8220;Burning House&#8221; to her recent GRAMMY-winning work on <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/grammy.com\/artists\/beyonce-knowles\/12474\"><span>Beyonc\u00e9\u2019s<\/span><\/a><span> <\/span><em><span>Cowboy Carter<\/span><\/em><span> Cam has carved a space for herself as one of country and pop\u2019s most emotionally resonant voices. This special evening offers fans a closer look at her creative world \u2014 and a chance to experience her new music live, just weeks after its release.  <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"prose false\">\n<p><strong><span>Aug. 5, 2025 from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span>L.A.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universe.com\/events\/an-evening-with-latin-mafia-tickets-LQ3PWB\">Join The Waitlist<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span>Mexico City&#8217;s <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.latingrammy.com\/artistas\/la-mafia\/23641-02\"><span>Latin Mafia<\/span><\/a><span> are a genre-defying sibling trio who are reshaping Latin music. The group will appear at the GRAMMY Museum to discuss their creative journey, breakout debut album, and growing global impact. Their talk will be followed by a live performance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>With over 7.5 million monthly Spotify listeners, <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.grammy.com\/videos\/big-freedia-tour-rider-backstage-must-haves-pre-show-rituals-interview-herbal-tea-white-sofas\"><span>a viral COLORS performance with over 5.4 million views<\/span><\/a><span>, and a sold-out three-night run at Mexico City\u2019s Palacio de los Deportes, Latin Mafia continues to break boundaries. The group \u2014 composed of twins Milton and Emilio de la Rosa and their older brother Mike \u2014 earned a Latin GRAMMY nomination for Best New Artist at the 2024 ceremony and recently won Best Latin Fusion Pop Song at Premio Lo Nuestro for their standout track &#8220;Siento que merezco m\u00e1s.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"prose false\">\n<p><span>Latin Mafia\u2019s distinct blend of Latin pop, trap, R&amp;B, and reggaet\u00f3n is striking a chord with a new generation of listeners. The trio earned widespread acclaim for their debut album,<\/span> <em><span>TODOS LOS D\u00cdAS TODO EL D\u00cdA<\/span><\/em><span>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span>Aug. 6, 2025 from 7:30 p.m to 9 p.m.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><span>L.A.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universe.com\/events\/spotlight-big-freedia-tickets-3Q7XJM\"><span>Buy Tickets<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span>The GRAMMY Museum will host Big Freedia \u2014 the larger-than-life ambassador of New Orleans bounce \u2014 for an intimate evening in the Clive Davis Theater. The evening will include a special live performance following a conversation about her upcoming gospel album, <\/span><em><span>Pressing<\/span><\/em><span> <\/span><em><span>Onward<\/span><\/em><span>, and her boundary-breaking career.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>A cultural icon and genre pioneer, Big Freedia has spent more than a decade bringing the sound and spirit of bounce music to global audiences. She built a devoted following through her energetic solo projects \u2014 including <\/span><em><span>3rd Ward Bounce, Louder, Big Diva Energy<\/span><\/em><span>, and 2023\u2019s <\/span><em><span>Central<\/span><\/em><span> <\/span><em><span>City<\/span><\/em><span> \u2014 before breaking into the mainstream, first with &#8220;Drop,&#8221; her 2015 EDM collaboration with <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/grammy.com\/artists\/diplo\/8548\"><span>Diplo <\/span><\/a><span>and <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/grammy.com\/artists\/dj-snake\/8927\"><span>DJ Snake<\/span><\/a><span> and then <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/grammy.com\/artists\/beyonce-knowles\/12474\"><span>Beyonc\u00e9<\/span><\/a><span>,(&#8220;Formation,&#8221; &#8220;Break My Soul&#8221;), <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/grammy.com\/artists\/drake\/12370\"><span>Drake<\/span><\/a><span>, (&#8220;Nice for What&#8221;), and <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/grammy.com\/artists\/lady-gaga\/3611\"><span>Lady Gaga<\/span><\/a><span> (&#8220;Judas&#8221; on the <\/span><em><span>Born This Way<\/span><\/em><span> anniversary edition).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Now, with <\/span><em><span>Pressing Onward<\/span><\/em><span> (out Aug. 8), Freedia turns to gospel-infused celebration and self-love, teaming up with <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/grammy.com\/artists\/billy-porter\/18058\"><span>Billy Porter<\/span><\/a><span> and <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/grammy.com\/artists\/tamar-braxton\/17770\"><span>Tamar Braxton<\/span><\/a><span>, and is now ready for the GRAMMY spotlight.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span>Aug. 9, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span>L.A.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/tickets.grammymuseum.org\/\">Buy Tickets<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span>Experience Sensory Friendly Saturday on the second Saturday of every month. Families can enjoy our space with less crowding, quieter sound levels, and lower lighting on the second Saturday of every month from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Guests can purchase tickets when they arrive at the Museum or online for the applicable Saturday.