Topix — If you can't remember who hosted the Grammys last year, that's OK -- the show didn't have a host. more info

ContactMusic — LL Cool J is thrilled to be hosting the Grammy Awards The rapper-turned-actor will be the first person to front the annual US awards show since 2005 and calls the opportunity a dream come trueHe said Im thrilled to be part of musics b... more info

E! Online — The 54th Annual Grammy Awards just got a whole lot, well, cooler. That's because LL Cool J has been tapped to host music's biggest night during its live Feb 12 broadcast on... more info

People.com — The music-awards show returns to its old format, with the the two-time Grammy winner at the helm more info

Starpulse — Happy Birthday to: Paul star Jason Bateman (1969) Kings of Leon singer Caleb Followill (1982) Actor Kevin Durand (1974) Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl (1969) Rapper LL Cool J. (1968) Heavy ... more info

Perez Hilton — It's like Comic Con for techies!!! The international Consumer Electronics Show is held in Vegas. And this year, there have been LOTSA celebs present!!! Just look at Snooki in her bejeweled iHip headphones!! Ha, LOVE IT!!! And below, we've got LL C... more info

The Hip Hop Chronicle — Grandmaster Flash & The Furious 5 are being inducted into the Grammy Hall Of Fame. The legendary group brought out Lupe Fiasco, Common and LL Cool J to perform “The Message”.   more info

Guardian Music — All that was lacking was background imagery of strip malls and the KardashiansNobody turns to American music award ceremonies to see a true representation of the best music of the year. But do they turn to them to see the worst? Yes, would seem to be... more info

Guardian Music — This London 'mini-army' look set to conquer the airwaves next year with their euphoric rave-grime popHometown: Mitcham.The lineup: Clement (raps), Kojo (vocals), Stacey (keyboards), Johnny (bass), Rich (guitar), Dan (guitar), Dion (drums).The backgro... more info

Perez Hilton — Rihanna, Usher, and The Band Perry have been added to the performance lineup for the Grammys…. Pregame show. Already packed with stars, the three acts will join Lady Gaga, Ludacris, Lupe Fiasco, Sugarland and Jason Aldean during the nomination cere... more info