Live Coverage From Grammy Week 2026

Once the 2026 Grammys wrapped at the Crypto.com Arena in Downtown Los Angeles, revelers walked around the block at L.A. Live to celebrate the year in music at the Grammy Museum's 2026 Grammy Awards After Party.

The event, which took place at both the Grammy Museum and The Novo next door, mixed energetic live music within a party mood set amid the Museum's exhibits, including Selena: From Texas to the World and Shining Like A National Guitar. This immersive experience created an atmosphere of connection to music's past and its future. All proceeds from the After Party will fund the Grammy Museum's essential music education initiatives.

Grammy-nominated Cuban experimentalist Cimafunk and artists from the Exceleration Jazz and Blues Jam provided live music while guests explored the multiple rooms, venues and Grammy Museum exhibits and snacked on Dolly-Parton-inspired desserts and other treats.

 

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Browsing on the third floor of the Grammy Museum, producer and songwriter Sarah Nagourney found herself engrossed in the Museum's offerings, even in the midst of the party mood. Nagourney has been a member of the Recording Academy for 25 years and hosts a podcast about women in the music industry called "She Creates Noise." "We're trying to find some of our friends who won," Nagourney said, as she traversed the Museum's third floor, drinks in hand. "When I go to events like this, I feel more engaged in the music community. It lets me get to know people I wouldn't have otherwise met."

Peiheng Wu visited from New York to attend both the Grammy Awards ceremony and after party, and saw the party's museum locale as an opportunity to expand his perspective on his work for a talent agency. "I came here to understand more about artists who've performed in the past couple years," Wu said. "Plus, I want to connect with more people." —Rob LeDonne

The Grammy Museum thanks Häagen-Dazs, IBM, Waymo, Budweiser, CenterStaging, Duncan Hines, Frontera Wines, and Reyes Beverage Group for their support of the 2026 Grammy Awards After Party.

On the final day of Grammy House 2026, the American Association of Independent Music (A2IM) hosted its annual breakfast reception. Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Recording Academy Dr. Chelsey Green kicked off the special event with a celebratory update: More than 50 percent of Grammy nominees this year are independent artists, she noted.

"To have 50 percent [of the Grammy] nominations, we're doing well," A2IM Chief Operating Officer Lisa Hresko told Grammy.com, reiterating the importance of the stat. "It's good to be independent." She also noted that the independent sector represents just under 40 percent of the music industry.

A2IM CEO Ian Harrison, meanwhile, noted that the organization has seen a recent surge of support from the Recording Academy, specifically mentioning Harvey Mason jr.'s tenure as CEO.

"The Academy is recognizing that some of the bigger stories in music are in the independent space," Harrison said.

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And that's a wrap on GRAMMY House 2026!  🎉 Our final day started with the A2IM Independent Breakfast bringing together indie music leaders, followed by Golden Hour celebrating the incredible cultural milestones of AAPI+ music creators, and closed with Academy Proud—amplifying LGBTQIA+ voices and representation in the music industry. What an incredible week of music, culture, community & opportunity! 🌟🎶 Thank you to our partners: A2IM, @Amazon Music, The Coca-Cola Company, Coco and Breezy Eyewear, @Dove Beauty & Personal Care, Gold House, @lays, Mastercard, @pacsun, Patrón, The Real Thing Records, @Redken, @Sharpie, AFEELA, Sony Pro, @Stanley 1913, @Vaseline, VOSS, and WellWithAll.

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Another special guest came to stand with the independent music community at Grammy House: Sen. Adam Schiff of California. Schiff has introduced and/or supported several pieces of legislation designed to protect artists, such as the TRAIN Act, the NO FAKES Act, and the American Music Fairness Act.

"We need a diverse set of production companies and labels to bring out all the talent at home and around the world," Schiff told Grammy.com.

During the height of Grammy Week, the A2IM Independent Breakfast celebration provided an opportunity for the independent artist community to connect in person, honor their achievements, and champion independent music and creators on a personal level. —Harry Levin

Yesterday, one of the cornerstones of Grammy Week kicked off at the Beverly Hilton: the Pre-Grammy Gala, the annual event presented by the Recording Academy and industry icon Clive Davis and hosted by the legend himself. A night for the titans of the industry, rising stars, and music executives alike to celebrate the year in music, the Pre-Grammy Gala honored REPUBLIC Founder and CEO Monte Lipman and REPUBLIC Founder and COO Avery Lipman with the 2026 Grammy Salute to Industry Icons honor.

In his opening remarks, Davis reflected on his immense legacy. "The artists who will perform in front of you keep me fresh," Davis said. "This night is so special, you can feel it as soon as you walk in the door."

