“American Idol” winner Carrie Underwood was in the spotlight at the 2007 Clive Davis pre-Grammy bash at the Beverly Hills Hilton. (Anne Cusack / Los Angeles Times)
Mary J. Blige and Jamie Foxx
Mary J. Blige and Jamie Foxx sing their hearts out at Clive Davis’ pre-Grammy dinner in 2005. (Lori Shepler / Los Angeles Times)
Pink
Pink sings at the 2007 edition of the Clive Davis gala. (Anne Cusack / Los Angeles Times)
Fergie
One year after releasing her breakthrough solo effort, 2006’s “The Dutchess,” Fergie performs at the Clive Davis gala. (Anne Cusack / Los Angeles Times)
Jennifer Hudson
Jennifer Hudson wrapped up the 2007 Clive Davis pre-Grammy bash with “And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going,” the signature “Dreamgirls” tune. (Anne Cusack / Los Angeles Times)
Slash and Chris Daughtry
Even Slash popped into Davis’ rager to perform, rocking out with Chris Daughtry in 2008. (Matt Sayles / Associated Press)
Akon
Akon reaches for the stars at the Clive Davis pre- Grammy Awards show in 2007. (Anne Cusack / Los Angeles Times)
Christina Aguilera
Christina Aguilera sets her inner diva free at the 2007 Clive Davis pre-Grammy party. (Anne Cusack / Los Angeles Times)
