68th Grammy Awards: Historic Wins, Memorable Performances, and Exciting Moments
The 68th annual Grammy Awards are happening at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, with several historic moments kicking off the event. "Golden" from "KPop Demon Hunters" won the song written for visual media award, making it the first time a K-pop act has won a Grammy. The music film award went to "Music for John Williams," marking director Steven Spielberg's first Grammy win. The Premiere Ceremony, held at the Peacock Theater, saw Yungblud and Turnstile winning their first Grammys in the rock categories.
The energy was palpable at the Premiere Ceremony, with Darren Criss hosting and presenting the first award to Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande for best pop/duo group performance. Yungblud won for his cover of Black Sabbath's "Changes," and Turnstile took home the best rock album award. FKA twigs also won her first Grammy for best dance/electronic album. The Latin music categories saw Natalia Lafourcade, CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso, and Carin Leon winning awards.
The 2026 Grammy Awards are a departure from the previous year's focus on relief efforts, with a renewed emphasis on music. The main show will feature performances from Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, Bad Bunny, and more. The Premiere Ceremony kicked off with a lively performance by Earth, Wind & Fire, setting the tone for the event. Trevor Noah will host the main show, where history could be made with some of the biggest names in music.
The main show will air live on CBS at 8 p.m. Eastern on Feb. 1. Viewers can also watch through live TV streaming services like Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, and FuboTV. Paramount+ subscribers will have streaming options as well. Kendrick Lamar leads the nominations with nine, followed by Lady Gaga, Jack Antonoff, and Cirkut with seven each. The lineup of presenters and performers includes a diverse array of artists and musicians.
In conclusion, the 68th Grammy Awards are set to be a celebration of music and talent, with a mix of established and emerging artists taking the stage. The event promises to be a memorable night filled with performances, awards, and special moments that showcase the best of the music industry.