Friday, January 17, 2014

2014 Grammy Predictions - Musical Theater, Spoken Word, and Comedy Album

Best Musical Theater Album
Will Win/Should Win - Kinky Boots
Could Win - Matilda
Commentary - Kinky Boots pulled off quite an upset when it beat Matlida for the Best Musical Tony. With Cyndi Lauper's name attached to the album, and now a Tony win under their belt, I think that Grammy voters will follow in suite.

Best Spoken Word Album
Will Win - Pete Seeger "The Storm King"
Should Win/Could Win - Billy Crystal "Still Foolin' Em"
Commentary - I have a soft spot for Crystal, and his new book, which was a fun listen. But the very involved, and wonderfully constructed The Storm King from legendary folk singer Pete Seeger seems like a safer bet.

Best Comedy Album
Will Win/Should Win - Kathy Griffin "Calm Down Gurrrl"
Could Win - Craig Ferguson "I'm Here to Help" or Bob Saget "That's What I'm Talking About"
Commentary - I am not honestly sure where voters will go with this category this year, and there doesn't seem to be a clear front-runner. I do know this, Kathy Griffin will not give up on this category until she has won a Grammy. This might be the year for them to finally give her that award on her mantle, especially after so many consecutive nods with no wins.

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