Arcade Fire came away with the biggest prize of the night in what can only be one of the biggest upsets in Grammy history. Perhaps this is a really good upset. Arcade Fire represents the rise and growth of the entire alternative music scene. The Suburbs (Album) is clean, sharp and a complete departure from the styles of music represented in the category. Think about it..
Lady Gaga - Highly produced, dance (7 million sold)
Lady Antebelum - Country rock (4 million sold)
Eminem - Classic rap (5 million sold)
Katie Perry - Pop, bubble gum rock (3 million sold)
All but Katie won awards at this year's awards and honestly I thought this was a recognition nomination for the alt side of the industry and the band versus a competitive. I had to scape my jaw back up off the floor when they were announced.
If you don't remember my post from January 15th, you should go back and look at this the video of the whatever when I featured them.
http://jj-maccrimmon.livejournal.com/738878.html or this version (which leads a full concert)