2026 Grammy Awards Nominations: Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, and Sabrina Carpenter Lead the Pack
The 2026 Grammy Awards nominations have been revealed, with Kendrick Lamar, Sabrina Carpenter, and Lady Gaga leading the pack. Lamar secured nine nominations, including Record of the Year, Album of the Year, and Song of the Year. Lady Gaga received seven nominations, marking her first simultaneous nominations in all three major categories. Carpenter also garnered six nominations, including Record of the Year and Album of the Year.
The eligibility period for nominations spanned from Aug. 31, 2024, to Aug. 30, 2025, with only recordings released in the U.S. during this time considered. The final round of Grammy voting to determine the winners will take place from Dec. 12 to Jan. 5. Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. expressed excitement about the diverse musical landscape represented by this year's nominees.
The 68th annual Grammy Awards ceremony is scheduled for Feb. 1st at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, and will be broadcast live on CBS and Paramount+. Stay tuned for the celebration of the talented individuals shaping the music industry. To view the complete list of nominees, visit the official Grammy Awards website.