Get Ready To Rock: All The Buzz About The 2026 Grammys

2026 Grammys Tease Star-Packed Night in LA

The 68th Annual Grammy Awards are set to dazzle at the iconic Crypto.com Arena right in the heart of Los Angeles. Mark your calendars for Sunday, February 1, when music's biggest night will honor the cream of the crop from tunes released between August 31, 2024, and August 30, 2025. As the lone host, Trevor Noah will take the reins for the sixth and final time, adding his signature charm to the evening.

Can't make it to the arena? No worries, music fans! CBS will broadcast the entire spectacle live starting at 8 p.m. ET, and for those who prefer to stream, Paramount+ has got you covered.

Who's Making Waves with Nominations?

This year, the Grammy nominations are a blend of familiar and fresh faces across an impressive 95 categories. Leading the pack is none other than Kendrick Lamar with a whopping nine nominations, making him the artist to watch.

"It feels surreal to be recognized among such talent," commented Lamar in a recent interview, expressing his gratitude for the industry nod.

Hot on his heels are Lady Gaga, Jack Antonoff, and Cirkut with seven nominations each. Meanwhile, Bad Bunny, Leon Thomas, Sabrina Carpenter, and Serban Ghenea each snagged six nods. SZA, Doechii, Clipse, and Tyler, The Creator are also turning heads with five nominations each.

Record of the Year Contenders

The Record of the Year category is as competitive as ever, featuring hits like "DtMF" by Bad Bunny, "Apt." by ROSÉ & Bruno Mars, and "Manchild" by Sabrina Carpenter. Other contenders include "Anxiety" by Doechii, "Wildflower" by Billie Eilish, "Luther" by Kendrick Lamar with SZA, "Abracadabra" by Lady Gaga, and "The Subway" by Chappell Roan.

Live Performances to Rock the Night

The lineup of performers is nothing short of electrifying. Expect show-stopping acts from the likes of Addison Rae, The Marias, Alex Warren, and Clipse. Leon Thomas and Olivia Dean are also set to bring the house down, alongside acts like KATSEYE, SOMBR, Pharrell Williams, and Sabrina Carpenter.

The night promises to be a quintessential Los Angeles affair, mixing glitz, glamour, and SoCal vibes with the best sounds in the industry. Don't miss out on what is sure to be an unforgettable night in music history.