Hip-hop powerhouse Kendrick Lamar is dominating early Grammy coverage this season after earning nine nominations for the 2026 Grammy Awards, the most of any artist this year. The 68th Annual Grammy Awards will take place February 1, 2026, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
Lamar's slate spans major categories, including Album of the Year for GNX and multiple entries in Record of the Year and Song of the Year - notably for his collaboration "luther" with SZA. His significant haul highlights both commercial impact and critical acclaim, reinforcing his role as one of the most influential voices in contemporary hip-hop.
Trailing closely behind Kendrick are longtime collaborators and top producers Lady Gaga and Jack Antonoff, each with seven nominations, and Bad Bunny, Leon Thomas III, and Sabrina Carpenter, each receiving six nods. This diverse group reflects a wide musical landscape - from genre-defying rap to global pop, rock, and emerging stars.
The Recording Academy's nomination announcement has already sparked discussions among fans and music critics alike, with GNX seen as a strong contender for the night's most prestigious prizes. Industry watchers are also keeping an eye on breakout nominees in categories like Best New Artist, where acts like Olivia Dean and Addison Rae are generating buzz.
With less than a week to go before music's biggest night, anticipation continues to build for what promises to be one of the most memorable Grammy ceremonies in recent years.
