Because of the COVID-19 pandemic the 63rd Annual GRAMMY Awards were held virtually, so we had the unique experience of sitting on our living room couch while hearing our names called as we won this year’s GRAMMY Award for Best Historical Album. No red carpet, no tuxedos, no gowns, but it was still thrilling as ever. And because we were homebound, our dog, Otis, got to join in the celebration too!
The GRAMMY went to, Omnivore Recordings’, It’s Such A Good Feeling: The Best Of Mister Rogers. The album collects 23 songs from the beloved broadcaster (backed by long-time collaborator and pianist Johnny Costa, Carl McViker on bass, and percussionist Bobby Rawsthorne). Containing classics like “Won’t You Be My Neighbor,” “You Are Special,” and the title track, this release also features five previously unissued tracks including the show’s original closer, “Tomorrow.” Along with myself, fellow GRAMMY recipients were producers Cheryl Pawelski and Lee Lodyga. The award show was held March 14, 2021 in Los Angeles, CA. and broadcast live on CBS.