Kendrick Lamar Leads 2026 Grammy Nominations, Burna Boy Tops African Artists

The 2026 Grammy nominations have been announced, with Kendrick Lamar receiving nine nods and Burna Boy leading the African artists with two nominations. Other notable artists include Lady Gaga, Bad Bunny, and Sabrina Carpenter.

African artists like Davido, Omah Lay, Ayra Starr, Wizkid, and others have also secured nominations. The ceremony will introduce two new categories and aims to recognize diverse and innovative artists.

The event is set to take place on February 1, 2026, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, honoring music released between August 31, 2024, and August 30, 2025.