Held at the Staples Center, the proceedings are being hosted by LL Cool J with a red carpet kickoff lined up for 6 p.m. ET ahead of the ceremony's 8 p.m. ET onset.
As for the award hopefuls, Kanye West leads the pack with seven chances at GRAMMY glory while Adele scored six nominations in categories including Song of the Year, Record of the Year and the grand prize of Album of the Year for her heralded disc "21".
Topping the showcase off are slated performances by the likes of Rihanna with Coldplay, Chris Brown teamed with Tony Bennett and Carrie Underwood, Katy Perry, Taylor Swift and Nicki Minaj.
Meanwhile, Jennifer Hudson was chosen to pay tribute to recently departed singer Whitney Houston while Alicia Keys and Bonnie Raitt are teaming up for a song in honor of the great Etta James.
Keep checking back for an updated list of winners tonight!
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