Behind The Board: Sevn Thomas

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Behind The Board: Sevn Thomas Discusses His Roots As A Producer & Why "A Good Mix Is Make-Or-Break"

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Canadian producer Sevn Thomas, who is one of the producers and composers on Giveon's 2020 debut EP, 'Take Time,' discusses his background as a beatmaker
Morgan Enos
GRAMMYs
Feb 22, 2021 - 3:12 pm

Ever a cross-disciplinary thinker, the celebrated producer Sevn Thomas likens his craft to filmmaking. "My philosophy for making music is like making movies," he says. 

But this has less to do with a sense of cinema than the number of chefs in the kitchen: "There’s so many people that are on the credits after the movie," he continues. "These are all important components to what makes a movie."

This week’s episode of Behind The Board is all about synergy and collaboration in all its forms. Thomas, who's influenced by highly cooperative genres like reggae and dancehall, is one of a number of producers and composers on Giveon's 2020 debut EP, Take Time, which is nominated for Best R&B Album at the 2021 GRAMMYs Awards show. 

Watch Sevn Thomas explain his process as a producer and beatmaker below.

Sevn Thomas Discusses His Roots As A Producer

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Positive Vibes Only: Mali Music Takes Inventory Of Everything Good With Performance Of "My Blessings"

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Introduced with a monologue by author/entrepreneur Lewis Howes, Mali Music performs his wholehearted tribute to Godly grace on "My Blessings"
Morgan Enos
GRAMMYs
Feb 28, 2021 - 12:00 pm

We're now entering the second March of the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite vaccines being rolled out worldwide, many are falling victim to a feeling of hopelessness. To Lewis Howes, gratitude is our sharpest weapon for when we feel ourselves spiraling, gripped by COVID fatigue.

"It's really hard to be anxious, stressed, overwhelmed and angry while you're being grateful," the author, keynote speaker and entrepreneur says in the latest episode of Positive Vibes Only.

Watch: Mali Music Performs "My Blessings"

"So, anytime you're feeling those emotions, thoughts or frustrations, focus on something you're so grateful for," he continues. This, he explains, could be as minor as a meal or as major as a transformative experience with a loved one.

Howes then introduces Mali Music, a four-time GRAMMY-nominated gospel-R&B great, who performs his deeply spiritual ode to divine favor, "My Blessings." Mali Music is currently nominated for Best Gospel Performance/Song for his 2020 song "Movin' On," with Jonathan McReynolds, at the 2021 GRAMMY Awards show.

Watch the empowering performance above, and check out more episodes of Positive Vibes Only. 

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Here's What To Expect At "A GRAMMY Salute To The Sounds Of Change" 2021 Special

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Hosted by three-time GRAMMY winner Common, "A GRAMMY Salute To The Sounds Of Change" will feature Gladys Knight, LeAnn Rimes, Patti LaBelle, Terrace Martin, Leon Bridges, Brad Paisley and more
Morgan Enos
Recording Academy
Mar 16, 2021 - 5:24 pm

With the 2021 GRAMMY Awards show in the rearview and GRAMMY season winding down for the year, The Recording Academy and CBS will present "A GRAMMY Salute To The Sounds Of Change." The show will broadcast Wednesday, March 17, at 9–11p.m. ET/PT and will also be available via livestream and on-demand on Paramount+, ViacomCBS' newest global streaming service. The show will illuminate unforgettable songs that catalyzed social change, both reflecting and shaping their times.

Here's what to expect at "A GRAMMY Salute To The Sounds Of Change."

What To Expect At "Sounds Of Change"

Common Will Host The Event

The three-time GRAMMY-nominated rapper Common will be the master of ceremonies.

John Lennon Will Loom Large

Cynthia Erivo will perform a piano-led version of a solo Beatle classic.

John Prine Will Get His Due

As part of a section focused on environmentalism, the late John Prine will get the spotlight. (So will Marvin Gaye and Woody Guthrie.)

Two Generations Of Country Greats Will Meet

Chris Stapleton will perform a Willie Nelson classic.

Women's Empowerment Will Get The Spotlight

Expect classic GRAMMY performances from Shania Twain and Kesha.

Revisit A Classic Anti-Racist Anthem

Andra Day will sing a song Billie Holiday made immortal.

A Superstar Ensemble Will Sing A Prescient Classic

Gladys Knight, Sheila E. and more will join forces to perform a totemic Marvin Gaye tune.

The Recording Academy And CBS Announce "A GRAMMY Salute To The Sounds Of Change" Special: Gladys Knight, LeAnn Rimes, Cynthia Erivo, Brad Paisley, Chris Stapleton And More Confirmed

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Beyoncé at the 2021 GRAMMYs

Beyoncé at the 2021 GRAMMYs

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Beyoncé Makes GRAMMY History With Best R&B Performance Win For "BLACK PARADE" | 2021 GRAMMY Awards Show

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Beyoncé made history with her win for Best R&B Performance for "BLACK PARADE" at the 2021 GRAMMY Awards
Ana Monroy Yglesias
GRAMMYs
Mar 14, 2021 - 8:11 pm

Beyoncé won Best R&B Performance for "BLACK PARADE" at the 63rd GRAMMY Awards. It is her fourth GRAMMY win of the evening, and a historic one at that, as she became the performing artist with the most career GRAMMY wins ever, totaling 28, and highest nominated woman artist, counting 79 overall nominations. (Quincy Jones also has 28 GRAMMYs wins, yet primarily as a producer/composer). Beyoncé's daughter, Blue Ivy, also won as a collaborator, becoming the second-youngest GRAMMY winner. 

Watch Queen Bey's full acceptance speech below.

Beyonce Wins Best R&B Performance | 2021 GRAMMYs

Queen Bey looked stunning in all black with stunning gold and black statement earrings as she accepted her GRAMMY.

Stay tuned to GRAMMY.com and our Twitter for all things GRAMMY Awards, and make sure to catch the rest of the Biggest Night In Music live on CBS and Paramount+.

Check out all the complete 2021 GRAMMY Awards show winners and nominees list here.

Andrew Watt

Andrew Watt

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Andrew Watt Wins Producer Of The Year, Non-Classical | 2021 GRAMMY Awards Show

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Andrew Watt wins the Producer Of The Year, Non-Classical category at the 2021 GRAMMY Awards show
Morgan Enos
GRAMMYs
Mar 14, 2021 - 3:11 pm

Andrew Watt won Producer Of The Year, Non-Classical at the Premiere Ceremony of the 63rd GRAMMY Awards. This marks his first GRAMMY win, both on the  night of the 2021 GRAMMY Awards show and of all time.

Andrew Watt Wins Producer Of The Year

Watt bested fellow nominees Jack Antonoff, Dan Auerbach, Dave Cobb and Flying Lotus.

Stay tuned to GRAMMY.com for all things GRAMMY Awards (including the Premiere Ceremony livestream), and make sure to watch the 2021 GRAMMY Awards show, airing live on CBS and Paramount+ tonight, Sun., March 14 at 8:00 p.m. ET/5:00 p.m. PT.

Check out all the complete 2021 GRAMMY Awards show winners and nominees list here.