Get ready for an epic night of music and celebration as we gear up for the 2026 Grammy Awards! This year's ceremony promises to be a star-studded affair, with some of the biggest names in the industry battling it out for the coveted Grammy trophies. But here's where it gets controversial... the nominations list has sparked some heated debates, and we can't wait to see how it all unfolds!
The 2026 Grammy Awards: A Night of Musical Excellence
The 68th Grammy Awards will honor the year's best musical achievements, and it's a lineup that will leave you buzzing. Leading the pack with a whopping nine nominations is the legendary Kendrick Lamar, including nods for Record and Song of the Year with his hit collaboration, "luther," featuring SZA. But he's not alone at the top; Lady Gaga, Jack Antonoff, and Cirkut are also in the running with seven nominations each, while Bad Bunny, Sabrina Carpenter, and Leon Thomas trail closely behind with six.
And get this—the host for the night is none other than the hilarious Trevor Noah, who's also a nominee himself! Talk about a double whammy.
All the Deets: When, Where, and How to Watch
Mark your calendars for Sunday, February 1, 2026, as the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles will be buzzing with musical talent. The main event kicks off at 8 PM ET/5 PM PT and will air live on CBS. But if you're a Paramount+ Premium subscriber, you're in for a treat because you can stream it live too!
For those who want to catch the action early, the 2026 Grammy Awards Premiere Ceremony, where the majority of the awards are presented, starts at 3:30 PM ET/12:30 PM PT. You can stream this ceremony live and for free on YouTube.
Performances and Presenters: A Star-Studded Lineup
The 2026 Grammy Awards will be a night of incredible performances. Justin Bieber, Sabrina Carpenter, and Album of the Year nominees Clipse and Pharrell Williams will take the stage, along with all the Best New Artist nominees, including Addison Rae, Alex Warren, KATSEYE, Leon Thomas, Lola Young, Olivia Dean, SOMBR, and The Marías.
And that's not all; the In Memorium segment will pay tribute to artists we've lost this year with performances by Reba McEntire, Brandy Clark, Lukas Nelson, and Ms. Lauryn Hill, honoring D'Angelo and Roberta Flack. Ozzy Osbourne will also be celebrated with a tribute from artists like Post Malone, Andrew Watt, Chad Smith, Duff McKagan, and Slash.
As for the host, Trevor Noah will be back for his sixth and final year, guiding us through the night with his unique brand of humor. And joining him as presenters are the talented Harry Styles and Doechii.
New Categories and Eligibility
This year's Grammys bring some exciting changes. After a 53-year hiatus, the award for Best Album Cover is making a comeback! Additionally, the Best Country Album category has been split into two: Best Contemporary Country Album and Best Traditional Country Album.
As for eligibility, the 2026 Grammy Awards will recognize music released between August 31, 2024, and August 30, 2025.
The Nominees: A Who's Who of Musical Excellence
Here's a rundown of the nominees for the 68th Grammy Awards.
Album of the Year:
- Bad Bunny — Debí Tirar Más Fotos
- Justin Bieber — Swag
- Sabrina Carpenter — Man’s Best Friend
- Clipse, Pusha T & Malice — Let God Sort Em Out
- Lady Gaga — Mayhem
- Kendrick Lamar — GNX
- Leon Thomas — Mutt
- Tyler, the Creator — Chromakopia
Record of the Year:
- Bad Bunny — “DtMF”
- Sabrina Carpenter — “Manchild”
- Doechii — “Anxiety”
- Billie Eilish — “Wildflower”
- Lady Gaga — “Abracadabra”
- Kendrick Lamar feat. SZA — “Luther”
- Chappell Roan — “The Subway”
Song of the Year:
- Lady Gaga — “Abracadabra”
- Doechii — “Anxiety”
- ROSÉ & Bruno Mars — “APT.”
- Bad Bunny — “DtMF”
- HUNTR/X (EJAE, Audrey Nuna, REI AMI) — “Golden”
- Kendrick Lamar feat. SZA — “Luther”
- Sabrina Carpenter — “Manchild”
- Billie Eilish — “Wildflower”
Best New Artist:
- Olivia Dean
- KATSEYE
- The Marías
- Addison Rae
- sombr
- Leon Thomas
- Alex Warren
- Lola Young
Best Pop Solo Performance:
- Justin Bieber — “Daisies”
- Sabrina Carpenter — “Manchild”
- Lady Gaga — “Disease”
- Chappell Roan — “The Subway”
- Lola Young — “Messy”
Best Pop Vocal Album:
- Justin Bieber — Swag
- Sabrina Carpenter — Man’s Best Friend
- Miley Cyrus — Something Beautiful
- Lady Gaga — Mayhem
- Teddy Swims — I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 2)
Best Alternative Music Album:
- Bon Iver — Sable, Fable
- The Cure — Songs of a Lost World
- Tyler, the Creator — Don’t Tap the Glass
- Wet Leg — Moisturizer
- Hayley Williams — Ego Death at a Bachelorette Party
Best Rock Album:
- Deftones — Private Music
- HAIM — I Quit
- Linkin Park — From Zero
- Turnstile — Never Enough
- YUNGBLUD — Idols
Best Rap Album:
- Clipse, Pusha T & Malice — Let God Sort Em Out
- GloRilla — Glorious
- JID — God Does Like Ugly
- Kendrick Lamar — GNX
- Tyler, the Creator — Chromakopia
Best R&B Album:
- GIVĒON — Beloved
- Coco Jones — Why Not More?
- Ledisi — The Crown
- Teyana Taylor — Escape Room
- Leon Thomas — Mutt
Best Contemporary Country Album:
- Kelsea Ballerini — Patterns
- Tyler Childers — Snipe Hunter
- Eric Church — Evangeline vs. The Machine
- Jelly Roll — Beautifully Broken
- Miranda Lambert — Postcards From Texas
Best Traditional Country Album:
- Charley Crockett — Dollar a Day
- Lukas Nelson — American Romance
- Willie Nelson — Oh What a Beautiful World
- Margo Price — Hard Headed Woman
- Zach Top — Ain’t In It for My Health
Producer of the Year, Non-Classical:
- Dan Auerbach
- Cirkut
- Dijon
- Blake Mills
- Sounwave
Songwriter of the Year, Non-Classical:
- Amy Allen
- Edgar Barrera
- Jessie Jo Dillon
- Tobias Jesso Jr.
For the full list of nominees and winners, head over to Grammy.com.
So, who do you think will take home the Grammy gold? Will Kendrick Lamar dominate the night, or will there be some unexpected winners? Let us know your predictions and thoughts in the comments below! We can't wait to hear your insights and opinions on this year's Grammy Awards.
