Are Record Labels Doing Enough To Support Emerging Artists? SAG-AFTRA Weighs In After Chappell Roan's Grammy Speech
Chappell Roan has ignited a firestorm after she called out record labels for not doing enough to support their artists, especially burgeoning ones, during her speech at Sunday night’s Grammy Awards. While accepting the gramophone for Best New Artist,
Chappell Roan uses Best New Artist Grammys speech to call out record labels who ‘betray’ their artists
Chappell Roan won the Best New Artist Grammy on Sunday night and used her time at the podium to call out record labels who “betray” their artists. “Record labels need to treat their artists as valuable employees with a livable wage and health insurance and protection,
Chappell Roan calls out record labels during Grammys speech: 'We got you, but do you got us?'
Chappell Roan won the Grammy Award for best new artist, and used her moment to speak out for all struggling artists. The “Pink Pony Club” singer took the stage holding a notebook where she read her speech. After making a few general thank-yous, she struck a serious note about the lack of benefits emerging acts receive.
Chappell Roan Calls Out Record Labels After Grammys Win; Demands Livable Wages & Health Care: “We Got You, But Do You Got Us?”
Chappell Roan called out the record labels during her acceptance speech at the 2025 Grammy Awards. The singer took the stage at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles to accept her first Grammy after winning as Best New Artist and took the opportunity to make some needed demands to developing artists.
Read Chappell Roan’s full Grammy speech taking on record labels
Roan was dropped by a label after her early work didn’t immediately resonate with audiences. Part of that journey was also reflected in her speech.
After Chappell Roan's Grammy Speech, Here Are Healthcare Resources For Music Artists
Roan's Grammys speech called out the lack of healthcare options for artists who are trying to make it in the music business. Here are some organizations trying to help.
Chappell Roan’s Grammy Speech Raises Questions on Healthcare in the Music Industry
Navigating the healthcare system can be a labyrinthine process for musicians. Activists and lawmakers are looking for solutions
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