The Los Angeles‑based band The Marías has confirmed they will perform during the Best New Artist segment at the 68th Annual GRAMMY Awards on February 1, 2026, adding their dreamy indie pop and psychedelic‑soul sound to a lineup already buzzing with breakout stars and returning icons.
Founded in 2016 by lead vocalist María Zardoya and drummer/producer Josh Conway, along with Jesse Perlman and Edward James, The Marías have steadily carved out a distinctive niche with songs that blend indie pop, dream pop, and jazz‑inflected rhythms, delivered in both English and Spanish. Their music often explores themes of romance, emotional introspection, and lived experience, resonating with audiences who appreciate artistry rooted in genuine feeling rather than purely commercial trends.
This year marks the band's first prominent GRAMMY moment as a Best New Artist nominee, alongside peers like Addison Rae, Olivia Dean, and Katseye. Their recent singles, including the chart‑topping "Back to Me," helped secure their spot among 2026's most talked‑about breakthrough acts.
While The Marías' music isn't explicitly religious, many fans find a deeper spiritual resonance in their work - especially in the way their lyrics sometimes touch on personal transformation, vulnerability, and hope amidst uncertainty. That emotional richness can mirror a sense of faith for listeners who find more than surface‑level meaning in art. (This nuance reflects how secular music can intersect with listeners' faith experiences even when not centered on sacred themes.)
Their performance at the GRAMMYs' prestigious awards stage not only spotlights their rising commercial and artistic profile, but also underscores the increasingly varied tapestry of voices celebrated in contemporary music - from worship‑driven gospel to genre‑bending indie pop.
As anticipation builds for Music's Biggest Night, The Marías' inclusion promises a moment of atmospheric sophistication and cross‑genre appeal when the awards broadcast live on CBS and stream on Paramount+ on Sunday, February 1.
