Nashville, TN (November 23, 2021) – RCA Inspiration celebrates two nominations for the 64th GRAMMY® Awards, with nominations for artists in both Gospel and the Contemporary Christian Music categories.
Nominated in the Best Gospel Album category is Mali Music (K Approved Enterprises/RCA Inspiration) as a co-performer on the Jonathan McReynolds & Mali Music collaboration album Jonny x Mali: Live in LA. Their EP project of live performances was released in September 2021, in partnership between Mali’s imprint K Approved Enterprises, RCA Inspiration, Jonathan’s Life Room Label and eOne Music (now named MNRK Music Group).
Separately, Kirk Franklin (Fo Yo Soul/RCA) received a nomination in the Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song category, as a co-performer on the Lil Baby x Kirk Franklin track “We Win.” Released in May 2021, the song was featured on the Space Jam: A New Legacy Official Soundtrack, which was released by Republic Records and Warner Bros. Pictures.
Phil Thornton, SVP and General Manager of RCA Inspiration says, “Congratulations to the artists and the incredible collaborations that have captivated listeners and garnered nominations this year. Music continues to be a powerful force delivering inspiration and bringing artists and listeners together. We look forward to seeing the show!”
The 64th GRAMMY® Awards will air on CBS on Monday, January 31, 2022.
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