Chappell Roan performed her song 'The Subway' on Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve, celebrating her successful year with a pre-recorded performance from Kansas City. The event featured numerous artists across the U.S., and Roan's song received Grammy nominations, marking a significant milestone in her rising career.
Richard Smallwood, a renowned gospel singer and composer with eight Grammy nominations known for songs like 'Total Praise,' has died at age 77 due to complications from kidney failure, leaving a lasting legacy in gospel music.
Richard Smallwood, a renowned Grammy-nominated gospel singer, pianist, and songwriter known for hits like 'Total Praise,' has died at age 77 due to complications from kidney failure. His influential career included multiple awards and covers by artists like Whitney Houston and Destiny’s Child.
Christian music is experiencing a resurgence, blending genres and appealing to younger audiences through streaming and social media, leading to mainstream recognition and Grammy nominations for artists across genres, reflecting a broader cultural shift towards authenticity and spiritual connection.
Addison Rae's debut album 'Addison' defied critics' low expectations, earning rave reviews and a Grammy nomination, despite initial skepticism from her record label and public assumptions that her music would be 'bad' or 'soulless'.
Haim, an all-female band, is nominated for a Grammy for best rock album with their fourth album 'I Quit,' marking a historic milestone as the first all-female band to be in contention for this award. The band, known for their energetic performances and inspiring young girls to start bands, reflects on their emotional and musical growth, blending rock with pop and hip-hop influences, and shares their journey of resilience and confidence as they continue to dominate festival stages and explore side projects.
Megan from KATSEYE shares her excitement and surprise upon learning the group's Grammy nominations for best new artist and best pop duo/group performance, highlighting the significance of the recognition for their global presence and hard work, and expressing gratitude towards their fans and fellow nominees.
Taylor Swift was seen dining with Sabrina Carpenter in New York City, marking a shift from her recent outings with NFL star Travis Kelce. Sabrina is celebrating multiple Grammy nominations, while Taylor's latest album is ineligible for this year's awards due to release timing. The night out highlights her social life and ongoing music achievements.
The song 'Golden' from the animated movie KPop Demon Hunters is unexpectedly nominated for Song of the Year at the Grammys, marking a rare recognition of a children's movie song and K-pop genre, highlighting the genre's growing mainstream acceptance and popularity.
Interscope led the 2026 Grammy nominations with 21 of 32 in major categories, followed by Island Records with six, highlighting the dominance of Universal Music Group in this year's awards. Notable nominees include Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, Billie Eilish, and Bad Bunny, with several artists achieving back-to-back nominations and record-breaking recognition for their labels.
The Grammy nominations this year highlight parity, with Bad Bunny, Lady Gaga, Kendrick Lamar, and Sabrina Carpenter leading the nominations, showcasing diversity in the music industry.
Women K-pop artists and groups, including BLACKPINK's ROSÉ, the fictional group HUNTR/X from 'KPop Demon Hunters,' and the girl group KATSEYE, received major Grammy nominations in 2026, marking a historic moment as no K-pop artist has won a Grammy before. The nominations highlight the global influence of women in K-pop and their potential to make Grammy history.
The Grammy nominations revealed notable snubs and surprises, including The Weeknd's absence despite ending his feud with the Recording Academy, and Alex Warren's 'Ordinary' being largely ignored despite its success. Other surprises include Turnstile's multiple nominations, KPop Demon Hunters' song of the year nod, and Timothée Chalamet's film soundtrack nomination. The awards saw a lack of country artists and notable omissions of artists like Lorde and Ariana Grande.
Huntrix singers EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami received multiple 2026 Grammy nominations for their work on the KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack, including song of the year for 'Golden,' marking a historic achievement for a K-pop group in the general Grammy categories. The group celebrates this milestone together, highlighting their journey and the significance of their collaboration.
The 2026 Grammy nominations featured expected winners like Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, and Sabrina Carpenter, but also included notable surprises and snubs, such as The Weeknd's absence from key categories and unexpected nominations for artists like Thomas Mutt and KATSEYE, highlighting the evolving landscape of the awards.