Slim Shady to Rock the Mic at the Grammys

After weeks of speculation it's official: the controversy-plagued rapper Eminem (nee Marshall Mathers) will be performing February 21st at the 43rd annual Grammy Awards according to Allstar.com.

Each year the Grammys invites each of the Album of the Year award nominees to perform. This year, however, with several anti-hate organizations and critics loudly protesting the rapper's nomination, there was a lot speculation as to whether or not the Detroit-based rapper's invite might get lost in the mail.

In addition to the Album of the Year nomination, Eminem received nominations for Best Rap Album, Best Rap Solo Performance, and best Rap Performance By a Duo or Group for "Forgot About Dre" with Dr. Dre.

The rapper is currently on tour in Europe and, as we reported yesterday, his performances are being protested by a variety of anti-hate and discrimination groups. His lyrics, the groups contend, are homophobic and sexist, and should not be praised.

Other acts to perform at this year's Grammys are Christina Aguilera, Destiny's Child, Faith Hill, Madonna, *NSYNC, Dolly Parton, Brad Paisley, and U2.