THE GRAMMYS HIT HIGHEST NOTES IN SIX YEARS

THE 52ND ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS Posts Year-to-Year Gains of +35% in Viewers, +32% in Both Adults 18-49 and Adults 18-34 and +36% in Adults 25-54

CBS’s broadcast of THE 52ND ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS delivered the annual music event’s largest ratings in all key ratings measures since 2004, according to Nielsen preliminary live plus same day ratings for Sunday, Jan. 31.

From 8:00-11:30 PM, THE GRAMMY AWARDS posted a 14.3/23 in households with 25.80m viewers, 10.6/24 in adults 25-54, 9.8/24 in adults 18-49 and 9.1/24 in adults 18-34.  From 8:00-11:00 PM, CBS dominated the competition in all key ratings measures.

Compared to last year’s broadcast (on February 8, 2009), CBS was up +28% in households (from 11.2/18), +36% in adults 25-54 (from 7.8/18), +32% in both adults 18-49 (from 7.4/18) and adults 18-34 (from 6.9/18) and added +6.75m viewers (from 19.05m, +35%).

This is THE GRAMMY AWARDS’ best delivery in households, viewers, adults 25-54, adults 18-49 and adults 18-34 since 2004.

Final ratings will be available tomorrow.

MARY J. BLIGE AND ANDREA BOCELLI TO PERFORM TOGETHER LIVE IN A SPECIAL FUNDRAISING SEGMENT FOR HAITI RELIEF ON “THE 52nd ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS,” JAN. 31

Groundbreaking Performance of Simon & Garfunkel’s “Bridge Over Troubled Water” Will Be Available for Download at iTunes with All Proceeds Benefiting

The Red Cross’ Ongoing Relief Efforts in Haiti

Nine-time GRAMMY® winner Mary J. Blige and world-renowned pop tenor Andrea Bocelli will join forces and perform together in a special fundraising segment for Haiti relief on THE 52nd ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS, broadcasting live from STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, Sunday, Jan. 31 (8:00-11:30 PM, ET/delayed PT) on the CBS Television Network. This once-in-a-lifetime performance (audio and video) of the Simon & Garfunkel classic, “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” will be made available for download at iTunes following the telecast with all proceeds benefiting the Red Cross’ ongoing earthquake relief efforts in Haiti. This year marks the 40th anniversary of “Bridge Over Troubled Water” receiving GRAMMY Awards for Record of the Year, Album of the Year and Song of the Year; the song will provide a moving tribute to survivors of the tragic events in Haiti.

Current GRAMMY nominee Mary J. Blige is up for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals for “IfULeave” (with Musiq Soulchild).

As previously announced, all five Album of the Year nominees are set to perform on Music’s Biggest Night®: Beyoncé, the Black Eyed Peas, Lady Gaga, the Dave Matthews Band and Taylor Swift. Other performers and nominees include Bon Jovi, Green Day, Lady Antebellum, Maxwell, P!nk and the Zac Brown Band. Presenters include actress Kristen Bell, pop/R&B singer Justin Bieber, actor Jeff Bridges, pop singer and actress Miley Cyrus, actor Josh Duhamel, pop sensation the Jonas Brothers, nine-time GRAMMY winner Norah Jones, pop singer/songwriter Ke$ha, two-time GRAMMY winner LL COOL J, GRAMMY winner and three-time Latin GRAMMY® winner Ricky Martin, 10-time GRAMMY and three-time Latin GRAMMY winner Carlos Santana, and nine-time GRAMMY winner Ringo Starr. Additional performers, presenters and special segments will be announced soon.

As part of Bon Jovi’s performance on THE 52nd ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS, fans will have an opportunity to decide which Bon Jovi hit the band will perform thanks to a “You Pick It, They Play It!” special segment. Viewers can log on to www.cbs.com/grammys and vote for one of three favorite Bon Jovi songs-”Always,” “It’s My Life,” “Livin’ on a Prayer”-to decide which hit the band will perform as part of their segment. Fans selected the three songs during the first phase of voting which ended Sunday, Jan. 24. The second and final phase of voting will continue until Bon Jovi’s performance on THE 52nd ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS on Jan. 31. There is no registration to vote, and fans may vote as often as they wish. Additionally, a 30-second clip of each song may also be viewed on the Web site.

For more information on THE 52nd ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS, please visit http://www.cbs.com/specials/grammys/.

SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO MICHAEL JACKSON TO FEATURE NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN “THIS IS IT” TOUR FILM IN 3-D PLUS PERFORMANCES BY CELINE DION, JENNIFER HUDSON, SMOKEY ROBINSON, CARRIE UNDERWOOD AND USHER ON “THE 52nd ANNUAL GRAMMY(R) AWARDS,” JAN. 31 ON THE CBS TELEVISION NETWORK

CBS and Target Partner To Provide Millions of Free “3-D GRAMMY® Glasses” so that Viewers May Enjoy Unique TV Experience from Home

Ken Ehrlich, GRAMMY Executive Producer and Longtime Jackson Associate, Available For Conference Call Today

GRAMMY® winners Celine Dion, Jennifer Hudson, Smokey Robinson, Carrie Underwood and Usher will join together, along with the voice of Michael Jackson, in a moving tribute to Jackson at THE 52nd ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS, broadcasting live from STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, Sunday, Jan. 31 (8:00-11:30 PM, ET/delayed PT) on the CBS Television Network. This very special GRAMMY Moment will feature the never-before-seen 3-D mini-movie for “Earth Song” that was created by Jackson as the centerpiece of his much anticipated “This Is It” tour and will now premiere during the GRAMMY performance.

