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Zach Top Wins Inaugural Traditional Country Grammy
2 Feb
Summary
- Zach Top won the first-ever Grammy for Best Traditional Country Album.
- The Recording Academy split the country album category into two this year.
- Top also received nominations for best country song and solo performance.
Zach Top has made history by winning the inaugural Grammy Award for Best Traditional Country Album for his sophomore release, "Ain't In It for My Health." This significant achievement came during the Grammy Premiere Ceremony on Sunday, February 1st, 2026. The win is particularly notable due to the Recording Academy's recent decision to divide the country album category into two distinct awards: Best Traditional Country Album and Best Contemporary Country Album. This change aims to provide broader recognition for the diverse sounds within country music, aligning with similar distinctions in genres like R&B and blues.
Top's "Ain't In It for My Health," largely co-written and produced by Carson Chamberlain, was lauded in the new traditional category. He was nominated alongside respected artists such as Willie Nelson and Margo Price. Beyond his album win, Top also earned nominations for best country song and best country solo performance for his hit single "I Never Lie," underscoring his strong presence in the genre. This expansion of Grammy categories reflects an evolving music landscape, as acknowledged by Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr., who noted the increasing blend of genres and global influences in contemporary music.
