Fatimah Otunsanya
The 2026 Grammy Awards have announced their nominations, showcasing a diverse range of talented artists.
Kendrick Lamar tops the list with nine nominations, followed closely by Lady Gaga with seven.
The ceremony will take place on February 1, 2026, at the Cryptocom Arena in Los Angeles.
African artists have made a significant impact, with Burna Boy, Davido, Omah Lay, Ayra Starr, and Wizkid all receiving nominations.
Burna Boy leads the African contingent with two nominations: Best African Music Performance for “Love” and Best Global Music Album for “No Sign of Weakness”, Ayra Star featuring Wizkid nominated for “Gimme dat”, Davido and Omah Lay nominated for their hit song “With you”
Other notable nominations include Sabrina Carpenter’s second consecutive Album of the Year nod for “Man’s Best Friend” and Lady Gaga’s fifth Album of the Year nod for “MAYHEM.”
The Best New Artist category features emerging stars like KATSEYE, Olivia Dean, and Addison Rae.
The 2026 Grammys also introduce two new categories: Best Traditional Country Album and Best Album Cover.