The 68th Annual Grammy Awards are officially set for Sunday, February 1, 2026, as the Recording Academy unveiled the full list of nominees across 95 categories, spotlighting the most influential recordings, artists, and creators of the past year.
The ceremony will take place at Crypto.com Arena and will air live on CBS, with live and on-demand streaming available via Paramount+.
When & Where to Watch
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Date: Sunday, February 1, 2026
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Location: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles
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Live Broadcast: CBS
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Streaming: Paramount+
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Premiere Ceremony: Held earlier in the day, honoring winners in many genre-specific categories, including Christian and Gospel music
Host, Producers & Creative Direction
The 2026 telecast will be hosted by Trevor Noah, marking his sixth and final time as Grammy host. The show is executive-produced by Ben Winston, with Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. continuing to guide the organization's vision for the awards.
Performers
The Premiere Ceremony performance lineup highlights a range of genres and artists, including current Grammy nominees:
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Grace Potter - opening number performer
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Israel Houghton - acclaimed Gospel/Christian artist
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Lila Iké
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Maggie Rose
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Trombone Shorty - also involved in the opening number
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Darren Criss - as a performer
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Helen J Shen
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Spiritbox
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Tasha Cobbs Leonard - Gospel nominee and performer
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Zara Larsson
These performances celebrate both mainstream and genre-specific excellence across contemporary and roots music
Nomination Highlights
This year's nominations reflect the global and genre-spanning reach of modern music.
Among the most nominated artists:
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Kendrick Lamar leads the field with nine nominations
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Bad Bunny earns major nominations including Album and Record of the Year
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Lady Gaga, Sabrina Carpenter, and Doechii also feature prominently across key categories
The eligibility period for the 2026 Grammys runs from August 31, 2024, through August 30, 2025.
Christian & Gospel Music Nominations
Christian and Gospel artists are once again represented in multiple Grammy categories, highlighting the continued influence and artistic achievement of faith-based music. Nominees in the 2026 Gospel and Christian fields include:
Best Gospel Performance/Song
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Do It Again - Kirk Franklin
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Church - Tasha Cobbs Leonard & John Legend
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Still Live - Jonathan McReynolds & Jamal Roberts
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Amen - Pastor Mike Jr.
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Come Jesus Come - CeCe Winans
Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song
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I Know a Name - Elevation Worship with Chris Brown & Brandon Lake
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Your Way's Better - Forrest Frank
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Hard Fought Hallelujah - Brandon Lake with Jelly Roll
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Headphones - Lecrae, Killer Mike & T.I.
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Amazing - Darrel Walls & PJ Morton
Best Gospel Album
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Sunny Days - Yolanda Adams
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Tasha - Tasha Cobbs Leonard
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Live Breathe Fight - Tamela Mann
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Only on the Road Live - Tye Tribbett
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Heart of Mine - Darrel Walls & PJ Morton
Best Contemporary Christian Music Album
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Child of God II - Forrest Frank
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Coritos Vol. 1 - Israel & New Breed
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King of Hearts - Brandon Lake
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Reconstruction - Lecrae
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Let the Church Sing - Tauren Wells
Best Roots Gospel Album
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I Will Not Be Moved (live) - Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir
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Then Came the Morning - Gaither Vocal Band
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Praise & Worship: More Than a Hollow Hallelujah - The Isaacs
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Good Answers - Karen Peck and New River
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Back to My Roots - Candi Staton
These nominations demonstrate the thriving breadth of Christian and Gospel music recognized at the Recording Academy's highest level.
What to Expect on Grammy Night
Viewers can anticipate:
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Major live performances and surprise collaborations
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Emotional acceptance speeches and milestone wins
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Tributes honoring music legends and industry icons
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A global celebration of music across cultures, genres, and generations
As the countdown to February 1 continues, the 2026 Grammy Awards promise a night that reflects both the evolving sound of popular music and the enduring influence of Gospel and Christian artistry.
