Clive Davis’ annual pre-Grammy party postponed to 2023

Clive Davis has axed his annual pre-Grammy party this year due to the ongoing pandemic, saying that an online celebration wouldn’t live up to the tradition, reported Page Six.

The cancellation means that the party, which has been held the night before the Grammy ceremony every year since 1975, will not be happening for the second year in a row; it was moved online last year due to the pandemic.

This year, however, the celebration has been completely cancelled and will reportedly be held next year in 2023.

The cancellation was announced by Davis in a joint statement with the Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. on February 4, 2022.

“Due to the logistical obstacles caused by the ongoing pandemic, including the unavailability of an appropriate venue, we have decided to postpone the 2022 Pre-Grammy Gala,” the statement explained.

However, the two promised an ‘incredible’ evening next year in a “unique and glittering way, hospitable to our wonderful music artists, music executives, film television, sports and illustrious politicians, who annually love the event like no other.”

Davis’ annual Grammy bash takes place at the Beverly Hilton Hotel but the venue was reportedly not available this year.