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Grammys 2026: Lamar Leads Nominations on Music's Big Night

2 Feb

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Summary

Kendrick Lamar secured the most nominations with nine.
All five major nominees are competing for top awards.
Two new categories debut at this year's Grammy Awards.

Grammys 2026: Lamar Leads Nominations on Music's Big Night

The highly anticipated Grammy Awards ceremony, renowned as 'music's biggest night,' is currently unfolding in Los Angeles.

Leading the pack with an impressive nine nominations is rap superstar Kendrick Lamar. He is joined by other prominent artists such as Bad Bunny, Doechii, Lady Gaga, and Sabrina Carpenter, all of whom are nominated for prestigious awards including Record of the Year and Album of the Year.

This year's event sees the return of a fan-favorite practice: all nominees for Best New Artist will perform live. This includes emerging talents like Addison Rae, Alex Warren, KATSEYE, Leon Thomas, Lola Young, Olivia Dean, sombr, and The Marías.