The 68th Annual Grammy Awards are set to take place on February 1 at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, returning to their usual format following last year's event, which was adapted to support relief operations after severe wildfires affected the Los Angeles area. Harvey Mason Jr., the Recording Academy's CEO and President, expressed optimism about the upcoming show, anticipating memorable milestones as artists receive nominations in categories new to them and fresh talent makes an impact.
Broadcast and Streaming Options
The main event will be broadcast live on CBS beginning at 8 p.m. Eastern Time on February 1. Viewers preferring streaming can access the ceremony via live TV streaming services that offer CBS, including Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, and FuboTV. Subscribers to Paramount+'s premium package will have live streaming capabilities for the show, while those on the essential plan can view it on demand the following day.
In addition to the main ceremony, the premiere awards ceremony will commence at 3:30 p.m. Eastern (12:30 p.m. Pacific) at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. This event will be available to stream on the Recording Academy's official YouTube channel and on live.GRAMMY.com, providing audiences with broader coverage of the awards leading up to the main show.
Performers and Nominees
Among the performers, Sabrina Carpenter has been announced as a featured artist, marking her as the first performer to be revealed. Carpenter stands out as a leading nominee with six nominations spanning key categories such as Record of the Year, Album of the Year, Song of the Year, Pop Solo Performance, Pop Vocal Album, and Music Video. Additional performers are expected to be announced in the near future.
Hosting the Event
Comedian Trevor Noah returns as host for his sixth consecutive and final Grammy Awards. Ben Winston, the executive producer of the Grammys, praised Noah's combination of wit, insight, and genuine appreciation for music and artists, acknowledging his significant contribution to shaping the show over the past six years.
Noah's hosting tenure places him among notable figures like Andy Williams and John Denver, both musical artists who have hosted six or more Grammy telecasts. As a four-time Grammy nominee himself, Noah brings a unique perspective to the role, currently nominated for his audiobook narration work on "Into The Uncut Grass."
Mason highlighted Noah's skill in balancing humor, intelligence, and fandom, underscoring the difficulty in finding such a blend. The decision for Noah to step down aligns with his career progression and desire to pursue new endeavors, with the Recording Academy expressing appreciation for his years of service and influence on the show's evolution.
Red Carpet Coverage
The Associated Press will provide a comprehensive four-hour red carpet program featuring artist interviews and fashion highlights. This coverage will be accessible via live streams on YouTube and APNews.com, offering audiences an immersive experience leading up to the ceremony.
Grammy Nominations Overview
Kendrick Lamar leads this year's Grammy nominations with a total of nine nods. He is recognized in major categories including Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Album of the Year — achieving this trio of simultaneous nominations for the third time. Additional nominations for Lamar include Pop Duo/Group Performance, Melodic Rap Performance, Rap Song, Rap Album, and two nominations in the Rap Performance category.
Following Lamar, Lady Gaga, Jack Antonoff, and Canadian producer/songwriter Cirkut each have seven nominations. Other notable nominees with six nods include Bad Bunny, Leon Thomas, Serban Ghenea, and Sabrina Carpenter. Artists Andrew Watt, Clipse, Doechii, Sounwave, SZA, Turnstile, and Tyler, the Creator each received five nominations.
The Best New Artist category features contenders such as Leon Thomas, the global girl group Katseye, Olivia Dean, The Marías, Addison Rae, sombr, Alex Warren, and Lola Young. Newcomers like Tate McRae, Zara Larsson, PinkPantheress, JID, and actor Timothée Chalamet also earned their first Grammy nominations this year.
The Recording Academy has provided ongoing coverage and additional information regarding the Grammy Awards on its dedicated news hub.