Grammy Awards Backstage Special Premieres Before 2026 Ceremony
Ahead of the highly anticipated Grammy Awards, an exclusive backstage special titled “INSIDE THE 68TH ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS®” is set to air. This program will be broadcast on Friday, January 30, from 8 to 9 p.m. ET/PT on CBS and Paramount+. It will give music fans a sneak peek into the preparations for Music’s Biggest Night.
Details of the Backstage Special
Hosted by Zane Lowe, a well-known DJ and producer from New Zealand, the show will feature exclusive interviews and insights. Key figures scheduled to appear include:
- Best New Artist nominees Leon Thomas and SOMBR
- Music legends Pharrell Williams and Reba McEntire
- The Grammy-nominated hip-hop duo Clipse
This segment focuses on the major categories and nominated artists, including Billie Eilish and Bruno Mars, providing viewers with a comprehensive understanding of what’s to come during the award ceremony.
2026 Grammy Awards Ceremony
The 68th Annual Grammy Awards will take place on February 1, 2026, starting at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. The ceremony will be held live at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. Trevor Noah will host the event, which will also be available for live streaming on Paramount+.
Notable Nominations
The list of nominees for the 2026 Grammy Awards features a diverse range of artists, including:
- Barbra Streisand
- Sabrina Carpenter
- Ariana Grande
- Cynthia Erivo
- Lady Gaga
Additionally, albums nominated for Best Musical Theatre Album include:
- Buena Vista Social Club
- Just in Time
- Death Becomes Her
Performers Announced
Several artists are set to perform during the Grammy Awards, including:
- Addison Rae
- Alex Warren
- KATSEYE
- Leon Thomas
- Lola Young
- Olivia Dean
- Sabrina Carpenter
- SOMBR
- The Marías
More performers will be revealed as the date approaches. “INSIDE THE 68TH ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS” is produced by the Recording Academy and Fulwell Entertainment, with Ben Winston, Harvey Mason Jr., and Eric Pankowski serving as executive producers. Branden Chapman is the co-executive producer.
