2012 GRAMMY Nominees Album To Be Released January 24
LOS ANGELES — The 2012 GRAMMY Nominees album will be released digitally and in stores January 24, 2012. The album features 22 smash hits that represent nominees for many of the most widely recognized GRAMMY categories, including Record Of The Year, Album Of The Year, Best New Artist, Best Country Album and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance. Artists include Adele, Katy Perry, Amy Winehouse and Foster The People.
Universal Republic Records and The Recording Academy have paired together to release the album. This will be the 18th edition of the best-selling collection. A portion of the proceeds from the album benefits the MusiCares Foundation and the GRAMMY Foundation – both of which were established by The Recording Academy.
MusiCares provides services and resources to musicians in need. Programs range from financial assistance to medical aid to senior housing, with a focus on bettering the musical community. The GRAMMY Foundation aims to further the understanding and appreciation of recorded music as a part of American culture. Its programs engage the industry and general public, spotlighting the importance of music in schools and the preservation of our rich heritage, among other issues.
This year's GRAMMY Awards will take place on Sunday, February 12 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles and air on CBS.
Visit the GRAMMYs section at CBS Local for complete coverage.
2012 GRAMMY Nominees Album Tracklist:
1. Adele: "Rolling In The Deep," nominated for Record Of The Year and Album Of The Year.
2. Bruno Mars: "Grenade," nominated for Record Of The Year and Album Of The Year.
3. Katy Perry: "Firework," nominated for Record Of The Year.
4. Maroon 5 featuring Christina Aguilera: "Moves Like Jagger," nominated for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance.
5. Nicki Minaj: "Super Bass," nominated for Best New Artist.
6. Rihanna featuring Drake: "What's My Name?" nominated for Album Of The Year.
7. J. Cole: "Work Out," nominated for Best New Artist.
8. Lady Gaga: "You and I," nominated for Album Of The Year.
9. Foster The People: "Pumped Up Kicks," nominated for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance.
10. Skrillex: "Scary Monsters And Nice Sprites," nominated for Best New Artist.
11. Coldplay: "Paradise," nominated for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance.
12. Foo Fighters: "Walk," nominated for Album Of The Year.
13. The Band Perry: "If I Die Young," nominated for Best New Artist.
14. Mumford & Sons: "The Cave," nominated for Record Of The Year.
15. Bon Iver: "Holocene," nominated for Record Of The Year and Best New Artist.
16. Lady Antebellum: "Just A Kiss," nominated for Best Country Album.
17. Taylor Swift: "Mean," nominated for Best Country Album.
18. Blake Shelton: "Honey Bee," nominated for Best Country Album.
19. Eric Church: "Drink In My Hand," nominated for Best Country Album.
20. The Black Keys: "Dearest," nominated for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance.
21. Jason Aldean with Kelly Clarkson: "Don't You Wanna Stay," nominated for Best Country Album.
22. Tony Bennett and Amy Winehouse: "Body and Soul," nominated for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance.