This year's Pre-Grammy Gala performers ranged from a bevy of current Best New Artist nominees, including SOMBR, Olivia Dean and Alex Warren who jolted the crowd with electric energy. The night also featured heartfelt musical tributes to the artists we've lost in the past year: Machine Gun Kelly and Jelly Roll honored Ozzy Osbourne, while Jennifer Hudson belted out Roberta Flack's "First Time I Ever Saw Your Face" in honor of the late legend. Art Garfunkel closed out the night with a heartfelt version of his landmark "Bridge Over Troubled Water."

Introduced by Universal Music Group Chairman and CEO Sir Lucian Grainge, as well as tributes from Stevie Wonder and Jimmy Fallon (via video package), Avery and Monte Lipman each accepted their Industry Icons honor by emphasizing their devotion to their respective families. Avery recalled how, when he was an assistant for Davis, the executive would always stop whatever he was doing if his family needed him, a lesson that made an impression.

"When we were kids back in the early ‘70s, we found ourselves being together," Avery said of his personal and creative bond with his brother, which ultimately resulted in decades of blockbuster success, from Chumbawumba to the KPop Demon Hunters hit "Golden," which singers Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami, the voices behind the breakout film and song, performed in honor of the Lipman siblings. "We were different," Lipman said. "And, we knew we were different."

The Recording Academy thanks Hilton, IBM, Mastercard and Sony's Professional Audio division for their support of the 2026 Pre-Grammy Gala.

The Recording Academy’s Special Merit Awards took place yesterday at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre, celebrating the legendary voices and visionary contributors who have made an indelible impact on music.  video message from legendary iconic record executive Clive Davis paid tribute to three recipients of the Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Awardor, as he put it, "Three friendships that I treasure": Whitney Houston, Paul Simon and Carlos Santana.

Receiving the award on behalf of Houston, her sister-in-law, Pat Houston, emphasized the late singer's timeless legacy. "Your love ensures that Whitney's voice will never fade," she said. Carlos Santana's son Salvador underscored the ideals that make the "Oye Como Va" guitarist such a spiritual force: "Oneness, peace, light and joy. What matters to my father is not the awards; it's the connection."

Other Special Merit Award recipients included the trailblazing Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti, funk empress Chaka Khan, and the iconic Cher. "This journey has never been mine alone," Khan said from the stage. "It has been guided by something greater than me." In a video greeting, Cher quipped, "When I was 4, I used to run around the house naked singing with a hairbrush. Not much has changed."

The prestigious Trustees Awards were awarded this year to the late salsa wizard Eddie Palmieri, pioneering music executive Sylvia Rhone, and lyricist — and frequent Elton John collaborator — Bernie Taupin. "Songwriters are the luckiest people in the world," Taupin enthused. "I always wanted to tell stories and think outside the box."

Composer and computer innovator John Chowning was celebrated with a Technical Grammy Award. The heart-wrenching ballad "Ice Cream Man." — written by English singer RAYE, BloodPop and Mike Sabath — received the Harry Belafonte Best Song For Social Change Award, while Miami teacher Jennifer Jimenez was recognized with the 2026 Music Educator Award. Jimenez recalled taking her first piano lesson at age 6 and noted that her students had built her a conductor's podium with her parents' names engraved on the bottom. "Band is the family you do get to choose," she reflected.

Following the Special Merit Awards Ceremony, the honorees mingled with artists and creators at the 68th Annual Grammy Nominees Reception, which celebrated current Grammy nominees at the 2026 Grammys. The intimate reception served as the perfect home to honor past legends, current artists, and future stars. —Ernesto Lechner

The Recording Academy thanks Budweiser for their support of the 68th Annual Grammy Nominees Reception.

The Recording Academy closed out Grammy House 2026 with Academy Proud, a celebration to support and amplify the voices of the LGBTQIA+ music community and its allies.

After opening remarks from Adam Roth, Executive Vice President of Global Partnerships & Business Development for the Recording Academy, and DeMarco White, Manager of Business Development & Partnerships at the Academy, Academy Proud host Jus10 delivered a spectacular performance.

"RuPaul's Drag Race" winner Sasha Colby then made her highly anticipated appearance. The drag icon commanded the stage with overflowing confidence, weaving several songs into a cohesive scene. Her take on Kehlani's Grammy-winning "Folded," for example, featured everything from discarded hair curlers to an iconic silver outfit change. Keeping the energy high, Los-Angeles-based pop experimentalist ZEE MACHINE then rocked the stage with their powerful vocals and mesmerizing stage presence, bringing their own fun, feel-good pop-rock edge.

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And that's a wrap on GRAMMY House 2026!  🎉 Our final day started with the A2IM Independent Breakfast bringing together indie music leaders, followed by Golden Hour celebrating the incredible cultural milestones of AAPI+ music creators, and closed with Academy Proud—amplifying LGBTQIA+ voices and representation in the music industry. What an incredible week of music, culture, community & opportunity! 🌟🎶 Thank you to our partners: A2IM, @Amazon Music, The Coca-Cola Company, Coco and Breezy Eyewear, @Dove Beauty & Personal Care, Gold House, @lays, Mastercard, @pacsun, Patrón, The Real Thing Records, @Redken, @Sharpie, AFEELA, Sony Pro, @Stanley 1913, @Vaseline, VOSS, and WellWithAll.

