This Day in History: February 21, 2001
Additional Date: February 21, 2001
South Africa's legendary musical sensation, Miriam Makeba, was nominated in the category World Music Album for her album Homeland at the 43rd Annual Grammy Awards ceremony in Los Angeles, USA. The album was released world-wide and featured a collection of songs from buoyant to the plaintive, illustrating the vocal range and power of this celebrated performer. The nomination followed closely upon her being the first Kora Lifetime Achievement Award recipient.