British pop singer-songwriter Olivia Dean clinched the Grammy for Best New Artist, celebrating her soulful sound and immigrant heritage in a memorable acceptance speech.
Olivia Dean, a rising British pop singer-songwriter celebrated for her soulful voice and timeless sound, secured the prestigious Grammy for Best New Artist. Her win follows the success of her romantic sophomore album, 'The Art of Loving,' which made waves with tracks such as 'Man I Need' and 'So Easy (To Fall In Love).' In her acceptance speech, Dean emotionally stated, 'I’m up here as a granddaughter of an immigrant... I’m a product of bravery, and I think those people deserve to be celebrated.' She triumphed over a competitive field of nominees including KATSEYE, The Marías, and Addison Rae, joining a distinguished list of past winners like The Beatles and Adele. The Best New Artist category is designed for artists who achieve 'a breakthrough into the public consciousness,' with evolving eligibility rules that now include an exception for acts featured on previous Album of the Year nominees under certain conditions.
