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Island Records Makes Grammy History: Back-to-Back Wins!
4 Feb
Summary
- Island Records secured consecutive Best New Artist Grammys.
- This rare achievement echoes a feat last accomplished by Epic Records.
- Warner Bros. Records was the first label with back-to-back wins.
Island Records has achieved a significant feat in music industry history, securing the Grammy Award for Best New Artist in two consecutive years. This remarkable achievement marks the first time a record label has accomplished this in at least four decades. The label's winning streak began with Chappell Roan's victory at the 2025 ceremony, followed by Olivia Dean's win at the 68th annual Grammy Awards held on February 1, 2026.
This back-to-back success by Island Records echoes a rare accomplishment previously held by Epic Records in the mid-1980s, which saw three consecutive wins. Prior to Epic, Warner Bros. Records also achieved this distinction in the early 1980s, with artists Rickie Lee Jones and Christopher Cross winning in 1980 and 1981, respectively. These historic wins highlight a legacy of identifying and nurturing breakthrough talent within the music industry.
