The Recording Academy and Clive Davis will continue the tradition of their annual Pre-Grammy Gala on Saturday, January 30, 2010 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel, and at this year's event, the Grammy Salute To Industry Icons will honor Universal Music Group Chairman and CEO Doug Morris. The Academy will present Morris with the President's Merit Award in recognition of his significant contributions to the music industry and the impact his efforts have had on music and the business of music.

"We are delighted to be continuing the tradition of the Pre-Grammy Gala that Clive began 30 years ago, and to be partnering with him again in what truly is a magical evening of music and memories," said Recording Academy President/CEO Neil Portnow. "This year, we are humbled to honor another music industry great in Doug Morris, who has had a profound impact on the music business throughout his dynamic and rich career. With his creative vision and digital strategies, he continues to explore and shape innovative new ways to bring great artists and their music to fans around the globe, while being a staunch advocate of artists' rights."

Morris began his music career as a songwriter. He wrote The Chiffons' 1966 hit "Sweet Talkin' Guy" and produced Brownville Station's "Smokin' In The Boys Room." He launched his own label called Big Tree Records, which was acquired by Atlantic Records in 1978 and marked the beginning of a long run with Warner Music. Morris began his tenure with Universal Music Group when he was appointed Chairman and CEO in 1995. Under his direction, the label has grown to become the world's largest music company. Morris also serves on the Board of Directors for CBS Corporation, Activision Blizzard, The Robin Hood Foundation and the Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory.