"Based in Oakland, California, Alphabet Rockers is unlike other bands that make music primarily for children, and over the last several years, Grammy voters have noticed. The hip-hop collective--which weaves the stories, spirit, and voices of a widely diverse group of young people into their work has earned a total of four nominations for Best Children's Album. This year, they took home their first Grammy award. I spoke with Alphabet Rockers' Tommy Shepherd and Kaitlin McGaw (my old friend and former bandmate) about the group's win and what it means for their creativity and careers..."
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