The Grammys

February 24, 2003

I watched 'em. This is actually rare for me, as I think awards shows are often a waste of time, but despite negative reactions from the press, I actually enjoyed them this year. This is mostly because there was no host making dumb jokes (although Robin Williams made up for that with his acceptance speech), things ended on time and there were a ton of performances. At the Oscars you have to sit through long, boring acceptance speeches. Yes yes, they deserve a few minutes to bask in their self-love, but I don't really care to watch.

So, this year was good even though the awards they actually gave out were generally poor choices, which is the main reason I don't like watching these awards shows (Did they really need to nominate Elvis Costello's b-sides album, Cruel Smile, for best alternative record?). I actually haven't heard Norah Jones' album, so I can't criticize, but I think you all know what I'm talking about. What's up with Wilco not getting a nod for anything? So I hope one day someone creates the Indies, or some other award show with a more culturally sensitive title that awards independent musicians.

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