The Recording Academy and CBS will present a new two-hour special, “A Grammy Salute To The Sounds Of Change,” spotlighting the iconic songs that inspired social change and left an everlasting imprint on history.

Featuring top contemporary musical artists, the special will be hosted by three-time Grammy award winner Common.

Artists including Yolanda Adams, Eric Church, John Fogerty, Gladys Knight, Brad Paisley, Billy Porter, LeAnn Rimes, and Chris Stapleton are scheduled to perform.

Artists across genres will highlight the stories behind and deliver personal interpretations of the powerful music that inspired social justice and equality.

Presenters from the worlds of entertainment, art and activism will also look back at some of the most iconic Grammy performances and moments in history, the Academy said in a press release.

“A Grammy Salute to the Sounds of Change” will broadcast on March 17 beginning at 9 p.m. ET and will also be available via livestream and on-demand on Paramount+.

The program is produced by Jesse Collins Entertainment. Adam Blackstone serves as the musical director.

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