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"If you're feeling hot and sexy, make some noise!" Zara Larsson said as she strutted on stage, clad in a flowy two-piece and flanked by backup dancers, the packed crowd roaring in excitement. With her signature, stunning vocal runs and stellar choreography, the Grammy-nominated Swedish singer's performance was blissful. During her sleeper pop hit "Lush Life," Larsson continued her tradition of bringing an audience member onstage to perform the viral dance break, making for the night's most ecstatic moment.

Fully transformed into a party by the end of the night with a DJ set by Cor.Ece, Academy Proud was more than a whirlwind of excitement: It was an authentic manifestation of how music can shape a thriving community and create a safe space. —Taila Lee

Learn more about the Recording Academy's Academy Proud, a member resource group that celebrates and uplifts LGBTQIA+ Academy members and music professionals at large.

Academy Proud is part of the Recording Academy's DREAM (Diversity Reimagined by Engaging All Music-People) Network, an inclusive network of member resource groups spotlighting the contributions and initiatives of creators and professionals from diverse cultural backgrounds.

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The sun beamed down on Grammy House early Saturday afternoon, as attendees trickled in for Golden Hour. Celebrating and elevating Pan-Asian music creators and leaders, Golden Hour brightly amplified the mission of the Recording Academy's Gold Music Alliance, an initiative supporting Pan-Asian creators while celebrating their cultural heritage and contributions to the music landscape. Elevating and empowering Pan-Asian artists and professionals across the music industry, Golden Hour carved out a dedicated community space for new friendships and connections to grow.

In their opening remarks, the Recording Academy's Kenny Tran, Manager of Partnerships & Business Development, and Ricky Lyon, Director of the Academy's Diversity, Equity & Inclusion department, acknowledged the incredible impact that AAPI+ creators have made on the music industry, shouting out artists who made history with their Grammy nominations this year, including Rosé, KATSEYE and HUNTR/X.

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And that's a wrap on GRAMMY House 2026!  🎉 Our final day started with the A2IM Independent Breakfast bringing together indie music leaders, followed by Golden Hour celebrating the incredible cultural milestones of AAPI+ music creators, and closed with Academy Proud—amplifying LGBTQIA+ voices and representation in the music industry. What an incredible week of music, culture, community & opportunity! 🌟🎶 Thank you to our partners: A2IM, @Amazon Music, The Coca-Cola Company, Coco and Breezy Eyewear, @Dove Beauty & Personal Care, Gold House, @lays, Mastercard, @pacsun, Patrón, The Real Thing Records, @Redken, @Sharpie, AFEELA, Sony Pro, @Stanley 1913, @Vaseline, VOSS, and WellWithAll.

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The energy quickly dialed up with special performances: Grammy-nominated electroacoustic duo ARKAI lit up the stage first, bringing a blazing modern edge to their classical music; Indonesian singer/songwriter Stephanie Poetri enchanted the crowd with sweet contemporary pop, with sundial's Dorothy Chan later joining in for a surprise duet; and Filipino Canadian artist MICO performed an acoustic alt-pop set.

Whether reveling in sublime performances or celebrating the cultural milestones achieved by the AAPI+ music community, Golden Hour glowed warmly with pride and joy. — Taila Lee

Learn more about the Recording Academy's Gold Music Alliance and its mission to support Pan-Asian creators while celebrating their cultural heritage and contributions to the music landscape.

The Gold Music Alliance is part of the Recording Academy's DREAM (Diversity Reimagined by Engaging All Music-People) Network, an inclusive network of member resource groups spotlighting the contributions and initiatives of creators and professionals from diverse cultural backgrounds.

The Recording Academy thanks presenting sponsor AFEELA and participating sponsors Amazon Music and Gold House for their support of Golden Hour.

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Get ready for Music’s Biggest Night! The 2026 Grammys Awards and the Grammy Awards Premiere Ceremony will be live-blogged in real time at our official Grammy Awards Live Blog, bringing you up-to-the-minute updates, the latest winners, all the performances, behind-the-scenes moments, and all the highlights as they happen in real time. Follow every Grammy Award, performance, and red carpet moment at the Grammy Awards Live Blog.

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Last night, the 2026 MusiCares Person of the Year Charity Gala brought the music community together to honor five-time Grammy winner and 2024 Recording Academy Global Impact Award honoree Mariah Carey. The event recognized her philanthropy and community-based charity over the decades and highlighted the important work of MusiCares, the leading charity in music that provides a safety net supporting the health and welfare of the music community.

