2025 Grammy Awards Broadcast Tonight
The 2025 Grammy Awards are set to take place this evening, with a live broadcast from the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, available on CBS and Paramount+. Viewers can expect continuous updates on the winners throughout the event, with the names of the winners highlighted in bold.
Record of the Year Nominees
The nominees for Record of the Year include a mix of iconic artists and fresh talent. The list features The Beatles with “Now and Then,” Beyoncé’s “Texas Hold ’Em,” and Billie Eilish’s “Birds of a Feather,” as well as works from Chappell Roan, Charli XCX, Kendrick Lamar, Sabrina Carpenter, and Taylor Swift featuring Post Malone with “Fortnight.”
Song of the Year Contenders
In the race for Song of the Year, Beyoncé once again makes an appearance with “Texas Hold ’Em,” alongside other notable entries like Billie Eilish’s “Birds of a Feather” and Chappell Roan’s “Good Luck, Babe!” The category also includes Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars, and Taylor Swift featuring Post Malone.
Album of the Year Candidates
Album of the Year contenders showcase a diverse array of musical styles. André 3000’s “New Blue Sun,” Beyoncé’s “Cowboy Carter,” and Billie Eilish’s “Hit Me Hard and Soft” are among the highlights, alongside Chappell Roan’s “The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess” and works from Charli XCX, Jacob Collier, Sabrina Carpenter, and Taylor Swift.
Best New Artist Nominees
This year’s Best New Artist category features a promising collection of talent, including Benson Boone, Doechii, Chappell Roan, Khruangbin, Raye, Sabrina Carpenter, Shaboozey, and Teddy Swims.
Producer of the Year, Non-Classical
In the Producer of the Year category, non-classical nominees include Alissia, Daniel Nigro, Dernst “D’Mile” Emile III, Ian Fitchuk, and Mustard, all recognized for their contributions to the music industry.
Songwriter of the Year, Non-Classical
Songwriter of the Year honors will be awarded to one of the following talents: Amy Allen, Edgar Barrera, Jessi Alexander, Jessie Jo Dillon, and Raye, acknowledging their impactful writing in contemporary music.
Best Pop Solo Performance Nominees
The Best Pop Solo Performance category sees Beyoncé with “Bodyguard,” Billie Eilish’s “Birds of a Feather,” and Chappell Roan’s “Good Luck, Babe!” also competing against Charli XCX, Sabrina Carpenter, and others.
Best Pop Duo/Group Performance
Nominees for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance include collaborations such as Ariana Grande, Brandy & Monica’s “The Boy Is Mine – Remix,” Beyoncé featuring Post Malone, and Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars with “Die With a Smile,” alongside entries from Charli XCX and Gracie Abrams.
Best Pop Vocal Album
In the Best Pop Vocal Album category, Ariana Grande, Billie Eilish, Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter, and Taylor Swift are all in contention, each presenting powerful albums.
Best Dance/Electronic Recording
The nominees for Best Dance/Electronic Recording feature works from Disclosure, Four Tet, Fred Again.. & Baby Keem, Justice & Tame Impala, and Kaytranada featuring Childish Gambino.
Best Dance Pop Recording
This category includes contenders like Ariana Grande, Billie Eilish, Charli XCX, Madison Beer, and Troye Sivan, showcasing the vibrant landscape of dance-pop music.
Best Dance/Electronic Music Album
Best Dance/Electronic Music Album nominations are led by Charli XCX, Four Tet, Justice, Kaytranada, and Zedd, each contributing notable projects to the genre.
Best Remixed Recording
In the Best Remixed Recording category, the nominees include Charli XCX, Doechii & Kaytranada, Julian Marley, Sabrina Carpenter, and Shaboozey with David Guetta, highlighting innovative remixes.
Best Rock Performance
Best Rock Performance sees The Beatles, The Black Keys, Green Day, IDLES, Pearl Jam, and St. Vincent competing for the coveted award, representing a strong year for rock music.
