Grammys 2008 Highlights

  Take a bow, Amy Winehouse. She conquered the 2008 Grammy Awards in all major categories like Best New Artist, Record of the Year, Song of the Year. She beat some serious contendors and proved her detractors wrong who thought she belonged in "rehab." I guess she takes it seriously when she says "no, no, no" in her award-winning song! Rehab or not, Amy Winehouse was a winner last night.

  The biggest surprise for me was Herbie Hancock winning Album of The Year, a category usually won by popular or rap artists over the last few years. In his speech, he thanked the Academy for "breaking the mould." For those who haven't heard Hancock, he is a legend in his own right. Jazz music wouldn't be the same without him. As to me, I'm heading out to pick up this album soon.

  Alicia Keyes made sure that "No one, no one" could take her Grammy away with her monster hit of the same title. Her live performances were awesome as ever (even though I think she should reconsider her fashion/style statement at this Award ceremony) and John Mayer made a special appearance, joining her on stage.

  Not surprisingly, Kanye West with his big white shades, won Best Rap album for the year and his competitor 50 Cents didn't even make it to the final nominations. It's ironic considering both artists' albums were released at the same time and hyped up as a war between two greats. In any case, Mr. West had the last word by picking up four awards last night.

  Jay Z and Beyonce were a winning couple with both picking up awards. Rihanna also won Best Rap collaboration with Jay Z for "Umbrella."

  Foo Fighters won the Best Rock album of the year and it was a well-deserved win for a band that has consistently amazed its audience.

  For more Grammy winners, check out the Grammy website at: http://www.grammy.com/GRAMMY_Awards/