The celebration featured a wide-spanning lineup of performers paying tribute to Carey and her decades-long career and discography, including unique reimaginations of her classic hits. In one of the night's stand-out performances, Icelandic jazz pop singer/songwriter Laufey flipped Carey's club hit "It's Like That" into a bossa nova take. Elsewhere, Taylor Momsen of The Pretty Reckless joined Foo Fighters to perform a song off Carey's secret grunge album, Someone's Ugly Daughter, which earned a standing ovation from Carey herself. Other performers included Adam Lambert, Billy Porter, Busta Rhymes, Jennifer Hudson, John Legend, Kesha, Maggie Rogers, and many others, underscoring Carey's genre-blending and -bending musical prowess. The evening also featured an opening DJ set by Jermaine Dupri, a longtime Carey collaborator. The gala culminated with a once-in-a-lifetime ensemble performance of Carey's eternal smash hit, "All I Want For Christmas Is You," featuring all the performers of the night alongside Carey herself.

"[Mariah Carey] blends pop accessibility with R&B, gospel and hip-hop songwriting traditions in ways that open the door to genre-fluid pop, especially for female artists who follow," Universal Music Publishing Group CEO Jody Gerson told the audience, reminding people of Carey's boundless sound.

With inspiring performances, heartfelt moments, and the full love and support of Carey herself, the evening underscored the resilience and compassion of the music industry and brought the community together in support of music professionals who are in need now more than ever.

A cornerstone of Grammy Week, the annual MusiCares Person of the Year Charity Gala doubles as a celebration to honor the music and legacy of the honorees and as MusiCares' largest fundraiser of the year. Funds raised from the gala raise critical support for MusiCares' year-round programs and services, which include disaster relief and essential resources for music professionals in need.

Watch more highlights from the 2026 MusiCares Person of the Year Charity Gala below and read the full recap.

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MusiCares thanks AEG, City National Bank, Klipsch Reference Premiere powered by Panasonic Automotive, Meta, PATRÓN tequila, SiriusXM, StageWater, Starbucks, and the Wasserman Foundation for their support of the 2026 MusiCares Person Of The Year Charity Gala.

This year marks Grammy U's 20th anniversary, and in celebration of the special milestone, the premier Recording Academy membership wing took over Grammy House with a pair of spectacular Grammy Week events yesterday.

The Grammy U Masterclass event hosted a daytime conversation with current Grammy nominee YUNGBLUD, moderated by music journalist Allison Hagendorf. Following a warm introduction from Grammy U Managing Director Jessie Allen, Recording Academy Board of Trustees Chair Dr. Chelsey Green reminded the audience of the importance of community.

YUNGBLUD and Hagendorf echoed Green's advice in their wide-ranging discussion, with the rock star reminding Grammy U members to never underestimate the value of working with people you deeply trust. Filled with both laughter and wisdom, the duo's candid conversation covered everything from the "innate sense of family" YUNGBLUD fosters at his concerts to the mentorship he received from the late Ozzy Osbourne.

As the evening grew dark, Grammy House transformed into Grammy U Soundstage, Grammy U's first-ever music festival, spanning three stages. As emerging music professionals snapped photos and formed new connections, five Grammy U member DJs curated a buzzing atmosphere at the outdoor LVL20 Stage. Indoors, Zoe Ko headlined the intimate Indigo Stage with her acoustic lovesick pop, and Grammy U members Sofia Gomez, Jaiel, Acoya, and Lindsay Liebro performed and shone with style.

At the Main Stage, current Grammy nominees Los Wizzards, alongside Grammy U member Isairis, brought the house down with their Miami funk style, followed by Hailey Knox's hypnotizing set. Elsewhere, the Coca-Cola Company debuted an exclusive clip from their Anthem for the FIFA World Cup 26™, released via the company's Real Thing Records. Current Grammy nominee Durand Bernarr was all smiles through his spirited, soulful set. Making the crowd swoon with her striking R&B, Grammy-nominated songstress Ari Lennox closed the magical night with a phenomenal performance.  —Taila Lee

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The Recording Academy and Grammy U thank participating sponsors Mastercard, Sony's Pro Audio Div., and Vaseline for their support of Grammy U Masterclass.

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At the 2026 Entertainment Law Initiative (ELI) Grammy Week Luncheon yesterday, the Recording Academy celebrated the unsung heroes of the music industry: entertainment attorneys. As the premier annual gathering of entertainment attorneys honoring excellence in the field, the celebration, an official Grammy Week event, recognized the nation's top entertainment law practitioners and rising music law students who are in the service of creators.

"Protecting artists is not just a job, it's a responsibility," Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason jr. said in his opening remarks. He regaled the audience of legal music professionals with the sobering reality of an industry in flux. "We're evolving faster than ever, with global growth, new business models, and, of course, we have to talk about AI."

The 2026 ELI Grammy Week Luncheon, now in its 28th year, recognized Paul Robinson, Warner Music Group's executive vice president & general counsel, with the Entertainment Law Initiative Service Award, an honor presented to a legal professional who has dedicated their practice to bettering the music community.

