The 2026 GRAMMY Awards are set to occur on Sunday, February 1, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The event will be broadcast live on CBS and stream on Paramount+. This year’s nominations have been revealed, featuring a diverse lineup of artists across various genres, highlighting the creativity witnessed in the music industry over the past year.
Highlights of the 2026 GRAMMY Nominees
The announcement was made through a livestream that included notable presenters such as Chappell Roan, Doechii, and Karol G. The awards will feature a total of 95 categories, showcasing everyone from emerging to established artists.
New Categories Introduced
- Best Traditional Country Album
- Best Album Cover
The addition of these categories underscores the Recording Academy’s commitment to recognizing the evolving landscape of music creation and its diverse artistic expressions.
Notable Nominees
Some of the standout nominees include:
- Best New Artist: Olivia Dean, Leon Thomas, and KATSEYE.
- Song of the Year: Nominees include “Anxiety” by Doechii and “Folded” by Kehlani.
- Best Rock Performance: YUNGBLUD’s collaboration on the track “Back to the Beginning.”
Major Award Categories
Record of the Year
- “DtMF” – Bad Bunny
- “Manchild” – Sabrina Carpenter
- “Abracadabra” – Lady Gaga
Album of the Year
- DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS – Bad Bunny
- SWAG – Justin Bieber
- Man’s Best Friend – Sabrina Carpenter
Voting Process
The winners will be selected by the Recording Academy’s Voting Members, a respected group composed of industry professionals including artists and producers. Their votes not only decide nominees but also determine the winners of this prestigious award.
Social Media Celebrations
Following the announcement of the nominees, artists like Kehlani and YUNGBLUD took to social media to express their excitement and gratitude for their nominations. This type of engagement reflects the strong connection artists maintain with their fans and the broader music community.
With the 2026 GRAMMY Awards promising to be another remarkable chapter in music history, fans eagerly await the grand celebration of artistic achievement on February 1.
