FYC: Best SPOKEN WORD POETRY ALBUM
FYC: Best SPOKEN WORD POETRY ALBUM
Roots & Wings is a powerful and soulful exploration of growth, hope, faith, and discovering purpose—delivered through the raw potency of
spoken word poetry.
Ty Scott King's vulnerability and storytelling are both captivating and transcendent. ​The production blends intensity with healing, perfectly complementing poetry that speaks directly to the soul—enhanced by three featured vocalists who add rich harmonic depth.
Early acclaim has cemented Roots & Wings as King's
most impactful album to date.
Listen to "Roots & Wings"
CREDITS
Producer(s)
Sonny Knight – Co-Executive Producer, Co-Producer
Ty Scott King – Co-Executive Producer, Co-Producer
Writer
Ty Scott King (All poems & vocals)
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Recording & Mix Engineer
Sonny Knight (All Tracks)
Mastering Engineer
Rob Hooper for LoveWork Music, LLC (All Tracks)
Vocalists
Madolyn Abigail
Jamal McGhee
Pae Murray
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Record Label
Smokin’ Penz Multimedia Group
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FYC: Best R&B Song + Best R&B Performance
A soul-stirring collaboration between Pae Murray and GRAMMY®-nominated poet Ty Scott King, "Pen Cry" is a healing anthem for survivors whose stories have been silenced or overlooked—especially Black women.
Blending spoken word and soulful vocals, the track is both a release and a reclamation.
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Featured in an exclusive article on GRAMMY.com, “Pen Cry” is more than a song—it’s a movement rooted in truth, power, and emotional restoration.
FYC: Additional features
Category: Best Contemporary Blues Album
Album: Vergara Street
Lead Artist: Antonio Vergara
Background Vocalist: Ty Scott King
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