Grammys to Recognize Streaming-Only Releases

The Recording Academy has changed its rules so that streaming-only releases are now eligible for Grammys. Previously, recordings had to be playable on a CD player – or at least be downloadable – in order to be considered for a golden Gramophone trophy.Grammys 2016: 20 Best and Worst Moments
The Academy announced a number of revisions and clarifications to its policies Thursday, with its recognition of streaming-only releases the most impactful. Under the new rules, for example, Chanc