The Grammy Awards are back with a bang, and this year's ceremony promises to be a captivating spectacle! But will it live up to the hype after the 2025 show's unique focus?
The 68th Grammy Awards, held in Los Angeles, will mark a significant shift in tone from the previous year's event, which was dedicated to relief efforts for the devastating wildfires. This time, the spotlight returns to the music industry's brightest stars.
Controversial decisions are already making headlines. Kendrick Lamar, the leading nominee with nine nods, will compete against Lady Gaga, Bad Bunny, and other top artists. The show will be hosted by Trevor Noah, who returns for his sixth and final year, adding a touch of familiarity to the evening.
Here's how you can be a part of this musical extravaganza:
Watch the Red Carpet and the Main Show:
- The red carpet will be a star-studded affair, with AP's live coverage capturing the glamour. Kendrick Lamar's nine nominations make him the artist to watch, alongside Bad Bunny, Billie Eilish, Clipse, Lady Gaga, Sabrina Carpenter, SZA, and Tyler, the Creator.
- Tune in to CBS at 8 p.m. Eastern on Feb. 1 to catch the main event live. Alternatively, stream it through live TV services like Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, or FuboTV.
- Paramount+ subscribers with a premium plan can stream the Grammys live, while essential subscribers can access it on-demand the following day.
The Premiere Ceremony and Red Carpet Pre-Show:
- The premiere ceremony, a prelude to the main event, will take place at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, starting at 3:30 p.m. Eastern and 12:30 p.m. Pacific. Watch it on the Recording Academy's YouTube channel or live.GRAMMY.com.
- The Associated Press will bring you four hours of red carpet magic, featuring interviews and fashion highlights, available on YouTube and APNews.com before the main show.
The Nominees and Their Achievements:
- Kendrick Lamar dominates the nominations with nine, followed by Lady Gaga, Jack Antonoff, and Cirkut with seven each. These artists are set to battle it out for the top honors.
- Sabrina Carpenter, Bad Bunny, Leon Thomas, and Serban Ghenea are close behind with six nominations each, while Andrew Watt, Clipse, Doechii, Sounwave, SZA, Turnstile, and Tyler, the Creator have five nominations apiece.
The Star-Studded Lineup of Presenters and Performers:
- Presenters include Doechii, Harry Styles, Carole King, Chappell Roan, Charli XCX, and many more, bringing diversity to the stage.
- Justin Bieber, Clipse, Pharrell Williams, and a host of other talented artists will perform, including all eight best new artist nominees: Leon Thomas, Olivia Dean, Katseye, The Marías, Addison Rae, sombr, Alex Warren, and Lola Young.
- Special tributes will be paid by Reba McEntire, Brandy Clark, and Lukas Nelson for the 'In Memoriam' segment, and Ms. Lauryn Hill will honor D'Angelo and Roberta Flack. A performance by Post Malone, Andrew Watt, Chad Smith, Duff McKagan, and Slash will celebrate Ozzy Osbourne's legacy.
The 2026 Grammy Awards are shaping up to be an unforgettable night, blending music, fashion, and emotion. Will it be a night of surprises, or will the favorites sweep the awards? And what impact will the return to a traditional format have on the show's success? You decide! Share your predictions and thoughts in the comments below.