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW105435790 BCX0\">Aug. 7, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW105435790 BCX0\">2025 from <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW105435790 BCX0\">7 p.m. to 9 p.m.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW105435790 BCX0\">L.A.\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW105435790 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universe.com\/events\/reel-to-reel-hung-up-on-a-dream-the-zombies-documentary-tickets-WK5CHP\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW105435790 BCX0\">Buy Tickets<\/span><\/a><span class=\"EOP SCXW105435790 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW105435790 BCX0\">The GRAMMY Museum will host a special screening of <\/span><em><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW105435790 BCX0\">Hung Up on a Dream: The Zombies Documentary<\/span><\/em><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW105435790 BCX0\"> in the Clive Davis Theater, followed by a conversation with director and producer Robert Coppola Schwartzman. Veteran music journalist <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.grammy.com\/bio\/steve-hochman\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW105435790 BCX0\">Steve Hochman<\/span><\/a><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW105435790 BCX0\"> will moderate the post-screening discussion.<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW105435790 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW105435790 BCX0\">Directed by Schwartzman and executive produced by Tom Hanks and Gary Goetzman, the film traces the remarkable six-decade career of British invasion legends the Zombies \u2014 from their formation in the early 1960s and chart-topping hits like &#8220;She\u2019s Not There&#8221; and &#8220;Time of the Season,&#8221; to their solo projects, legacy, and Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame induction in 2019.<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW105435790 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW128435564 BCX0\">The evening will offer rare behind-the-scenes insights into the making of the film and its subject, with Schwartzman discussing his creative journey from music to film, and how the Zombies\u2019 story became his first-ever documentary project.<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW128435564 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"prose false\">\n<p><strong><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW259026305 BCX0\">Aug. 11, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW259026305 BCX0\">2025 from <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW259026305 BCX0\">7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"EOP SCXW259026305 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW259026305 BCX0\">NYC<\/span><span class=\"SCXW259026305 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><br \/><span class=\"SCXW259026305 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><br \/><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universe.com\/events\/a-new-york-evening-with-old-dominion-tickets-RDH6KV\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW259026305 BCX0\">Join The Waitlist<\/span><\/a><span class=\"EOP SCXW259026305 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.grammy.com\/artists\/old-dominion\/287780\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW259026305 BCX0\">Old Dominion<\/span><\/a><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW259026305 BCX0\"> will take the stage at National Sawdust in Brooklyn for a special &#8220;A New York Evening With\u2026&#8221; program that will include an intimate conversation about their creative process, touring life, and latest music. Their discussion will be followed by a live performance.<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW259026305 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW259026305 BCX0\">Known for their sharp songwriting and tight harmonies, the 2021 GRAMMY nominees for Best Country Duo\/Group Performance are among the most consistent and celebrated groups in contemporary country music. They recently earned their eighth consecutive Group of the Year win at the Academy of Country Music Awards and are currently touring in support of their new album <\/span><em><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW259026305 BCX0\">Barbara<\/span><\/em><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW259026305 BCX0\">, which blends upbeat anthems with more reflective storytelling.<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW259026305 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"prose false\">\n<p><strong><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32738276 BCX0\">Aug. 12, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW32738276 BCX0\">2025 from <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32738276 BCX0\">7:30 <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW32738276 BCX0\">p.m <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32738276 BCX0\">to 9:30 p.m.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32738276 BCX0\">L.A.<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW32738276 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universe.com\/events\/spotlight-leela-james-tickets-RN2WGC\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32738276 BCX0\">Buy Tickets<\/span><\/a><span class=\"EOP SCXW32738276 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32738276 BCX0\">Soul powerhouse Leela James will appear at the Clive Davis Theater for a special live performance and share in a conversation about her latest album, creative process, and career journey.