Home / Arts and Entertainment / Warner Records Celebrates Grammy Hall of Fame Honor
Warner Records Celebrates Grammy Hall of Fame Honor
9 May
Summary
- Warner Records honored at 2026 Grammy Hall of Fame Gala.
- CEO credits Mo Ostin's advice on artist support and experimentation.
- Teddy Swims and Josh Groban performed to honor the label.
The 2026 Grammy Hall of Fame Gala, held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on May 9, honored Warner Records as its label recipient. Accepting the award, Warner Records Group co-chairman and CEO Aaron Bay-Schuck shared advice from the late Mo Ostin, emphasizing the importance of creating a supportive environment for artists to experiment and grow. He stated this approach confirmed the label's success.
This marks the third consecutive year the gala has featured a label tribute. Bay-Schuck and co-chairman & COO Tom Corson accepted the honor, acknowledging the label's storied past with artists like Prince and Madonna. They committed to prioritizing talent, quality, and artist development over fleeting trends.
Performances by Warner artists Teddy Swims and Josh Groban highlighted the evening. Groban thanked the label for believing in him, while Swims performed chart-topping hits. The event underscored Warner Records' dedication to its legacy and its artists.