Fred Wistow, Robinson's friend and Warner's former general counsel, introduced the honoree with a humorous and heartfelt speech. "Paul was, is, and stands for everything that is honest, diligent, fair, and self-effacing," Wistow said. "He's loyal, is devoted to his community, and gives credit rather than steals it."

In his acceptance speech, Robinson reminisced on a life of work at Warner, where he initially represented the label as a client in 1988 before eventually joining the company and rising to the upper echelon. He also recapped the rules he learned along the way: It's not about you; roll with the changes; communicate simply and concisely; and bring positivity to problem-solving. "We are so fortunate in doing what we do," Robinson said. "We have genuinely inspiring and enviable jobs in service of the artists, songwriters and their music."

Elsewhere during the luncheon, Justin Fisher, a student at St. Thomas University College of Law, was recognized as the winner of the 2026 ELI Writing Contest for his winning essay, "Uneven Stages: How Inconsistent State Taxation Undermines The Entertainment Industry." Presented in partnership with the American Bar Association, the annual ELI Writing Contest awards scholarships to law students and serves as the embodiment of ELI's mission to support the next generation of entertainment law professionals. —Rob LeDonne

Learn more about the Recording Academy's Entertainment Law Initiative (ELI) and its mission to encourage discussion and debate around legal affairs in the ever-evolving music industry and further the Academy's mission of advocating for creators. Explore ELI's year-round networking mixers, career development events, and educational opportunities for current law practitioners and the next generation of entertainment law professionals.

The Recording Academy thanks Greenberg Traurig, LLP for their support of the Entertainment Law Initiative Grammy Week Luncheon.

A star-studded evening celebrating the illustrious careers of Grammy Award-winning legends Brandy, Kirk Franklin and Pharrell Williams took place last night at the fourth annual Recording Academy Honors presented by the Black Music Collective (BMC), ahead of the 2026 Grammys. Brandy and Franklin were each honored with the Black Music Icon Award, recognizing Black music creators whose artistry, innovation and service have shaped the industry and inspired generations around the world. Williams was presented with the Dr. Dre Global Impact Award, recognizing his musical achievements as well as his entrepreneurial innovation, philanthropic efforts and far-reaching cultural influence worldwide.

"Honoring Brandy, Kirk and Pharrell at this year's Recording Academy Honors underscored the profound influence these three trailblazing artists have had on music and culture," Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason jr. said. "Their excellence, creativity and enduring impact exemplify the legacy we strive to celebrate, and seeing this event continue to grow affirms our dedication to uplifting the Black music community and recognizing its brilliance at the highest level."

A stellar lineup of Grammy winners and nominees took the stage to honor the evening's recipients: Coco Jones, FLO and Kehlani delivered performances celebrating Brandy; Brittany Spencer, Darrel Walls, John Legend, Lecrae, PJ Morton, Tamela Mann, and Voices of Fire paid tribute to Franklin; and Williams was recognized with performances by Clipse and Leon Thomas, capped by a surprise appearance and performance from Justin Timberlake. Brandy and Franklin also delivered unforgettable performances of their own, bringing the room to its feet. Additional appearances throughout the evening included BMC Co-Chairs J. Ivy and Torae, Dr. Dre and Tyler, The Creator.

Adding to the celebration, Grammy Award–winning artist Eve received long-awaited recognition for her work on The Roots' song "You Got Me," which won the Grammy for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group in 2000. Although she was featured on the record, she was inadvertently uncredited at the time. After recently becoming aware of the situation, the Academy honored Eve with a Grammy Award for her contributions to the track. The award was presented to her by Harvey Mason Jr. and Torae.

Since its inception, the BMC has remained dedicated to championing and empowering Black music creators and industry leaders. Past honorees include Alicia Keys, Dr. Dre, JAY-Z, John Legend, Lenny Kravitz, Lil Wayne, Mariah Carey, Missy Elliott, and Sylvia Rhone. In further support of its mission to cultivate the next generation of Black leaders in music, the BMC awarded $85,000 in scholarship grants last year to Black college students and HBCU music programs.

MVD Inc returned for the fourth consecutive year to produce the event, with Adam Blackstone returning as music director. Guests enjoyed specialty cocktails by PATRÓN Tequila throughout the evening.

Learn more about the Recording Academy's Black Music Collective and its mission to recognize and advance Black music and its creators and professionals within the Recording Academy and the music industry at-large.

The Black Music Collective is part of the Recording Academy's DREAM (Diversity Reimagined by Engaging All Music-People) Network, an inclusive network of member resource groups spotlighting the contributions and initiatives of creators and professionals from diverse cultural backgrounds.

The Recording Academy thanks PATRÓN Tequila for their support of Recording Academy Honors.

Last night, the Recording Academy welcomed the world to Grammy House with the inaugural Global Mixtape showcase, a celebration honoring rising worldwide stars. Hosted by Grammy-winning Peruvian artist, producer, composer, and arranger Tony Succar, the event spotlighted the next generation of global talent: Nigerian American five-time Grammy nominee Davido, who's currently nominated for Best African Music Performance; Saudi Arabia's Hajaj; Slovakia's Adéla; and Mexico's Paloma Morphy, the recent winner of the Latin Grammy for Best New Artist.