<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW32738276 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32738276 BCX0\">Known for her gritty, gospel-infused voice and emotionally charged performances, James has carved out a singular space in modern soul music over the past two decades. Her breakout debut, <\/span><em><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32738276 BCX0\">A Change Is <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW32738276 BCX0\">Gonna <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32738276 BCX0\">Come<\/span><\/em><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32738276 BCX0\"> (2005), positioned her as a torchbearer for classic soul in a contemporary landscape, and she\u2019s continued to evolve with acclaimed releases like Fall for You, See Me, and Did It for Love.<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW32738276 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32738276 BCX0\">This program will spotlight James&#8217; 2024 project <\/span><em><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32738276 BCX0\">Thought U Knew<\/span><\/em><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32738276 BCX0\">, which finds her blending vintage soul textures with raw, autobiographical lyricism. With standout tracks like &#8220;Right Back <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW32738276 BCX0\">In<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32738276 BCX0\"> It&#8221; and &#8220;I Was Down,&#8221; the album further cements her place as one of R&amp;B\u2019s most enduring and expressive voices.<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW32738276 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32738276 BCX0\">Aug. 13, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW32738276 BCX0\">2025 from <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32738276 BCX0\">7:30 to 9:00 p.m.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32738276 BCX0\">L.A.<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW32738276 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universe.com\/events\/spotlight-naomi-sharon-tickets-0N3S4T\"><span class=\"EOP SCXW32738276 BCX0\">Buy Tickets<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32738276 BCX0\">Rising singer\/songwriter Naomi Sharon will make her GRAMMY Museum debut with an intimate evening in the Clive Davis Theater, featuring a live performance following a conversation.<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW32738276 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32738276 BCX0\">Born to Dutch and Caribbean parents, Sharon blends soul, R&amp;B, and ambient pop with a globally influenced sound and emotionally rich storytelling. As the first female artist signed to <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.grammy.com\/artists\/drake\/12370\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32738276 BCX0\">Drake<\/span><\/a><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32738276 BCX0\">\u2019s OVO Sound, she introduced herself with <\/span><em><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32738276 BCX0\">Obsidian<\/span><\/em> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32738276 BCX0\">(2023), a moody and immersive project that earned critical praise its atmospheric production and vocal nuance.<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW32738276 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32738276 BCX0\">At the Museum, Sharon will reflect on the making of <\/span><em><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32738276 BCX0\">Obsidian<\/span><\/em><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32738276 BCX0\">, her collaborations with OVO producers like Noah &#8220;40&#8221; Shebib, and the next chapter of her genre-blurring career.<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW32738276 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32738276 BCX0\">Aug. 14, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW32738276 BCX0\">2025 <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32738276 BCX0\">7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32738276 BCX0\">L.A.<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW32738276 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32738276 BCX0\">BOYNEXTDOOR brings their rising global profile to the GRAMMY Museum for a special &#8220;Global Spin Live&#8221; performance in the Clive Davis Theater. The six-member group will sit down for a conversation about their first world tour, their breakout year in 2023, and their fast chart success.<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW32738276 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148771826 BCX0\">The group released their debut single &#8220;WHO!&#8221; in May 2023, and since then, they&#8217;ve released four EPs, toured the world, and sold over a million records.\u00a0 Their appearance at the Museum highlights the growing international reach of K-pop.<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW148771826 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"prose false\">\n<p><strong><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148771826 BCX0\">Aug. 16, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW148771826 BCX0\">2025 from <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148771826 BCX0\">4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148771826 BCX0\">L.A.