Turnstile Celebrates First Grammy Win; See How Other Maryland Artists Fared

Maryland showcased a talented array of artists at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards. The event took place on Sunday, with main ceremonies beginning at 8 p.m., while awards were presented as early as 3:30 p.m. This year, the Grammys featured 95 categories, though only select winners were announced during the prime-time show.

Turnstile Celebrates First Grammy Win

The highlight for Maryland was Turnstile, a rock band from Baltimore. The group won two prestigious Grammy Awards: Best Rock Album for their release “Never Enough” and Best Metal Performance for “Birds.” Frontman Brendan Yates expressed gratitude, saying, “The community we found through punk and hard-core music has given us a safe place to swing in the dark and land somewhere beautiful.”

A Strong Showing from Maryland Artists

Other nominees from Maryland included singer Rei Ami, country artist Maggie Rose, producer Dijon, and spoken word artist Marc Marcel. Here’s how they fared:

• Turnstile: Best Rock Album, Best Metal Performance (wins); Best Rock Performance, Best Alternative Music Performance (losses).
• Maggie Rose: Performed during the Grammy preshow; nominated for Best Americana Performance but lost to Mavis Staples.
• Dijon Duenas: Nominated for Producer of the Year and Album of the Year for Justin Bieber’s “SWAG”; did not win.
• Marc Marcel: Nominated for Best Spoken Word Poetry Album; lost to rapper Mad Skillz.
• Rei Ami: Nominated for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for “Golden”; lost to “Defying Gravity.” However, the song won Best Song Written for Visual Media.

Notable Moments at the Ceremony

The evening began with a spirited performance featuring Maggie Rose. She joined artists like Trombone Shorty and Grace Potter to present a rendition of Earth, Wind & Fire’s classic “Shining Star.” Unfortunately, her category win was overshadowed by Mavis Staples’ victory.

Turnstile’s wins marked a significant achievement. Their album “Never Enough” was released in June, and the band celebrated their roots throughout the night, engaging fans and supporters from Baltimore.

Looking Ahead

As Maryland artists continue to strive for success in the music industry, the Grammy Awards spotlight their talents. With strong performances and nominations, the future looks promising. Filmogaz.com will keep you updated on the latest in music and entertainment from Maryland and beyond.