"The focus [of this event] is to bring awareness that the Academy is really pushing forward global movement — crossing borders, connecting and establishing long-term relationships with other countries to make sure the presence is felt there," Succar told Grammy.com.

While the artists may have represented multiple continents, the music landed with an accessible immediacy. An intimate crowd enthusiastically embraced the genre-spanning performances. Morphy, one of Mexico's standout voices, brought a focused, understated energy to the room, which gave way to Adéla's glamorous pop-soul — including a rendition of Amy Winehouse's "Back to Black" — and Hajaj's retro-leaning soul and smooth R&B.

Davido, one of Afrobeats' most influential global stars, took the stage like he was performing in an arena, backed by a streamlined yet stellar band that amplified his commanding presence. The celebratory mood soared when he launched into "With You," a collaboration with Omah Lay featured on Davido's 2025 album, 5ive. As is customary, Davido prefaced the song with a nod to Michael Jackson's "Thriller," drawing Succar back onstage to further hype the crowd and sending the night to a raucous close.

The Global Mixtape showcase is an extension of the Recording Academy's global expansion and its mission to support music creators around the world. In October, Grammy House will expand globally with the launch of Grammy House Giza in Egypt, further broadening the Academy's mission to connect and uplift music creators worldwide.

Since day one, Grammy House has been the home where every voice belongs. Now, that mission has gone truly global. —Lily Moayeri

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Is AI coming to change music forever? will.i.am certainly seems to think so. At the "Forging Tomorrow's Music Landscape Today" panel at Grammy House yesterday, the Black Eyed Peas frontman relayed what may be coming down the digital pike. Having spent a decade-plus researching and investing in the AI space, will.i.am challenged the Recording Academy to push for artist and estate rights in terms of likeness licenses; he also spoke out against artists and creators further conforming to what might fit an existing algorithm.

"Humans have to decide what's sacred to them," he said, adding that he's increasingly convinced that the music industry is pushing too hard to put artists in specific boxes. Using AI or tricks to chase quick hits or TikTok success, he said, might feel good in the moment, but it's ultimately damaging for both the artist and the industry. "Convenience," he concluded, "comes with a price."

The panel also featured current Grammy nominee Sierra Hull and Christian rap artist Miles Minnick; Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason jr. moderated the panel. —Marah Eakin

Learn more about the Recording Academy's efforts to safeguard human creativity and help creators navigate the use of artificial intelligence.

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"I've been to several Grammy events today, but this one feels a little different," Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason jr. said last night during A Celebration of Black Creators at Grammy House 2026.

Mason jr. was right. Presented by the Academy's Black Music Collective, the gathering will be remembered by many as one of the most stirring Grammy Week events this year — a fiery jam session that underscored the extraordinary vitality and purpose found in the music being made by Black artists today.

Grammy-winning poet J. Ivy, backed by a sympathetic trio of bass, drums and keyboards, kicked off the event with a technically dazzling freestyle performance that addressed "the power of the village and the community."

Vocal coach Stevie Mackey hosted the jam session for the night, introducing the performances in quick succession, from a virtuosic duel between violist Jeremy Green and violinist Dr. Chelsey Green, the Chair on the Board of Trustees of the Recording Academy, to a downright epic reading of the 1996 En Vogue smash "Don't Let Go (Love)" from vocal powerhouse Desz.

Other highlights included current nominee Durand Bernarr delivering a joyous rendition of the silky BLOOM standout "Overqualified" and adding grit to a cover of Sade's "The Sweetest Taboo," enhanced by honeyed backup vocals and an appropriately staccato downbeat. Earlier, a heart-wrenching version of the Bee Gees' classic "How Deep Is Your Love" from an all-star lineup, including Teedra Moses and Torae, received a standing ovation.

The stage overflowed with brilliant singers and musicians performing a wide combination of styles — from gospel and R&B to psychedelic funk and jazzy soul — and made it clear that the future of Black artistry in music is limitless. "We've been through a lot to sound this good," Mackey said. —Ernesto Lechner

Learn more about the Recording Academy's Black Music Collective and its mission to recognize and advance Black music and its creators and professionals within the Recording Academy and the music industry at-large.

The Black Music Collective is part of the Recording Academy's DREAM (Diversity Reimagined by Engaging All Music-People) Network, an inclusive network of member resource groups spotlighting the contributions and initiatives of creators and professionals from diverse cultural backgrounds.

See the full schedule and talent lineup at Grammy House 2026.

The Recording Academy thanks participating sponsor PATRÓN Tequila.

The "Women In The Mix: In Session" panel is one of the signature events of Grammy Week. Highlighting the increasing prevalence of women both in the music industry and in the Grammy voting body at large, this year's "Women In The Mix" was part panel discussion, part concert, and part keynote.

