Key Highlights
- The 2026 Grammy Award nominations will be announced on November 7, 2025.
- Lady Gaga, Bad Bunny, and Olivia Dean are among the likely nominees for this year’s awards.
- New categories include Best Album Cover, which Sabrina Carpenter is targeting with her album cover art.
- The nominations will be announced via a livestream on the Grammys website and YouTube channel from 8 AM PT/11 AM ET/4 PM GMT.
Grammy Nominations for 2026: A Look Ahead
The music industry is eagerly awaiting the announcement of the 2026 Grammy Award nominees, set to take place on November 7, 2025. This significant event marks a pivotal moment in the music calendar, as it promises to recognize and celebrate the best new releases from artists who have made waves in the past year.
New Categories and Eligibility
The Recording Academy has introduced some notable changes for this year’s nominations. Among these is the addition of a new
In addition to the new category, there are also changes in the Best Country Album category. Following Beyoncé’s historic win of both Album of the Year and Best Country Album at the 2025 Grammy Awards for her album “Cowboy Carter,” this year’s category has been split into two sub
Artists in Focus
A number of artists are tipped to make significant appearances among this year’s nominees. Lady Gaga, known for her powerful performances and innovative albums like “Mayhem,” is expected to be a strong contender. Similarly, Bad Bunny, the Latin trap megastar who has dominated streaming charts, is widely anticipated to receive multiple nominations.
His performance at next year’s Super Bowl halftime show is also generating considerable excitement.
Olivia Dean, the breakout British star, has been making waves with her hit single “Man I Need,” which recently reached the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100. As a result, she and other rising talents like Lola Young and Alex Warren are seen as potential nominees in the Best New Artist category.
Announcement Details
The nominations will be announced live via video stream on the Grammys website and YouTube channel starting at 8 AM PT/11 AM ET/4 PM GMT. Fans can tune in to witness the unveiling of these prestigious nominees, with the 2026 Grammy Awards ceremony scheduled for February 1, 2026, at Crypto Arena in Los Angeles.
The process leading up to this announcement is closely monitored by both fans and industry insiders. With the potential for a mix of new and established artists across various genres, the coming weeks promise to be filled with anticipation as the music community prepares to honor its brightest stars.
