TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The annual music awards event, the Grammy Awards 2026, has once again taken the center stage of conversations for the global music industry. Not only for its prestigious list of nominations representing the music landscape of the past year, but also because of the gradually announced lineup of performers, immediately sparking enthusiasm among fans worldwide.
Set to take place on February 1, 2026, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, this year's Grammy Awards are predicted to feature an exciting combination of established musicians, cross-generational collaborations, and emerging talents currently at the peak of their popularity.
Grammy Awards 2026 and the Global Musical Direction
The Grammys reflect the direction of the global music industry, with 2026 showcasing a growing trend towards global music, genre-blending, and the dominance of a new generation no longer confined to a single musical style.
From pop, R&B, hip-hop, and Latin to K-pop, the list of nominees and performers for the 2026 Grammys demonstrates how genre boundaries are becoming more fluid, and the global audience is becoming increasingly diverse.
Announced Lineup of Performers for the 2026 Grammy Awards
Several main performers have been confirmed to grace the stage at the 2026 Grammy Awards. Although this list may still potentially expand, the already announced names are promising enough for an evening filled with iconic moments.
Sabrina Carpenter
Sabrina Carpenter is one of the most attention-grabbing names at the 2026 Grammy Awards. With strong commercial and critical achievements throughout the year, she is set to perform songs from her latest album, which has also propelled her into several major Grammy nominations.
Her performance is highly anticipated not only for her vocal quality and stage presence but also for her position as a symbol of the modern pop transition, growing more mature and personal.
Clipse and Pharrell Williams
The presence of Clipse with Pharrell Williams is one of the most anticipated moments. This collaboration brings a nostalgic touch of early 2000s hip-hop alongside the continued musical relevance.
Pharrell, known as a visionary producer and a cross-genre icon, is expected to deliver a performance with strong artistic concepts, while Clipse brings the distinctive energy of classic rap to the Grammy stage.
Special Segment: Best New Artist - Stage for the New Generation
One of the main highlights of the 2026 Grammy Awards is the special segment for Best New Artist, featuring all the nominees in a series of performances.
The list of names in this category reflects the diversity of voices from the new generation:
Addison Rae
Alex Warren
KATSEYE
Leon Thomas
Lola Young
Olivia Dean
SOMBR
The Marías
This segment will become a signifier of which musicians are predicted to shape the future of the global music industry in the coming years.
Official Presenters at the 2026 Grammy Awards
In the first wave of official presenter announcements for the 2026 Grammy Awards, two major names have been confirmed to take the stage to present awards in specific categories: Harry Styles and Doechii.
Harry Styles has previously won multiple Grammys, including Album of the Year and Best Pop Vocal Album. Doechii, a rap and R&B artist with a major career breakthrough, is one of the strongest nominees at the 2026 Grammys while set to take the stage as a presenter.
Main Highlights of the 2026 Grammy Awards
Aside from the lineup of performers, the 2026 Grammy Awards have also sparked discussions due to the list of nominations in the major categories, bringing together big names from various genres.
Album of the Year
The Album of the Year category once again presents fierce competition between established musicians and emerging stars. The nominees are:
- DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS, Bad Bunny
- SWAG, Justin Bieber
- Man’s Best Friend, Sabrina Carpenter
- Let God Sort Em Out, Clipse, Pusha T & Malice
- MAYHEM, Lady Gaga
- GNX, Kendrick Lamar
- MUTT, Leon Thomas
- CHROMAKOPIA, Tyler, The Creator
Record and Song of the Year
In the Record and Song of the Year categories, the competition is not just about popularity but also about production quality, lyrical strength, and cultural impact. The nominated songs reflect how contemporary pop music is becoming more political, emotional, and daring to experiment.
The nominees for 'Record of the Year' are:
- “DtMF,” Bad Bunny
- “Manchild,” Sabrina Carpenter
- "Anxiety,” Doechii
- “WILDFLOWER,” Billie Eilish
- “Abracadabra,” Lady Gaga
- “Luther,” Kendrick Lamar With SZA
- “The Subway,” Chappell Roan
- “APT.,” ROSÉ, Bruno Mars
The nominees for 'Song of the Year' are:
- “Abracadabra,” Lady Gaga
- “Anxiety,” Doechii
- “APT.,” ROSÉ, Bruno Mars
- “DtMF,” Bad Bunny
- “Golden [From KPop Demon Hunters]”, HUNTR/X: EJAE, Audrey Nuna, REI AMI
- “luther,” Kendrick Lamar With SZA
- “Manchild,” Sabrina Carpenter
- “WILDFLOWER,” Billie Eilish
Best New Artist
The Best New Artist category is one of the most anticipated, considering many past winners of this category have gone on to become global superstars.
Grammy Awards 2026 and Global Music Representation
One of the most prominent aspects of the 2026 Grammy Awards is the growing representation of non-Western music. Latin artists, musicians with roots in modern R&B and soul, as well as the influence of K-pop and global pop, have become integral parts of the Grammy stage.
This phenomenon marks a significant change in the music industry, where the global market is no longer just a complement but rather the primary center of growth.
With a continuously updated lineup of performers, surprising nominations, and a music direction that is becoming more inclusive, the 2026 Grammy Awards captures the changing tastes and values in the global music industry.
This year's Grammy is sure to celebrate creativity, diverse voices, and an important moment for the new generation of musicians ready to take over the world stage.
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