Entertainment Gists
Grammys 2024: Here’s A List of Top Winners At The Music Awards

Taylor Swift, SZA and Miley Cyrus won big at the 66th annual Grammy awards in Los Angeles.
The Grammy Awards, the highest honours in the music industry, were handed out at a ceremony in the United States city of Los Angeles on Sunday.
Here is a list of winners:
ALBUM OF THE YEAR
Midnights, Taylor Swift
RECORD OF THE YEAR
Flowers, Miley Cyrus
SONG OF THE YEAR
What Was I Made For?, Billie Eilish (from the motion picture Barbie); Billie Eilish O’Connell and Finneas O’Connell, songwriters
BEST NEW ARTIST
Victoria Monet
BEST POP VOCAL ALBUM
Midnights, Taylor Swift
BEST POP SOLO PERFORMANCE
Flowers, Miley Cyrus
BEST MUSICA URBANA ALBUM
Manana Sera Bonito, Karol G
BEST COUNTRY ALBUM
Bell Bottom Country, Lainey Wilson
BEST R&B SONG
Snooze, by SZA; Kenny B Edmonds, Blair Ferguson, Khris Riddick-Tynes, Solana Rowe and Leon Thomas, songwriters
THE DR DRE GLOBAL IMPACT AWARD
Jay-Z
BEST POP DUO/GROUP PERFORMANCE
Ghost in the Machine, SZA featuring Phoebe Bridgers
BEST ALTERNATIVE MUSIC ALBUM
The Record, Boygenius
SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR, NON-CLASSICAL
Theron Thomas
PRODUCER OF THE YEAR, NON-CLASSICAL
Jack Antonoff
BEST R&B ALBUM
Jaguar II, Victoria Monet
BEST PROGRESSIVE R&B ALBUM
SOS, SZA
BEST AUDIO BOOK, NARRATION AND STORYTELLING RECORDING
The Light We Carry: Overcoming In Uncertain Times, Michelle Obama
BEST REGGAE ALBUM
Colors of Royal, Julian Marley and Antaeus
BEST LATIN ROCK OR ALTERNATIVE ALBUM (tie)
Vida Cotidiana, Juanes and De Todas Las Flores, Natalia Lafourcade
BEST LATIN POP ALBUM
X Mi (Vol 1), Gaby Moreno
BEST RAP ALBUM
Michael, Killer Mike
BEST RAP SONG
Scientists & Engineers, Killer Mike ft Andre 3000, Future and Eryn Allen Kane
BEST COUNTRY SOLO PERFORMANCE
White Horse, Chris Stapleton
BEST COUNTRY SONG
White Horse, Chris Stapleton
BEST FOLK ALBUM
Joni Mitchell at Newport (Live), Joni Mitchell
BEST POP DANCE RECORDING
Padam Padam, Kylie Minogue
BEST ROCK ALBUM
This Is Why, Paramore
BEST ROCK PERFORMANCE
Not Strong Enough, Boygenius
BEST ROCK SONG
Not Strong Enough, Boygenius
BEST AMERICANA ALBUM
Weathervanes, Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit
BEST METAL PERFORMANCE
72 Seasons, Metallica
BEST JAZZ INSTRUMENTAL ALBUM
The Winds of Change, Billy Childs
BEST JAZZ VOCAL ALBUM
How Love Begins, Nicole Zuraitis
BEST COMEDY ALBUM
What’s in a Name?, Dave Chappelle
BEST COMPILATION SOUNDTRACK FOR VISUAL MEDIA
Barbie The Album, various artists
BEST SONG WRITTEN FOR VISUAL MEDIA
What Was I Made For?, Billie Eilish
BEST SCORE SOUNDTRACK FOR VISUAL MEDIA
Oppenheimer, Ludwig Goransson
BEST MUSIC VIDEO
I’m Only Sleeping, The Beatles
BEST MUSIC FILM
Moonage Daydream
BEST MUSICAL THEATER ALBUM
Some Like It Hot
BEST GOSPEL ALBUM
All Things New: Live in Orlando, Tye Tribbett
BEST CONTEMPORARY CHRISTIAN MUSIC ALBUM
Church Clothes 4, Lecrae
BEST AFRICAN MUSIC PERFORMANCE
Water, Tyla
Entertainment Gists
RUAN-Badkid.96: The Unfiltered Voice Recommitting African Sound to Truth

RUAN-Badkid.96 is a Nigerian recording artist whose music refuses to live inside a single genre. Blending Afrobeat, Afrofusion, trap, hip-hop, melodic rap, R&B, and global influences, he creates records that move effortlessly between raw street energy, soulful storytelling, and infectious melodies. Whether delivering hard-hitting bars, emotional love songs, or rhythm-driven African records, his sound is defined by authenticity rather than limitation.