\u00a0 <\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW148771826 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universe.com\/events\/celebrating-the-music-of-severance-tickets-LTYPCF\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148771826 BCX0\">Buy Tickets<\/span><\/a><span class=\"EOP SCXW148771826 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148771826 BCX0\">Severance,<\/span><\/em><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148771826 BCX0\"> the critically acclaimed Apple TV original series, has made its mark with immersive storytelling, eerie world-building, and its striking score.\u00a0 Critics at Vulture, Decider, and the Los Angeles <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW148771826 BCX0\">Times\u00a0 called<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148771826 BCX0\"> the score &#8220;iconic,&#8221; &#8220;perfect,&#8221; and &#8220;eerily catchy.&#8221; Emmy Award-winning composer Theodore Shapiro will share about his music and the creative <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW148771826 BCX0\">process, and<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148771826 BCX0\"> will be joined by director and executive producer Ben Stiller for an afternoon conversation.\u00a0 <\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW148771826 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148771826 BCX0\">Before <\/span><em><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148771826 BCX0\">Severance<\/span><\/em><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148771826 BCX0\">, Shapiro worked on <\/span><em><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148771826 BCX0\">The Devil Wears Prada, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, The Eyes of Tammy Faye,<\/span><\/em><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148771826 BCX0\"> and more.<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW148771826 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW148771826 BCX0\">Aug. 19, 2025 from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW148771826 BCX0\"\/><\/p>\n<p>NYC<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universe.com\/events\/a-new-york-evening-with-john-oates-tickets-3FLX9T\">Buy Tickets<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148771826 BCX0\">John Oates takes the stage at National Sawdust for an evening of conversation and performance, reflecting on his evolution as a solo artist and songwriter. Presented as part of the GRAMMY Museum\u2019s &#8220;A New York Evening With\u2026&#8221; series, the program will explore Oates\u2019 creative process, musical roots, and latest projects.<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW148771826 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"prose false\">\n<p><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW111552162 BCX0\">While best known for his work in <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.grammy.com\/artists\/hall-and-oates\/8380\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW111552162 BCX0\">Hall &amp; Oates<\/span><\/a><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW111552162 BCX0\">, Oates has spent the last two decades crafting a solo catalog shaped by folk, blues, and Americana. Recent releases like Reunion and Live from Nashville showcase a more personal side of his songwriting \u2014 rooted in storytelling, simplicity, and soul. <\/span>This special night offers fans a rare opportunity to hear from Oates in an intimate setting as he shares songs and stories from across his wide-ranging career.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Aug. 19, 2025 from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>L.A.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universe.com\/events\/the-drop-renee-rapp-tickets-2PLN4S\">Join Waitlist<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.grammy.com\/news\/renee-rapp-snow-angel-new-album-interview-mean-girls-sex-lives-actress-singer\">Rene\u00e9 Rapp<\/a> joins the GRAMMY Museum for a program on the Ray Charles Rooftop Terrace to celebrate her upcoming sophomore album <em>BITE ME<\/em>. The evening will include a conversation with <em>Billboard<\/em>\u2019s Lyndsey Havens about Rapp\u2019s creative process, career, and new music \u2014 followed by a live performance. Guests are also invited to enjoy rooftop views and a cash bar prior to the program.<\/p>\n<p>After earning acclaim for her breakout role in <em>Mean Girls<\/em> on Broadway, Rapp launched her solo music career with the EP <em>Everything to Everyone<\/em> and her 2023 debut album <em>Snow Angel<\/em>. With over 1.4 billion streams and major festival appearances under her belt, she continues to build momentum as one of pop\u2019s most dynamic emerging voices.<\/p>\n<p><strong><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW111552162 BCX0\">Aug. 20, 2025 from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>L.A.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/grammymuseum.org\/event\/the-drop-laufey-a-special-benefit-program\/\">Buy Tickets<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW111552162 BCX0\">2023 GRAMMY Award winner for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album, <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.grammy.com\/artists\/laufey\/54021\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW111552162 BCX0\">Laufey<\/span><\/a><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW111552162 BCX0\"> returns to the Clive Davis Theater for a special benefit edition of &#8220;The Drop.&#8221; The Icelandic-Chinese singer\/songwriter will participate in a conversation about her creative journey, artistic influences, and landmark year before a live performance. The evening will benefit the Museum&#8217;s ongoing mission to celebrate musical excellence and provide music education.