The 3-D film was created to support the performance of “Earth Song,” an original composition and a No. 1 hit for Jackson. The song has a strong theme about the future of the planet, and Jackson saw it as a unique opportunity to deliver a message to millions of people who would have seen him on tour.

“It was one of the most important portions of the concert tour to Michael and when Michael saw the film for the first time at his last rehearsal, there were tears in his eyes,” according to Ken Ehrlich, GRAMMY Executive Producer and longtime Jackson associate, who was also at the rehearsal that night.

“This very special GRAMMY Moment will feature some of our most beloved GRAMMY winners, all of whom have a great love for Michael,” added Neil Portnow, President/CEO of The Recording Academy. “This segment promises to be an emotional highlight of this year’s show, and is sure to join the unique list of amazing performances for which the GRAMMY Awards have become renowned.”

Carrie Underwood has two nominations this year: Best Female Country Vocal Performance for “Just A Dream,” and Best Country Collaboration With Vocals for “I Told You So” (with Randy Travis).

This special segment also represents another GRAMMY technical breakthrough in that it will be the first time a major awards show broadcasts in 3-D. The GRAMMY Awards were also the first award show to broadcast in high definition and 5.1 surround sound.

CBS and Target have partnered to provide millions of free 3-D GRAMMY Glasses so that viewers can enjoy this unique 3-D TV experience at home. From Sunday, Jan. 24, through Sunday, Jan. 31, Target stores nationwide will exclusively offer these 3-D GRAMMY Glasses so that fans have the opportunity to see the film that was very personal to Jackson. Additionally, the audience at STAPLES Center will be wearing the same glasses as those being worn by viewers at home.

Ken Ehrlich, GRAMMY Executive Producer and longtime Jackson associate, will be available for a conference call on WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 20 at 2:30pm ET/11:30am PT to answer questions regarding this tribute. To RSVP, please email Kate Fisher at khfisher@cbs.com by 2:00 PM, ET today for call-in information.

As previously announced, all five Album Of The Year nominees are set to perform on Music’s Biggest Night®: Beyoncé, the Black Eyed Peas, Lady Gaga, the Dave Matthews Band and Taylor Swift. Other previously announced performers and nominees are Bon Jovi, Green Day, Lady Antebellum, Maxwell, P!nk and the Zac Brown Band. Presenters include actress Kristen Bell, pop/R&B singer Justin Bieber, actor Jeff Bridges, pop singer and actress Miley Cyrus, actor Josh Duhamel, pop sensation the Jonas Brothers, nine-time GRAMMY winner Norah Jones, pop singer/songwriter Ke$ha, two-time GRAMMY winner LL COOL J, GRAMMY winner and three-time Latin GRAMMY® winner Ricky Martin, 10-time GRAMMY and three-time Latin GRAMMY winner Carlos Santana, and nine-time GRAMMY winner Ringo Starr. Additional performers, presenters and special segments will be announced soon.

For more information on THE 52nd ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS, please visit http://www.cbs.com/specials/grammys/.

THE 52nd ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS is produced by John Cossette Productions and AEG Ehrlich Ventures for The Recording Academy®. Ken Ehrlich and John Cossette are executive producers, Louis J. Horvitz is director.

About The Recording Academy

Established in 1957, The Recording Academy is an organization of musicians, 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 http://www.grammy.com/. For breaking news and exclusive content, join the organization’s social networks as a Twitter follower at www.twitter.com/thegrammys, a Facebook fan at www.facebook.com/thegrammys and a YouTube channel subscriber at www.youtube.com/thegrammys.

THE CBS INTERACTIVE MUSIC GROUP LAUNCHES “GRAMMY(R) RADIO” IN SUPPORT OF “THE 52nd ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS,” BROADCASTING JAN. 31 ON THE CBS TELEVISION NETWORK

Official Streaming Radio Station Features Music From GRAMMY-Nominated Artists Including Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift, Jason Mraz, the Zac Brown Band, The Fray, Beyoncé And Maxwell, Among Others

The CBS Interactive Music Group has launched GRAMMY® Radio, a streaming station exclusively dedicated to the artists and songs nominated for the music industry’s most prestigious award. THE 52nd ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS broadcasts live from STAPLES Center in Los Angeles on Sunday, Jan. 31 (8:00-11:30 PM, ET/delayed PT) on the CBS Television Network.

Featuring hit music from The Black Eyed Peas, Green Day, Lady Gaga, P!nk, Taylor Swift, the Zac Brown Band, Beyoncé and Bon Jovi, among many others, GRAMMY Radio is the ultimate destination for fans to hear their favorite nominated artists prior to Music’s Biggest Night®.

Listeners can access GRAMMY Radio online or through a variety of mobile devices. The station is featured on www.grammy.com, www.cbs.com/specials/grammys/, as well as from the homepage of CBS RADIO’s more than 90 music station websites, and CBS’s local television online properties. Additionally, CBS RADIO apps for the iPhone and Blackberry provide direct access to GRAMMY Radio nationwide.

GRAMMY Radio is hosted by Danni who also contributes to the morning show at CBS RADIO’s WYSP-FM in Philadelphia, and Last.fm Discover, a streaming and HD Radio station dedicated to and influenced by Last.fm, CBS’s global music platform.

GRAMMY Radio is programmed by the CBS Interactive Music Group’s Seth Neiman. THE 52nd ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS are produced by John Cossette Productions and AEG Ehrlich Ventures for The Recording Academy®. Ken Ehrlich and John Cossette are executive producers, Louis J. Horvitz is director.

For more information on THE 52nd ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS, please visit http://www.cbs.com/specials/grammys/.