More official GRAMMY Awards Swag from Distinctive Assets!
From HGC Apparel, this 36-inch “Respect Protect Love The Black Woman” scarf is a celebration of Black Culture. HGC Apparel was founded by female entrepreneur Marcia Smith, a Howard University alumna, veteran, and mom and is writing its own narrative through a vibrant (90’s inspired) sportswear collection influencing a generation and making a social impact. The HGC Apparel collection is bold, colorful, and purpose-driven in its messaging. “Black by Popular Demand” and “Respect, Protect and Love the Black Woman” are just a few of the trademark slogans that are creatively woven through the collection which could not be more relevant given the Black Lives Matter movement and racial injustice in America.
Hotsy Totsy Haus specializes in luxurious and decadent bath experiences that are divinely unapologetically extra. From the Moon with Love Gift Set is a lavishly curated bundle filled with handmade, skin-loving bath and body products. The star of the show is the Heart Chakra Globe Bath Bomb, handcrafted with 24 karat gold, protecting a full moon charged rose quartz crystal, held in organic hyaluronic acid, sea clay, and vegan coconut milk. This elegant and luscious bath set will lift your spirits and help you soak away stress while transforming your self-care into a luxurious experience. Hotsy Totsy Haus was founded by a deaf single mother.
Karma Nuts Signature Wrapped Cashews are the only Wrapped Cashews on the market. Their “wrapped” skin (its natural skin)contains essential nutrients, much like potatoes and apples, that provide 2x the fiber of regular cashews and comparable antioxidative activity to blueberries. Enjoy them at your desk, in your car, or wherever you need a delicious, nutritious snack! Karma Nuts was founded by an immigrant from India and donates 10% of profits annually to charities focused on the well-being of children.
Trying times can wear on you, and it shows on your face. Masktini’s ultra-sensual foaming Tahitian Detox Mask gently lifts away dead, dulling surface cells to reveal the radiant skin beneath. Simply massage our two-powder punch of purifying bamboo charcoal and polishing black pearl into your skin. As the creamy mask warms to your touch, you can feel it working its black magic—leaving your skin calmer, clearer, smoother and more lustrous than ever. Female owned.
Music Connection subscription of the industry’s leading music trade magazine.
99GUARD worked very closely with several hospital groups throughout California to supply them with certified ASTM Level 2 masks with 99% bacterial and particulate filtration efficiency during the most difficult times of the pandemic. With the #HowToSaveALife initiative, 99GUARD partners with Artists, Influencers, and Positive Changemakers to help save lives by providing hospital quality medical-grade masks for the entire community.
The language describing premium wine can be intimidating and alienating. No Fine Print skips the pretension, giving the everyday wine drinker an affordable and approachable option for high-quality wine. No fine print, just good wine.
Lil Fizz is pure sunshine in a bottle. Pop the top & enjoy the lil zip that makes Lil Fizz such a unique take on bubbly. (77% Sauvignon Blanc Lake County, 16% Chardonnay Sonoma Valley, 7% Rose of Pinot Noir Sonoma-Carneros/Sonoma Valley). Their flagship red is crafted as a juicy, versatile 2018 cabernet sauvignon, that’s perfect for any mood or food. The NFP Giveback Program donates 3% of proceeds annually to charity; in 2020, the beneficiary was No Kid Hungry.
Created by a diverse, all-women team of Disney alums and a Forbes-celebrated Culture Editor, Change Maker Village is an anti-racist children’s book that equally targets grown-ups by providing action items that can create change, at any age. All profits go to the NAACP.
100 Days Inside is a story about an only child navigating her new reality & big feelings during the stay-at-home orders due to the Coronavirus pandemic. The book was written by a bi-racial bi-cultural mom and daughter duo who wanted to depict their diverse family, and their story was featured on the OWN network.
Oxygentix, the plastic surgeon’s choice. Amazing, natural-looking coverage. A year’s supply of the award-winning Oxygenating Foundation (with makeup bag). A philanthropic initiative supporting burn victims at the Burn Institute.
