The Grammys will reintroduce the award for best album cover at the 2026 ceremony after a 53-year hiatus, recognizing the importance of album artwork in the digital age. The category was last awarded in 1973 and is being revived to honor creativity in visual design, with nominations including artists like Tyler the Creator and Bad Bunny. The change aims to better acknowledge the significance of album covers, which remain culturally impactful even in a digital world, and will include trophies for art directors and designers.
The Grammy Awards are introducing a new category for best album cover art, recognizing the creative work behind album visuals, with Wet Leg's Moisturizer leading the nominations alongside other artists like Bad Bunny and Tyler, the Creator, highlighting the importance of visual art in music's digital age.
KATSEYE, a rising girl group, has revealed they have received numerous death threats and online hate since their debut in 2024, which they find heavy and jarring despite understanding it's part of fame. The group emphasizes their humanity and the support they give each other amid their rapid rise, including a Grammy nomination and chart success.
Tate McRae received her first Grammy nomination for best dance pop recording with 'Just Keep Watching' from the movie F1, despite her album 'So Close to What' being shut out of other categories, including best new artist, which she was ineligible for due to submission limits. She continues her world tour and celebrates her recent successes.
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.
The article lists the nominees for the main categories of the 68th Grammy Awards, scheduled for February 1, 2026, highlighting key contenders across various genres including pop, rock, rap, country, and more.
Taylor Swift was not nominated for the 2026 Grammys because her album 'The Life of a Showgirl' was released outside the eligibility period, but she remains a highly awarded artist with 14 Grammys and a record four Album of the Year wins. The 2026 Grammys will be held on February 1 in Los Angeles.
Taylor Swift's album 'The Life of a Showgirl' was not eligible for the 2026 Grammys as it was released after the eligibility period, leading to her absence from nominations for the first time since 2018, despite her previous success and record-breaking career.
Mick Fleetwood and Joe Perry are among 19 presenters announced for the upcoming Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony, featuring a wide array of legendary artists and bands.
The MTV Video Music Awards saw a 42% increase in viewership with its first-time broadcast on CBS, attracting 5.5 million viewers and becoming the most-watched entertainment event on CBS since the Grammys in February 2025, despite competition from an NFL game.
Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande, and Sabrina Carpenter were the big winners at the MTV VMAs, celebrating female artists with Gaga winning four awards including artist of the year, and Grande and Carpenter each taking home three. The event featured emotional speeches, performances, and tributes, notably honoring Ozzy Osbourne and highlighting themes of equality and visibility in music.
Lady Gaga was the top winner at the 2025 MTV VMAs with four awards, including artist of the year, after leading nominations with 12. Ariana Grande, Sabrina Carpenter, ROSÉ, and Lisa also secured multiple trophies. The event honored various artists across categories like video of the year, best collaboration, and genre-specific awards, with special recognitions for Mariah Carey, Ricky Martin, and Busta Rhymes.
Lady Gaga won Artist of the Year at the 2025 MTV VMAs and delivered an inspiring speech emphasizing the importance of art, connection, and community, dedicating her award to her fans and partner while balancing her performance commitments.
The 2025 MTV Video Music Awards are taking place at UBS Arena with a star-studded lineup including Mariah Carey, Lady Gaga, Aerosmith, and more, hosted by LL Cool J. The event features debut performances, tributes, and award presentations, broadcast across CBS, MTV, and streaming platforms.
Julie Andrews won her first Primetime Emmy in 20 years for her voice-over performance in Bridgerton during Night 1 of the 2025 Creative Arts Emmys, which also celebrated multiple winners in music categories and highlighted the event's diverse achievements in television and music.
