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**Grammy Salutes to Earth, Wind & Fire, Cyndi Lauper Set to Air on CBS and Paramount+**

**SANTA MONICA, CALIF. (Sept. 11, 2025)** – The Recording Academy and CBS have announced two star-studded Grammy specials celebrating the legacies of Earth, Wind & Fire and Cyndi Lauper.

“A GRAMMY Salute to Earth, Wind & Fire Live: The 21st Night of September,” will air **Sunday, Sept. 21** (8-10 p.m. ET/PT). The special, filmed at the Hollywood Bowl with the LA Philharmonic, will feature performances honoring the iconic band. Special appearances include Stevie Wonder, Jonas Brothers, Jon Batiste, and Janelle Monáe.

Following on **Sunday, Oct. 5** (8-10 p.m. ET/PT) is “A GRAMMY Salute to Cyndi Lauper: Live from the Hollywood Bowl.” This concert special, filmed over two nights, celebrates Lauper as she wraps up her farewell tour and after being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The special will feature exclusive performances of Lauper’s hits. Special guests include Joni Mitchell, Cher, Angélique Kidjo, John Legend, SZA, Mickey Guyton, Trombone Shorty, and Jake Wesley Rogers, with a video tribute from Brandi Carlile.

Both specials will air on the CBS Television Network and stream on Paramount+. Paramount+ Premium subscribers can stream live, while Paramount+ Essential subscribers will have access on-demand the day after.

The Recording Academy continues its mission to honor music’s history while investing in its future.

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