GRAMMY® stars can be conscientious and kind while keeping warm with a high-tech, down-free vegan coat from Save the Duck, perfect for chilly walks with their best friend using PETA’s custom leash, which reminds people never to buy dogs. Adopt, don’t shop! Save geese and dogs while staying warm!
Purely Elizabeth delicious Vanilla Almond Butter Grain-Free Granola + MCT Oil. Female founder with the philanthropic support of food banks, school nourishment stations, and more.
Raise The Standard Apparel aims to bring awareness and support to young upcoming dream chasers that are disappearing daily from our society as a lifestyle brand. Raise The Standard supports a wide range of philanthropic initiatives from breast cancer to mental health and suicide prevention.
RH45 is a very cool UK Street-Luxe Brand of apparel, where they tell their stories to bring their collections to life through original prints, luxury fabrics and artistic embellishments. Every print used in RH45 clothing is photographed by their team and all embellishments are done by hand. These designs are then taken to Milan where each piece is beautifully crafted and exceptionally fitted.
Innovative and lightweight therapy for color-damaged hair, the Rita Hazan Weekly Remedy Treatment is a 2-step treatment that works instantly to repair hair from the inside out, leaving hair soft, manageable, and frizz-free for up to 24 hours. Faster and lighter than a traditional hair mask, with instant and noticeable results. Female POC owned.
New Ruffles Flamin’ Hot BBQ potato chips with NBA All-Star and Ruffles Chip Deal athlete Jayson Tatum. In 2021, the brand has plans to further activate their NBA sponsorship and previous partnership with Anthony Davis in support of PepsiCo’s five-year $400 million dollar commitment to advance Black communities.
The folks at Whisps HQ couldn’t find a delicious cheese snack, so they decided to make one using their very own award-winning cheese. They started with Parmesan Whisps and soon rolled out even more of their favorite flavors, from classics like Cheddar to innovative tastes like fresh Tomato Basil, savory BBQ, and spicy Asiago & Pepper Jack. Whisps Cheese Crisps are made from just one fabulous ingredient: 100% “wheel” cheese. Every crisp is deliciously light, crunchy, low carb, high protein, and gluten-free. Whisps are made by cheese people, for cheese people. The Tangy Ranch is a cheddar-for-you Ranch. Savory, cool, creamy Tangy Ranch Whisps, made with 100% cheddar and spices that leave taste buds tingling for more. Sound cheesy? That’s just how we like it! Whisps’ all-female leadership team donated over 530,000 samples to COVID-19 front-line workers.
Look chic all season long with a premium gift card from Black-owned fashion label Signed By McFly. The fashion line creates genderless designs that have caught the eye of professional athletes, musicians, and celebrities worldwide. Based in the Bronx, the collection features bold colors and clean lines and includes men’s and women’s jackets, shoes, swimsuits, workout apparel, and more.
Soapy Faith’s Natural artisan soap is thoughtfully formulated with 100% clean & plant-based ingredients, made for even the most sensitive skin & eczema. Each bar’s luxurious lather gently cleanses, while intensely hydrating skin, leaving it soft, glowing, and smelling heavenly. Body care just got better. Restore faith in your skin & life. Black female-owned.
Soul Shropshire Relax Candle is unique in that it is an organic soy wax 30cl candle made with pure essential oils. Soul Shropshire’s philosophy is that candles should not only look and smell fabulous but should support well-being and emotional wellness too.
T2 Tea is offering three of their best-selling blends in their iconic tins, with artwork designed by our in-house illustrator. Each pack also includes one of our legendary Stainless Steel Flasks —with a hidden infuser and thermal qualities to keep your tea piping hot or icy cold for up to six hours…
* New York Breakfast: A full-bodied black tea with delicious maple notes.
* Green Rose: A vibrant green tea blended with rose petals and tropical fruits.
* Packs a Peach: A summary tisane, with pieces of apple, papaya, and peach.
Tiny Travelers builds bridges and cultural understanding for today’s globally-minded families by partnering with local experts to develop books, games, and activities that teach children about the sights, traditions, and sounds of countries around the world. The “Journey to La Isla del Encanto” gift pack includes a sample of their favorite products to help your Tiny Travelers imagine their way around the world before they touch down in “La Isla del Encanto,” Puerto Rico.