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>With a blended style of jazz, classical, and pop, Laufey has become one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary music as she brings the timeless craft to a new generation of listeners.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"prose false\">\n<p><strong><span>Aug. 21, 2025 from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span>NYC<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universe.com\/events\/a-new-york-evening-with-ben-folds-tickets-0GZ4Y1\"><span>Buy Tickets<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span>Ben Folds comes to National Sawdust in Brooklyn for a special <\/span><em><span>A New York Evening With\u2026<\/span><\/em><span> program featuring an intimate conversation and live performance. The evening will explore his songwriting approach, creative evolution, and <\/span><em><span>What Matters Most<\/span><\/em><span> \u2014 his first studio album in eight years, released in 2023.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>In addition to his solo work, Folds is known for his early career with Ben Folds Five and collaborations across classical, pop, and film. He is also a bestselling author and longtime advocate for arts and music education.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Presented as part of the Museum\u2019s ongoing New York series, this program offers fans a chance to experience Folds\u2019 artistry in a rare, up-close setting.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span>Aug. 21, 2025 from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span>L.A.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universe.com\/events\/spotlight-addison-rae-tickets-SWJLQM\"><span>Buy Tickets<\/span><\/a><span\/><\/p>\n<p>New member of the Recording Academy\u2019s Class of 2025, Addison Rae takes center stage for a special <em><span>Spotlight<\/span><\/em><span> program at the GRAMMY Museum\u2019s L.A. Live campus. The evening will feature an intimate conversation and a live performance on the Ray Charles Terrace.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Rae\u2019s 2023 debut EP <\/span><em><span>AR<\/span><\/em><span> introduced a new creative chapter for the digital creator turned pop artist. Anchored by the <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.grammy.com\/artists\/charli-xcx\/18360\"><span>Charli XCX<\/span><\/a><span> collaboration &#8220;2 die 4,&#8221; the surprise release drew praise for its early-2000s pop inspiration, sleek production, and Rae\u2019s ability to bridge nostalgia with modern sensibility. The project marked a shift in Rae\u2019s public perception \u2014 showcasing her as a developing artist with a clear point of view.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>This outdoor program offers a closer look at Rae\u2019s musical influences, songwriting approach, and evolving role in pop culture.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"prose false\">\n<p><strong><span>Aug. 25, 2025 from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.<\/span><\/strong><span\/><\/p>\n<p>L.A.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universe.com\/events\/an-evening-with-bob-mould-tickets-TDZ6SJ\"><span>Join Waitlist<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span>Bob Mould joins the GRAMMY Museum\u2019s Clive Davis Theater for conversation and performance, moderated by GRAMMY-nominated comedian, musician, and longtime fan <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/grammy.com\/artists\/fred-armisen\/243123\"><span>Fred Armisen<\/span><\/a><span>. The program will explore Mould\u2019s latest album, <\/span><em><span>Here We Go Crazy<\/span><\/em><span>, his decades of work as a solo artist, and his legacy as a foundational figure in punk and indie music.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Over a 45-year career, Mould has helped shape the sound of underground rock \u2014 first as a co-founder of H\u00fcsker D\u00fc, then with Sugar, and later as a solo artist. His influence can be felt across generations, with artists like <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/grammy.com\/artists\/nirvana\/8026\"><span>Nirvana<\/span><\/a><span>, <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/grammy.com\/artists\/rem\/16369\"><span>R.E.M.<\/span><\/a><span>, and the Pixies citing him as a formative inspiration.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>In addition to his music, Mould has been an outspoken advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and chronicled his life and career in his 2011 memoir <\/span><em><span>See a Little Light: The Trail of Rage and Melody<\/span><\/em><span>. Earlier this year, he delivered the keynote address at Macalester College\u2019s commencement \u2014 the same school where H\u00fcsker D\u00fc began.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span>Aug. 26, 2025 from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span>L.A.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universe.com\/events\/spotlight-gigi-perez-tickets-XVP48M\"><span>Buy Tickets<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span>Breakout singer\/songwriter Gigi Perez joins the GRAMMY Museum\u2019s Spotlight series for an evening on the Ray Charles Rooftop Terrace, featuring a candid conversation with Hayley Kiyoko and a special live performance. The program will explore Perez\u2019s acclaimed debut album <\/span><em><span>At the Beach, in Every Life<\/span><\/em><span>, her creative process, and her rise as one of today\u2019s most talked-about new artists. Guests will also enjoy rooftop views and a cash bar before the show.