Recording Academy Trustee Nikisha Bailey introduced headlining speaker Paula Kaminsky, managing director at Global Talent Services US, who spoke about coming up in the music industry in Argentina and Miami. "Opening doors instead of guarding them is how change happens," Kaminsky shared with the rapt crowd.

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GRAMMY House 2026 kicked off yesterday bringing music, culture, community & opportunity together! 🎶 Day 1 featured in-depth conversations with nominees in the Best New Artist Category, a gathering of Women in the Mix honoring and amplifying the voices of women in music, and a Celebration of Black Creators bringing together the next wave of Black creators and professionals impacting today's music industry. The energy set the tone for the week ahead, and we're just getting started!

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Maggie Rose followed the speech with a three-song performance, complete with a shout-out to her infant son, who was tucked away somewhere in the back of the room. Grace Potter joined Rose for a duet of their Grammy-nominated song "Poison In My Well." The pair later returned to the stage to talk shop on a panel with Bailey, Kaminsky, Beyoncé collaborator Ink, and Ethiopia Habtemariam, former chairwoman and CEO of Motown Records.

Potter ultimately earned the most emphatic head nod of the afternoon from her compatriots when she offered sage advice to the crowd: "You don't actually owe anything to anyone who didn't do s— for you." —Marah Eakin

Learn more about the Recording Academy's Women In The Mix and its mission to empow women and gender-expansive creators in all aspects of music.

Women In The Mix is part of the Recording Academy's DREAM (Diversity Reimagined by Engaging All Music-People) Network, an inclusive network of member resource groups spotlighting the contributions and initiatives of creators and professionals from diverse cultural backgrounds.

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The Recording Academy thanks participating sponsors AFEELA, Dove, Redken, and Sharpie and gifting partner Stanley 1913.

Grammy House 2026 kicked off with a bang on Wednesday with a special series of fireside chats with seven of this year's Best New Artist nominees. After a Land Welcoming by the San Gabriel Band of Mission Indians, Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason jr. introduced legendary songwriter and producer Jimmy Jam, who spent the next hour or so chopping it up with rising writer/producer/artist Leon Thomas, the self-possessed Lola Young, and the effervescent Olivia Dean.

Grammy-nominated songwriter Justin Tranter then took over, talking diversity and dream collaborations with global girl group KATSEYE, three-fourths of The Marías (frontwoman María Zardoya is on a solo tour), the very funny Alex Warren, and SOMBR, who charmingly chirped that the thing he's looking forward to the most at the Grammy ceremony is "being able to perform for my idols." —Marah Eakin

See footage from the Best New Artist Spotlight event below.

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GRAMMY House 2026 kicked off yesterday bringing music, culture, community & opportunity together! 🎶 Day 1 featured in-depth conversations with nominees in the Best New Artist Category, a gathering of Women in the Mix honoring and amplifying the voices of women in music, and a Celebration of Black Creators bringing together the next wave of Black creators and professionals impacting today's music industry. The energy set the tone for the week ahead, and we're just getting started!

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With views atop the L'Ermitage hotel stretching from downtown Los Angeles to the surrounding hills, the Songwriters & Composers Wing Reception honoring the 2026 Songwriter Of The Year, Non-Classical nominees gave the function an air of community, where camaraderie rather than competition defined the event.

Current nominees Amy Allen, who won the Category in 2025, Edgar Barrera, Jessie Jo Dillon, and Laura Veltz arrived with little fanfare and plenty of warmth. Tobias Jesso Jr., the inaugural winner of the Songwriter Of The Year, Non-Classical Grammy, was also honored.

Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason jr. addressed the crowd, noting that songwriters and composers now make up 50 percent of the Academy's membership. He underscored the Academy's responsibility to ensure "the people behind the songs are seen, they are valued, and they are fairly paid," reflecting a core pillar of the Songwriters & Composers Wing's mission.

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Last year's nominees, whose reception was canceled due to the Los Angeles wildfires, were acknowledged with a brief dedication before Songwriters & Composers Wing Co-Chairs Evan Bogart and Ross Golan took the stage. Visual tributes to each nominee tracked their childhood photos, major collaborations, and career successes.

The nominees then each delivered personal remarks, speaking candidly about the realities of their profession. Allen, nominated for four Grammys this year, questioned why the industry continues to overlook the people who make it possible. Veltz, meanwhile, emotionally described how current compensation structures stifle creativity and risk-taking. Barrera, characteristically understated, expressed quiet disbelief at finding himself in such deserved company.

Golan summed it up simply: "For decades, it was assumed songwriters were taken care of. In reality, they were overlooked. Now we're standing on a rooftop celebrating the best songwriters in the world." —Lily Moayeri

Learn more about the Recording Academy's Songwriters & Composers Wing and its mission to elevate, support and advocate on behalf of all songwriters and composers within the Recording Academy's membership and the industry at large.

