The New York Times – Music:
Artists, albums and songs competing for trophies at the 68th annual ceremony are being announced on Friday. The show will take place on Feb. 1, 2026, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
Category: Grammy Awards
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For Madison Cunningham, ‘Ace’ Is a Hard Reset
The New York Times – Music:
The California guitarist’s last LP, “Revealer,” was named best folk album in 2023. But after a divorce at 27, she returns with a defiant edge.
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Nancy King, Jazz Singer Who Flew Under the Radar, Dies at 85
The New York Times – Music:
Aficionados, and her fellow musicians, considered her one of the best living vocalists. But she chose not to seek a bigger spotlight.
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The Weeknd Hits No. 1 for a Fifth Time With ‘Hurry Up Tomorrow’
The New York Times – Music:
Boosted by physical sales and a Grammy performance, the album had the biggest week since Taylor Swift’s huge opening last year.
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Why We (Still) Think the Grammys Are Good Now
The New York Times – Music:
Big wins for Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar and Chappell Roan. Standout performances from Doechii and Sabrina Carpenter. A conversation about why the 2025 awards worked.
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How Beyoncé Finally Won Her Elusive Album of the Year Grammy
The New York Times – Music:
The Recording Academy has worked to reshape its voting pool, but the triumph of “Cowboy Carter” as album of the year can’t be traced to any one factor.
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Beyoncé, Grammy Underdog No More
The New York Times – Music:
After nearly 20 years and 99 nominations, the star’s album of the year win for “Cowboy Carter” ends a confounding chapter in the awards’ history.
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California Wildfires Relief Efforts Are Woven Into the Ceremony
The New York Times – Music:
The Grammys doubled as an awards ceremony and a fund-raising appeal. Trevor Noah, the host, opened the show by noting the devastation of the fires and the resilience of Los Angeles.
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2025 Grammys: Best and Worst Moments
The New York Times – Music:
Doechii and Chappell Roan brought dramatic performances and heartfelt speeches, new artists stole the spotlight and men took a back seat at the 67th annual awards.