- Joni Mitchell to perform at the 66th Grammy Awards, her first time on the Grammy stage
- Mitchell nominated for Best Folk Album for “Joni Mitchell at Newport”
- Mitchell’s remarkable comeback after surviving a brain aneurysm in 2015
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Legendary singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell is set to perform at the 66th Grammy Awards, marking her first time on the Grammy stage. Mitchell, who received a lifetime achievement award from the Recording Academy in 2002, is nominated for her live album “Joni Mitchell at Newport” in the Best Folk Album category, making it her 10th Grammy nomination. She joins a lineup of performers including Burna Boy, Luke Combs, Billie Eilish, Billy Joel, Dua Lipa, Olivia Rodrigo, Travis Scott, and U2. The Grammy Awards will be held on February 4, 2024, in Los Angeles and will be broadcast on CBS and streamed on Paramount+.
In 2022, Mitchell made a remarkable comeback after surviving a brain aneurysm in 2015. Despite losing her ability to play guitar, she taught herself again, relying on videos online to relearn finger placements. Mitchell described the aneurysm as a life-altering event, where she had to relearn simple tasks like getting out of bed or performing basic movements.
The news of Mitchell’s Grammy performance adds excitement to an already highly anticipated event. With her immense talent and resilience, Mitchell continues to inspire music lovers across the globe.