Inspired by both African culture and international music, RUAN-Badkid.96 embraces the confidence and ambition of global hip-hop while staying deeply connected to his roots. His lyrics explore love, heartbreak, betrayal, friendship, social injustice, hope, and the everyday realities of life. He doesn’t create music to follow trends, he creates music to reflect truth, emotion, and human experience.
Behind his fearless image is an artist who believes in kindness, equality, justice, and genuine human connection. His appearance may be intimidating, but his message is rooted in compassion and authenticity. Every record carries a piece of his journey, proving that strength and vulnerability can exist in the same voice.
For RUAN-Badkid.96, music is more than entertainment, it’s a language, a testimony, and a lifelong mission to connect with people through honesty, versatility, and unforgettable sound.
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Meet the Man Who Turned Hype Into a Science: Emmy Blaq, Nigeria’s G.O.A.T. of Hype
If you have ever been at a Nigerian event and found yourself on your feet before the main act even stepped on stage, there is a good chance a hype man was responsible. But not just any hype man. Emmy Blaq, born Ikechukwu Emmanuel Chima and raised in Auchi, Edo State, has spent the last few years quietly becoming the most talked-about name in that profession, and the Nigerian press has taken notice. Punch, Vanguard, The Guardian Nigeria, The Nation, and Independent Newspaper have all sat down with him, and every conversation leads back to the same thing: this man does not just make noise; he makes moments.
What makes Emmy Blaq different is the journey behind the energy. Before the stages, the collaborations with Waje on her “Waje 2.0” album, DJ Consequence, and DJ Kaywise on the massively streamed “Joor Party Mix” series, he was repairing generators, cutting hair, and sewing clothes in Auchi. His first professional hype gig happened at a local fast food spot called Valchi, and the crowd response that night changed everything. He told The Nation directly: “My passion for entertainment and desire to make people happy led me into the craft.” Punch also captured his bigger mission when he said that hype men deserve more than what they currently earn, a statement that sparked a real conversation across Nigerian entertainment circles.
With over 1.7 million TikTok followers, 23.6 million TikTok likes, a viral “Wife Material” challenge that landed on Pulse Nigeria’s top ten social media moments of 2021, and an international performance at the Cameroon International Music Festival that Cameroonian media described as electrifying, Emmy Blaq is not building toward something. He is already there. The G.O.A.T. of Hype is not a title he gave himself and hoped would stick. It is one the rooms keep confirming every single time he grabs the mic.
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Uncle Wisdom The Mind Behind The Motion – Talent Manager/A&R
MANAGER PROFILE
Uncle Wisdom is a Lagos-based music executive and visionary leader known for blending structure, strategy, and creativity in artist management. With a background in Mathematics and Statistics from UNICROSS formerly, Cross River University Of Technology. He brings analytical precision into talent development, positioning artists for both creative excellence and commercial success.
CAREER JOURNEY
Began his career in 2017 as an event coordinator for Eksu Olofofo, where he gained foundational experience in live events and audience engagement. By 2018, he transitioned into full-time artist management, driven by a clear goal to build a more structured and results-oriented system within the music industry.
In 2019, Started working as a road manager for Barry Jhay, gaining hands-on experience in touring, logistics, and artist operations, a refined career and mental awareness coach . He was also instrumental behind Barry Jhay’s 2025 sold-out homecoming concert, a key moment that fueled momentum for a successful UK tour, including sold-out shows in London and Birmingham.
PHLOX MGMT
Founded from the ground up, Phlox Mgmt is a forward-thinking management company focused on Career coaching, A&R, artist development, and strategic positioning. The company is built on a clear philosophy:
Develop the sound. Define the brand. Position the artist to win.
Phlox Mgmt has connections with @Roadgod_of Roadgod Agency and connects artists with top-tier producers, engineers, and creatives, ensuring a refined sound and strong market presence. The company continues to grow as a trusted platform for emerging and established talent.
INDUSTRY NETWORK & COLLABORATIONS
Uncle Wisdom has built valuable relationships across the industry, working with and alongside talents such as:
Barry Jhay • Asake • Ceeza Milli • Berri Tiga • Laime • Spellz • and many others
LEADERSHIP APPROACH
John Wisdom operates with a long-term vision, focusing on structure, consistency, and execution. His approach goes beyond traditional management he builds systems around artists that support sustainable growth, strong branding, and global competitiveness.
CONTACT & SOCIALS
Instagram & X: @Johnwisdm @phlox_mgmt
TikTok: @unclewisdom7
Email: phloxentertainment@gmail.com
Phone: 08038448478 | 09015668027
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