Gordie's Midday Gossip - Alicia Keys to Receive Big Time

Sixteen-time Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and producer Alicia Keys will be honored with the Dr. Dre Global Impact Award at the Recording Academy Honors. The Black Music Collective hosted ceremony will be held Thursday, Jan. 30, at the Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles. “From her timeless music to her unwavering dedication to uplifting others, Alicia has made an indelible impact on the world,” says Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. He adds, “Alicia embodies everything the Dr. Dre Global Impact Award represents – her artistry knows no bounds, her advocacy inspires meaningful change, and her influence has profoundly shaped culture. We are honored to celebrate her extraordinary legacy and the transformative contributions she continues to make in music and beyond.” Named after the legendary producer, the Dr. Dre Global Impact Award was established in 2023 to celebrate artists’ musical excellence as well as their entrepreneurial achievements, philanthropic efforts, and global impact. Further, Keys is the co-founder of She Is The Music, a nonprofit organization that aims to increase the number of women working in music. She’s also the founder of the skincare and makeup brand Keys Soulcare.