Victoria Monét Wins Best New Artist at the Grammy Awards 2024

Victoria Monét has emerged as the winner of the Best New Artist category at the 66th Grammy Awards. The rising R&B star, known for her album Jaguar II, gave an emotional acceptance speech, likening herself to a plant sprouting above ground after years of unseen growth in the music industry. Monét beat out nominees such as Gracie Abrams, Fred again.., Ice Spice, Jelly Roll, Coco Jones, Noah Kahan, and The War and Treaty for the award. The Grammy Awards, a prestigious event in the music industry, were held at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.

The 66th Grammy Awards also witnessed the recognition of several other talented artists. Taylor Swift, SZA, and Lizzo were among the attendees at the event, which was hosted by Johnny Nunez. Women’s accomplishments in the industry took center stage, with female artists dominating the nominations and performances. Notably, seven out of the eight nominees for Album Of The Year were women.

At the Grammy Awards’ Premiere Ceremony, Big Red Machine, consisting of members from boygenius, took home three rock category awards. Other female winners included Joni Mitchell for Best Folk Album, and Victoria Monét who won both Best R&B Album and Best New Artist. Notably, Taylor Swift’s album Midnights secured her the coveted Album Of The Year award, making her a four-time winner in this category.

The 66th Grammy Awards showcased the talent and achievements of powerful women in the music industry. The event celebrated the impact of their contributions and marked a significant moment in their legacies. With a night filled with notable performances, Taylor Swift’s triumphant win for Album Of The Year was a highlight, solidifying her influence and talent in the industry.