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The article looks at the 2013 Grammy Awards for music. The author expresses the view that the awards tend to be given to performers who are recasting musical trends from past decades rather than creating genuinely new sounds, citing examples including awardees Black Keys, Fun, and Gotye. He points to a lack of awareness and appreciation of current trends in popular music by the award's voting pool and says rhythm and blues (R&B), hip-hop, and country music are neglected.

This article discusses the musical trends represented by the nominees, winners, and performances at the 55th Grammy Awards held in Los Angeles, California, on February 10, 2013. The author makes note of the emphasis on folk and swing music, citing performances by Mumford & Sons, the Lumineers, and Justin Timberlake, as well as tributes to musicians of old, including Bob Marley, Patti Page, and Carole King.