Grammy Awards 2026: Everything You Need to Know

Mon Feb 02 2026 07:23:22 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)

The 2026 Grammy Awards are set to take place in Los Angeles with Kendrick Lamar leading the nominations. Here's how to watch and predictions for potential winners.

The Grammy Awards celebrate the best in music, and the 2026 ceremony is no exception. Highlights include Kendrick Lamar leading with nine nominations and a showdown between Bad Bunny, Lady Gaga, and more in key categories. The event promises star performances and important discussions on political issues in the industry. This year's ceremony can be watched online, providing easy access to all music fans.

Grammy Awards 2026: Everything You Need to Know

At the ripe old age of 67, the Grammy Awards are still considered music's biggest night. This year's ceremony takes place in LA on Sunday, with everyone from Harry Styles to Chaka Khan set to attend.

Kendrick Lamar tops the nominations with nine nods, most of them for his sixth album, GNX. He was the main winner at last year's ceremony, too, winning both record and song of the year for his diss track, Not Like Us.

Other contenders include Lady Gaga with seven nominations, along with Bad Bunny, Sabrina Carpenter, and Leon Thomas, each with six. In total, there are 95 awards, distributed over a mind-boggling eight hours.

Here's everything you need to know ahead of the ceremony, including predictions, how to watch, and notable nominees.

Key Predictions

Album of the Year: Most insiders agree there’s a three-way race between Bad Bunny, Kendrick Lamar, and Lady Gaga.
Best New Artist: Olivia Dean emerges as a strong contender, paired against Lola Young and Leon Thomas.
Record of the Year: Kendrick Lamar and SZA’s duet Luther is positioned as a favorite alongside Rosé and Bruno Mars' APT.

How to Watch

The Grammy Awards can be streamed live on various platforms, including the Recording Academy's YouTube channel and live.grammy.com. The main show kicks off at 5 PM local time in Los Angeles, which translates to 1 AM the next morning in the UK.

Political Statements & Performances

This year's show is expected to address current political issues in the U.S., with artists like Billie Eilish and Bad Bunny likely to use their platforms for social commentary.

Stay tuned for an exciting night celebrating the best in music!