With all of the flash and sizzle at the 40th Annual Grammy Awards rehearsals, it was a departure to see a performer simply sing, and sing beautifully. Gone from the stage were dancers, choirs and props. Instead, young country phenom LeAnn Rimes' strong vocal performance resonanted through the hall. Backed by drums, dual acoustic guitars, a keyboardist, bassist, slide guitarist and a lead guitar player, Rimes methodically paced the stage of Radio City, confidently belting
out her Grammy-nominated hit, "How Do I Live".
Introduced by the Host as a major star, though still a minor, Rimes
commanded the stage, time and time again hitting her notes as if she didn't even have to try.During her rehearsal, a scenic video backdrop of mountains, snow and other natural oases reflected the song's simple heart-felt appeal
-Scott Rubin
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