Overview

• Chappell Roan used her Grammy acceptance speech to demand that record labels provide livable wages and healthcare for their artists, citing her own struggles after being dropped by a label at a young age.
• Former music executive Jeff Rabhan criticized Roan’s speech in an op-ed, calling her demands 'misguided' and suggesting she take action rather than just speak out.
• Roan responded by challenging Rabhan to match her $25,000 donation to support struggling artists, promising transparency by sharing donation receipts.
• In addition to her advocacy, Roan spotlighted four rising artists — Hemlocke Springs, Sarah Kinsley, Devon Again, and Baby Storme — to bring attention to underrepresented talent in the industry.
• Artists and industry advocates, including Halsey, defended Roan’s speech, emphasizing the need for systemic change to support artists’ well-being and financial stability.