Founded in 1957, The Recording Academy is a professional membership organisation representing individuals across the music industry, including performers, songwriters, producers, and engineers. Its central mission encompasses advocacy for music creators' rights, community support, and the preservation of musical heritage.
The organisation is best known for administering the GRAMMY Awards, the annual ceremony recognising outstanding achievement in the recording arts. Beyond the awards, it operates several notable programmes. MusiCares provides assistance to music professionals facing personal or financial hardship. The GRAMMY Museum works to preserve and exhibit music history for public education.
The Recording Academy states a commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment within the music industry, and to supporting emerging creators entering the field.