We love our fur babies, and over 350,000 people worldwide trust Tractive to keep their cats and dogs safe, fit and happy. Their GPS location & activity trackers can rock an epic adventure – say, a big hike in Big Sur – as well as a Sunday stroll in Nashville or LA. Based in Austria, they provide 100% peace of mind for loving pet parents everywhere. With Tractive GPS, never worry about losing your furry friend. Follow their every step with real-time location tracking – whether at home or on tour – with unlimited range. Set goals and keep your buddy fit with Activity Monitoring. Tractive GPS trackers are proof you really can have it all – all the peace of mind you need, that is – in one super-light, pet-friendly package.
If you love to cocktail, why not try the latest and greatest? A beautiful bottle of gluten-free or organic premium Trust Me Vodka with edible 23 karat gold flake. The vodka bottle is displayed in a unique, beautiful, handcrafted birch wood display box. The artwork featured on the bottle is by Lydia Fenwick. Trust Me Vodka is a top-shelf vodka company that supports art, music, and entertainment. Art on the bottle – Art in the bottle – Art in your glass.
All Unis Brands Sneakers are 3D printed in the United States with entirely recycled materials like water bottles and refurbished linens. This brand stands for strides in sustainability, innovation, and eco-friendly fashion. Each artist will receive an Unis Brands gift card that’s redeemable for any pair of Unis premium 100% sustainable sneakers including a QR code within a clear recycled plastic card containing a small 3D printed shoe keychain.
VALUED 365© Elite Membership for an Exceptional Life, strives to make a positive impact! VALUED 365 Members enjoy exclusive sustainable access via online & mobile app to savings & travel deals you can’t find anywhere else at over one million merchants wherever members shop, eat, play or travel. In addition to these incredible exclusive discounts, Membership includes up to $500 Travel Credits to enjoy when booking hotel accommodations worldwide. But this gift doesn’t stop there. Presenters and Performers can share with their fans and supporters a significantly discounted membership price plus $150 Travel Credits to help them live their best life, say thank you, and give back! For every membership purchased, 20% will be donated to MusiCares® or a favorite charity. Also included with the VALUED 365 gift are two fabulous lifestyle products created by the very talented Black-female-entrepreneurs, KiNiMi Kitchen & The Noble Brand. VALUED 365 is the gift they will appreciate year-round, helping members stretch their money further and driving consumers back to businesses in need of our support while raising money for a good cause!
Wags Cookies are Pumpkin and Peanut Butter Handmade Dog Cookies by Emily who has significant medical and developmental challenges but has persevered to create a product with a legacy about community inclusion.
Distinctive Assets
Established in 1999, Distinctive Assets is a niche marketing company offering celebrity seeding, business development, and branding opportunities within the entertainment industry and beyond. Distinctive Assets spearheaded the proliferation of award show swag and boast an impressive resume of prestigious events that includes the GRAMMYs®, Latin GRAMMYs®, Tonys, American Music Awards,
Kids’ Choice Awards, BET Awards, CMA Awards, and Academy of Country Music Awards. From Fortune 100 companies to start-ups, clients benefit from customized marketing solutions that leverage unparalleled experiences as well as access to top celebrities, premier events, influential media, and strategic partners.
About the Recording Academy®
The Recording Academy® represents the voices of performers, songwriters, producers, engineers, and all music professionals. Dedicated to ensuring the recording arts remain a thriving part of our shared cultural heritage, the Academy honors music’s history while investing in its future through the GRAMMY Museum®, advocates on behalf of music creators, supports music people in times of need through
MusiCares®, and celebrates artistic excellence through the GRAMMY Awards®—music’s only peer-recognized accolade and highest achievement. As the world’s leading society of music professionals, they work year-round to foster a more inspiring world for creators. For more information about the Academy, please visit www.grammy.com. For breaking news and exclusive content, follow @RecordingAcad on Twitter, “like” Recording Academy on Facebook, and join the Recording Academy’s social communities on Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.
