Tennessee Artists Nominated for 2026 Grammys

How to watch the 68th Grammy Awards ceremony this Sunday

Jan. 30, 2026 at 12:55pm

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The 68th Grammy Awards are set to take place this Sunday, February 1st, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. Several artists with Tennessee ties are among the nominees, including Kendrick Lamar, Hayley Williams, Sierra Hull, and Tyler Childers. The ceremony will air live on CBS and be available to stream on Paramount+, with Trevor Noah returning as the host.

Why it matters

The Grammys are the music industry's most prestigious awards show, recognizing the top artists, albums, and songs of the year. Tennessee has a rich musical heritage, and the state's artists being nominated for Grammys highlights the continued impact and influence of Tennessee music on the national and global stage.

The details

Kendrick Lamar leads the pack of Tennessee-connected nominees with multiple nods, including Record of the Year and Song of the Year for his duet with SZA, "Luther", as well as Album of the Year for his fifth studio album "GNX". Other notable Tennessee nominees include Paramore's Hayley Williams, bluegrass artist Sierra Hull, and country singer-songwriter Tyler Childers.

  • The 68th Grammy Awards ceremony will take place on Sunday, February 1, 2026.
  • The awards show will air live on CBS from 8-11:30 p.m. ET / 5-8:30 p.m. PT.
  • Paramount+ subscribers can stream the Grammys live as it airs or on-demand after the ceremony.

The players

Kendrick Lamar

A multi-Grammy winning rapper from Compton, California, who has strong ties to Tennessee through his collaborations with artists like SZA.

Hayley Williams

The lead singer of the rock band Paramore, which formed in Franklin, Tennessee.

Sierra Hull

A bluegrass musician from Byrdstown, Tennessee, known for her virtuosic mandolin playing.

Tyler Childers

A country singer-songwriter from Lawrence County, Kentucky, who has strong ties to the Tennessee music scene.

Trevor Noah

The former host of "The Daily Show" who will be returning to emcee the 2026 Grammy Awards ceremony.

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What’s next

The Recording Academy will continue to announce additional performers and presenters for the 2026 Grammy Awards in the days leading up to the ceremony on February 1st.

The takeaway

Tennessee's rich musical heritage is once again being celebrated on the national stage, with several of the state's artists earning prestigious Grammy nominations. This recognition underscores the enduring impact of Tennessee music and the state's continued importance as a hub for musical talent and innovation.