The Songwriters & Composers Wing thanks the following organizations for their support of the 2026 Songwriters & Composers Wing Reception: BMI, Greater New Orleans, Inc., Kobalt, The MLC, SESAC, Seeker Music, Sony Music Publishing, Sound Royalties, Warner Chappell. Special thanks to L'Ermitage Beverly Hills for hosting.

The Recording Academy celebrated the 25th anniversary of the Producers & Engineers Wing at its annual Grammy Week Celebration during Grammy Week 2026 last night. ​​The celebration honored producer, engineer, mixer, and five-time Grammy winner Jimmy Douglass, who walked the room and chatted with well-wishers and fellow Recording Academy members.

As one of the founding members of the Producers & Engineers Wing, Douglass felt the perfect honoree on its 25th anniversary. Forty years into his own career, Douglass' definition of producing and engineering is equally as simple and humble.

"To me, what a really good producer and engineer has always done is solve problems," Douglass told GRAMMY.com. And when asked about how he feels about solving problems with everyone from JAY-Z to Led Zeppelin, the humility continues: "It's funny. I never feel any kind of way because it's the job."

There was no need for Douglass to flaunt his epic résumé because the special guests who spoke before him onstage took care of that.

"My sound isn't my sound without Jimmy Douglass," Timbaland said in his remarks. "What you love about me is from Jimmy Douglass."

Danja followed, admiring Douglass's knack for seeing what's next: "The frame of mind is future, momentum, and evolution — and Jimmy Douglass represents that." —Harry Levin

 

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The Producers & Engineers Wing thanks the following organizations for their support of the Producers & Engineers Wing 2026 Grammy Week Celebration: Premier Sponsors Iron Mountain and Sony's Pro Audio Div; Supporting Sponsors Shure Incorporated, Neumann Berlin, Qobuz, Mix with the Masters, Music Marketing/FabFilter, Lurssen Mastering, FileEaters, Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services (The Recording Studio Insurance Program), SoundExchange, Genelec, Ultimate Ears Professional, and Black River Entertainment/Sound Stage Studios.

Onstage at the Grammy Museum's Clive Davis Theater last night, singer/songwriter Rita Wilson recalled how she fell in love with music as a young person, spending nights listening to her favorite records and pouring over the liner notes. She was referencing Liner Notes, a marquee series celebrating music and its creators.

Grammy Studios Presents: Rita Wilson's Liner Notes — A Celebration Of Songwriting, the official Grammy Week 2026 kickoff presented by the Recording Academy and Grammy Studios, saw the multitalented singer/songwriter, actress and producer invite four illustrious musical allies to present their creations and honor the craft of songwriting. Wilson kicked off the evening with "'Til You're Home," her collaboration with Sebastián Yatra that she co-wrote and recorded for the 2022 film A Man Called Otto. Her performance underscored the supple, gorgeous qualities of her voice.

"You're in for a real treat tonight," she enthused as she introduced her guests. Pop and rock icon Richard Marx delighted the audience with "Dance With My Father" — the Grammy-winning 2003 hit he co-wrote with Luther Vandross — as well as a stirring version of "Right Here Waiting," which he performed on the piano. "Whatever you do, don't join in, because you're going to ruin it," he quipped, before inviting the capacity audience to sing the track's anthemic chorus.

Four-time Grammy nominee Grace Potter presented a gritty version of "Poison In My Well," a cut she released last year with Maggie Rose, while Ant Clemons shared a riveting unreleased tune, "12 steps," which addresses his healing process after suffering an overdose. Frequent Kacey Musgraves collaborator and four-time Grammy winner Shane McAnally sang an irresistible version of "American Kids," recorded in 2014 by Kenny Chesney.

McAnally also recalled a stint in rehab during the COVID pandemic, and the celebrity visit that caused a commotion among fellow patients. "Only one visitor showed up," he reflected. "It was Rita Wilson. And after she left, everybody else was looking at me like, 'Who the f— are you?'" —Ernesto Lechner

Grammy Week 2026 is officially under way. All week long, we'll be sharing exclusive, behind-the-scenes coverage from across Grammy Week 2026. Check back here every day for our full coverage of Grammy Week, including recaps, photo galleries, and standout moments from each official event.

Grammy Week is the Recording Academy's weeklong celebration comprising official Grammy Week events celebrating the music community and current Grammy nominees in the lead-up to the annual Grammy Awards.

Grammy Week 2026 culminates with the 2026 Grammys, which take place live Sunday, Feb. 1, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The 2026 Grammys will broadcast live on the CBS Television Network and stream on Paramount+ starting at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m. ET.

Hours ahead of the live telecast, the 2026 Grammy Awards Premiere Ceremony will stream live from Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday, Feb. 1, starting at 12:30 p.m. PT/3:30 p.m. ET on the Recording Academy's YouTube channel and on live.grammy.com.