THE RECORDING ACADEMY(R) AND CBS ANNOUNCE DATES FOR THE GRAMMY AWARDS(R) IN 2014 AND 2015

"The 56th Annual GRAMMY Awards(R)" Will Rock Los Angeles' Staples Center On Jan. 26, 2014, Live On CBS

"The 57th Annual GRAMMY Awards(R)" to Air Live on CBS Sunday, Feb. 8, 2015

The Recording Academy and CBS announced today dates for the GRAMMY Awards(R) in 2014 and 2015.

THE 56th ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS(R) will return to Los Angeles' STAPLES Center on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2014, (8:00-11:30 PM, live ET/delayed PT) on the CBS Television Network.

Additionally, THE 57th ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS(R) broadcast will be held on Sunday, Feb. 8, 2015.

The eligibility year for THE 56th ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS is Oct. 1, 2012 to Sept. 30, 2013.

The GRAMMY Awards broadcast is one of television's major broadcast events, ranking as one of the highest-rated and most-watched specials. Ratings for the GRAMMY Awards consistently increased over the last several years, with THE 55th ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS(R) attracting 28.3 million viewers, the second-largest GRAMMY audience since 1993. "Music's Biggest Night" also grew its social media conversation by 47 percent, generating 24.8 million comments (based on research compiled by Bluefin, PeopleBrowsr and Mass Relevance), the highest for any awards show.

About The Recording Academy

Established in 1957, The Recording Academy is an organization of musicians, songwriters, producers, engineers and recording professionals that is dedicated to improving the cultural condition and quality of life for music and its makers. Internationally known for the GRAMMY Awards - the preeminent peer-recognized award for musical excellence and the most credible brand in music - The Recording Academy is responsible for groundbreaking professional development, cultural enrichment, advocacy, education and human services programs. The Academy continues to focus on its mission of recognizing musical excellence, advocating for the well-being of music makers and ensuring music remains an indelible part of our culture. For more information about The Academy, please visit www.grammy.com. For breaking news and exclusive content, follow @TheGRAMMYs on Twitter, like "The GRAMMYs" on Facebook, and join The GRAMMYs' social communities on Foursquare, GetGlue, Google +, Instagram, Pinterest, Tumblr and YouTube.