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Following the release of <\/span><em><span>At the Beach, in Every Life<\/span><\/em><span>, Perez made her Billboard Hot 100 debut with \u201cSailor Song\u201d and earned widespread praise for her poetic storytelling and emotional range. She\u2019s toured with <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/grammy.com\/artists\/andrew-hozier-byrne\/18491\"><span>Hozier<\/span><\/a><span>, appeared on stage with artists like <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.grammy.com\/artists\/noah-kahan\/54009\"><span>Noah Kahan<\/span><\/a><span> and <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/grammy.com\/artists\/mumford-sons\/13099\"><span>Mumford &amp; Sons<\/span><\/a><span>, and is quickly emerging as one of the most exciting voices in pop music today.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span>Aug. 27, 2025 from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span>L.A.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universe.com\/events\/an-evening-with-riley-green-tickets-R7WLXH\"><span>Buy Tickets<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span>Riley Green comes to the GRAMMY Museum\u2019s Ray Charles Rooftop Terrace for a conversation about his latest album Don\u2019t Mind If I Do, his songwriting process, and career to date, followed by a live performance. Guests are invited to enjoy rooftop views and a cash bar before the program.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>A CMA and ACM Award winner, Green has built his name on relatable lyrics, small-town storytelling, and crowd-favorite anthems like \u201cThere Was This Girl,\u201d \u201cI Wish Grandpas Never Died,\u201d and \u201cHalf of Me\u201d with <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/grammy.com\/artists\/thomas-rhett\/19963\"><span>Thomas Rhett<\/span><\/a><span>. His third album, <\/span><em><span>Don\u2019t Mind If I Do<\/span><\/em><span>, released in 2023, includes fan favorites like \u201cJesus Saves,\u201d \u201cWorst Way,\u201d and the <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/grammy.com\/news\/ella-langley-hungover-new-album-interview\"><span>Ella Langley<\/span><\/a><span> duet \u201cDon\u2019t Mind If I Do.\u201d He\u2019s currently headlining the Damn Country Music tour, with stops in New York, Nashville, Boston, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span>Aug. 28, 2025 from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span>L.A.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universe.com\/events\/the-drop-braxton-cook-tickets-K67SZB\"><span>Buy Tickets<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span>Braxton Cook will be at the Clive Davis Theater for a celebration of his new album <\/span><em><span>Not Everyone Can Go<\/span><\/em><span>, arriving the following day. The program will include a conversation about his creative process, career evolution, and personal growth, followed by a live performance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>A multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, and genre-blurring artist, Cook has worked with artists including <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/grammy.com\/artists\/taylor-swift\/15450\"><span>Taylor Swift<\/span><\/a><span>, <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.grammy.com\/artists\/jon-batiste\/243138\"><span>Jon Batiste<\/span><\/a><span>, <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/grammy.com\/artists\/giveon\/287256\"><span>Giveon<\/span><\/a><span>, and <\/span><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/grammy.com\/artists\/Masego\/38284\"><span>Masego<\/span><\/a><span>. He\u2019s performed around the world, earned an Emmy Award, and appeared on NPR\u2019s Tiny Desk Concert six times. With <\/span><em><span>Not Everyone Can Go<\/span><\/em><span>, Cook draws on themes of transformation, love, and self-reflection \u2014 blending jazz, R&amp;B, and soul into a sound all his own.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"w-full flex items-center justify-center my-10\">\n<div class=\"w-full h-full max-w-[600px] p-3 border-[1px] border-solid border-[#e5e7eb]\">\n<h3 class=\"text-base font-bold font-polaris\">Latest News &amp; Exclusive Videos<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><script type=\"text\/javascript\">!function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s)\n            {if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod?\n            n.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)};\n            if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;n.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0';\n            n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0;\n            t.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0];\n            s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)}(window, document,'script',\n            'https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/fbevents.js');\n            fbq('init', '338622743242551');\n            fbq('track', 'PageView');<\/script><script async=\"\" defer=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/sdk.js#xfbml=1&amp;version=v3.2\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p><em> \u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em> \u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source www.grammy.com \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The GRAMMY Museum, the Recording Academy\u2019s cultural and educational home for music lovers, once again has a stacked calendar of public programs in Los Angeles and New York. 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