Brandi Carlile's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Brandi Carlile. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Brandi Carlile is a highly acclaimed American singer-songwriter and producer known for her genre-bending music, which encompasses folk rock, alternative country, Americana, and classic rock. She has achieved significant critical success, garnering eleven Grammy Awards, two Emmy Awards, and an Academy Award nomination, solidifying her place as a prominent figure in contemporary music.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2005: Critical Acclaim and Recognition

In 2005, Brandi Carlile's debut album garnered enthusiastic reviews, leading to features on Rolling Stone's "10 Artists to Watch in 2005" list and similar lists by Interview and Paste. The album peaked at No. 80 on the Billboard 200 and reached No. 1 on the US Folk Albums chart.

2010: Nomination for GLAAD Media Award

In 2010, Brandi Carlile was nominated for a GLAAD Media Award for "Outstanding Music Artist" for the album Give Up the Ghost. National Geographic Channel in Latin America also used the song "If There Was No You" from the album in its series Grandes Migraciones.

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December 6, 2015: Grammy Nomination for The Firewatcher's Daughter

On December 6, 2015, Brandi Carlile's album The Firewatcher's Daughter earned her first Grammy Award nomination for Best Americana Album.

2019: Grammy Wins and Nominations

In 2019, Brandi Carlile received six Grammy nominations, winning three awards for Americana Album and Best American Roots Song/Performance for "The Joke".

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February 2020: Named Record Store Day Ambassador

In February 2020, Brandi Carlile was named the Record Store Day 2020 Ambassador, highlighting her commitment to supporting independent record stores.

September 20, 2021: Carlile honored with She is the Music Award

On September 20, 2021, Brandi Carlile was honored with the She is the Music Award at City of Hope's 16th annual Songs of Hope celebration program. The award was presented by Universal Music Publishing Group chairman and CEO Jody Gerson.

2021: Grammy Win for "Crowded Table"

In 2021, The Highwomen won the Grammy Award for Best Country Song for the track "Crowded Table".

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2022: First Children's and Family Emmy Award

In 2022, Brandi Carlile won her first Children's and Family Emmy Award for Outstanding Short Form Program in the TV series We the People.

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2023: Second Emmy Award

In 2023, Brandi Carlile received her second Emmy for Outstanding Original Song for a Preschool Program in the YouTube series Jam Van.

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2025: Academy Award Nomination

In 2025 Brandi Carlile received her first nomination at the Academy Award for Best Original Song for her writing and vocal contribution on "Never Too Late" with Elton John.

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