2026 Grammy Awards Nominees Announced
The nominees for the 2026 Grammy Awards were revealed on November 7, highlighting significant recognition for K-pop and Korean artists.
Korean Artists in Major Categories
- Rosé and Bruno Mars’s "APT." received nominations for Record of the Year and Song of the Year.
- HUNTR/X’s "Golden" from the KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack was nominated for Song of the Year.
- KATSEYE earned a nomination for Best New Artist.
Combined Nominations
The songs "Golden" and "APT." both received nominations for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance, alongside KATSEYE’s "Gabriela."
Soundtrack and Other Honors
- The KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack was nominated for Best Compilation Soundtrack for Visual Media.
- "Golden" also earned a nod for Best Song Written for Visual Media.
- The soundtrack for Maybe Happy Ending, a Korean musical co-produced by Hue Park and which debuted on Broadway in 2024, was nominated for Best Musical Theater Album following its six Tony Awards wins earlier this year.
Event Details
The 2026 Grammys ceremony will take place on February 1, 2026, in Los Angeles.
Congratulations to all the nominees!
Summary: The 2026 Grammy nominations showcase the global impact of Korean artists, with multiple major category recognitions and soundtrack honors.