Make the Grammys More Like the Oscars

Anybody who tells you that Adele’s “Hello” or Beyoncé’s “Lemonade” aren’t masterpieces of human culture is not your friend. But those who cite the huge hitmakers — Ariana Grande, Rihanna, Demi Lovato — on the list of Grammy nominees, and note that the top-echelon awards go to artists who are widely known have a point. In these times, an awards show broadcast focused almost entirely on artists who already make a ton of money is not smart business.

The Oscars are a vehicle to promote smart films that aren’t destined to be blockbusters. The producers of “Moonlight” and “Manchester by the Sea” are masterfully exploiting