The Grammy Awards are back with a bang, and the excitement is palpable! But who will take home the golden gramophone this year?
Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande have already made history by winning the first Grammy Award of the night, but they weren't there to witness the moment. The dynamic duo claimed the prize for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for their collaboration on 'Defying Gravity'.
The 68th annual Grammy Awards, held at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, kicked off with a vibrant Premiere Ceremony, hosted by Darren Criss. This pre-telecast event set the tone for a celebration of music, a stark contrast to last year's focus on relief efforts after the tragic wildfires. And what a celebration it was!
Earth, Wind & Fire, accompanied by an all-star cast, delivered a rousing opening performance that had everyone on their feet. Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason jr. couldn't have said it better: 'That's how you start a show!'
But here's where it gets interesting. The 2026 Grammys are set to be a night of fierce competition, with Kendrick Lamar leading the pack with a whopping nine nominations. Lady Gaga, Jack Antonoff, and Cirkut are hot on his heels with seven nominations each. And with six nominations each, Sabrina Carpenter, Bad Bunny, Leon Thomas, and Serban Ghenea are not far behind.
And the star-studded list doesn't end there! The Grammys will see performances by Justin Bieber, Clipse, Pharrell Williams, and many more. Plus, a special in memoriam performance by Reba McEntire, Brandy Clark, and Lukas Nelson, and tributes to music legends D'Angelo and Roberta Flack, as well as Ozzy Osbourne.
The red carpet will be buzzing with celebrities, and you can catch all the action live on CBS or stream it through various services. The Premiere Ceremony will also be streamed on the Recording Academy's YouTube channel, so you won't miss a beat.
Will Kendrick Lamar sweep the awards? Who will be the breakout star of the night? Stay tuned as the music industry's biggest night unfolds, and don't forget to share your predictions and opinions in the comments below!