Best Metal Performance
The Best Metal Performance category features Gojira, Judas Priest, Knocked Loose, Metallica, and Spiritbox, showcasing a powerful array of metal talent.
Best Rock Song
Rock Song nominees include The Black Keys, Green Day, IDLES, Pearl Jam, and St. Vincent, all recognized for their impactful songwriting in the rock genre.
Best Rock Album
Nominees for Best Rock Album celebrate diverse sounds from The Black Crowes, Fontaines D.C., Green Day, IDLES, Jack White, and Pearl Jam, each presenting compelling projects.
Best Alternative Music Performance
In the Best Alternative Music Performance category, Cage the Elephant, Fontaines D.C., Kim Gordon, Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds, and St. Vincent are all in the spotlight.
Best Alternative Music Album
This category includes albums from Brittany Howard, Clairo, Kim Gordon, Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds, and St. Vincent, reflecting a rich variety of alternative music.
Best R&B Performance
Nominees for Best R&B Performance feature Chris Brown, Coco Jones, Jhené Aiko, Muni Long, and SZA, showcasing influential performances in the genre.
Best Traditional R&B Performance
Best Traditional R&B Performance includes works by Kenyon Dixon, Lalah Hathaway featuring Michael McDonald, Lucky Daye, Marsha Ambrosius, and Muni Long.
Best R&B Song
The competition for Best R&B Song includes Coco Jones, Kehlani, Muni Long, SZA, and Tems, highlighting significant contributions to R&B songwriting.
Best Progressive R&B Album
This year’s nominees for Best Progressive R&B Album include Avery*Sunshine, Childish Gambino, Durand Bernarr, Kehlani, and NxWorries.
Best R&B Album
In the Best R&B Album category, Chris Brown, Lalah Hathaway, Lucky Daye, Muni Long, and Usher are all contenders for the award.
Best Rap Performance
Best Rap Performance nominees consist of Cardi B, Common & Pete Rock featuring Posdnuos, Doechii, Eminem, Future, Metro Boomin, Kendrick Lamar, and Glorilla.
Best Melodic Rap Performance
This category features nominees such as Beyoncé, Future, Jordan Adetunji, Latto, and Rapsody, showcasing a blend of melodic elements in rap.
Best Rap Song
Nominees for Best Rap Song include Future, Glorilla, Kendrick Lamar, Rapsody, and a collaboration featuring Kanye West, Ty Dolla $ign, and Rich the Kid.
Best Rap Album
The Best Rap Album category highlights works from Common & Pete Rock, Doechii, Eminem, Future & Metro Boomin, and J. Cole, representing the genre’s diversity.
Best Spoken Word Poetry Album
This year’s nominees for Best Spoken Word Poetry Album include Malik Yusef, Omari Hardwick, Queen Sheba, and others, recognizing significant contributions to spoken word.
Best Jazz Performance
Best Jazz Performance nominees feature The Baylor Project, Chick Corea & Béla Fleck, and Samara Joy among others, celebrating excellence in jazz music.
Best Jazz Vocal Album
In the Best Jazz Vocal Album category, nominees include Catherine Russell & Sean Mason, Christie Dashiell, Kurt Elling, and Samara Joy, each presenting unique vocal talents.
Best Jazz Instrumental Album
Nominees for Best Jazz Instrumental Album feature Ambrose Akinmusire, Chick Corea & Béla Fleck, and Sullivan Fortner, reflecting the breadth of jazz instrumentation.
Best Large Jazz Ensemble Album
This category showcases nominees like The Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra and Dan Pugach, recognizing outstanding performances by large jazz ensembles.
Best Latin Jazz Album
In the Best Latin Jazz Album category, nominees include Donald Vega, Eliane Elias, and Michel Camilo, highlighting the fusion of Latin and jazz styles.
Best Alternative Jazz Album
Nominees for Best Alternative Jazz Album feature Arooj Aftab, André 3000, Keyon Harrold, and Meshell Ndegeocello, representing innovative approaches to jazz.
Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album
This category includes nominees such as Aaron Lazar, Cyrille Aimée, Gregory Porter, and Norah Jones, each showcasing exceptional vocal performances.
Best Contemporary Instrumental Album
Nominees for Best Contemporary Instrumental Album are led by Béla Fleck, Bill Frisell, Julian Lage, and others, reflecting the diversity in instrumental music.
Best Musical Theater Album
This year’s Best Musical Theater Album nominees encompass a range of productions, including “Hell’s Kitchen,” “Merrily We Roll Along,” and “The Wiz.”
Best Country Solo Performance
Country music is represented in the Best Country Solo Performance category with nominees like Beyoncé, Chris Stapleton, and Jelly Roll.
Best Country Duo/Group Performance
In the Best Country Duo/Group Performance category, nominees include Beyoncé & Miley Cyrus, Brothers Osborne, and Dan + Shay, highlighting collaborative efforts in country music.
Best Country Song
The Best Country Song category features standout tracks from Beyoncé, Jelly Roll, Kacey Musgraves, and Post Malone, each bringing unique storytelling to their music.
Best Country Album
Nominees for Best Country Album include works from Beyoncé, Chris Stapleton, Kacey Musgraves, and Post Malone, showcasing the depth of contemporary country music.
Best American Roots Performance
This category recognizes American Roots performances by The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Rhiannon Giddens, and others, celebrating the genre’s rich heritage.
Best Americana Performance
Nominees for Best Americana Performance include Beyoncé, Gillian Welch & David Rawlings, Madi Diaz, and others, representing a blend of traditional and contemporary styles.
Best American Roots Song
Competing for Best American Roots Song are Aoife O’Donovan, Iron & Wine, Mark Knopfler, and Shemekia Copeland, each contributing meaningful narratives through their music.
Best Americana Album
The Best Americana Album category includes nominations from Charley Crockett, Maggie Rose, and Sierra Ferrell, reflecting a variety of influences within the genre.
Best Bluegrass Album
Nominees for Best Bluegrass Album include Billy Strings, Dan Tyminski, and Sister Sadie, showcasing the talent and tradition within bluegrass music.
Best Traditional Blues Album
This category features nominees like Cedric Burnside, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, and Taj Mahal, honoring the heritage of traditional blues.
Best Contemporary Blues Album
Nominees for Best Contemporary Blues Album include Antonio Vergara, Joe Bonamassa, and Ruthie Foster, showcasing modern interpretations of blues music.
Best Folk Album
Best Folk Album nominees include Adrianne Lenker, Aoife O’Donovan, and Gillian Welch & David Rawlings, reflecting the storytelling tradition of folk music.
Best Regional Roots Music Album
This category highlights nominees such as Big Chief Monk and New Breed Brass Band, celebrating regional roots music and its cultural significance.
Best Gospel Performance/Song
In the Best Gospel Performance/Song category, nominees include Doe, Melvin Crispell III, and Yolanda Adams, recognizing powerful performances of faith-based music.
Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song
Nominees for Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song include Bethel Music, CeCe Winans, and Maverick City Music, showcasing uplifting Christian music.
Best Gospel Album
This category features nominees such as CeCe Winans, Kirk Franklin, and Ricky Dillard, each presenting significant contributions to gospel music.
Best Contemporary Christian Music Album
Nominees for Best Contemporary Christian Music Album include Brandon Lake, Doe, and Elevation Worship, reflecting diverse expressions of faith through music.
Best Roots Gospel Album
In the Best Roots Gospel Album category, nominees include Authentic Unlimited, Cory Henry, and The Harlem Gospel Travelers, celebrating the roots of gospel music.
Best Latin Pop Album
This category features nominees such as Anitta, Kali Uchis, and Shakira, highlighting the vibrancy of Latin pop music.
Best Música Urbana Album
Nominees for Best Música Urbana Album include Bad Bunny, Feid, and J Balvin, showcasing the rise of urban music in the Latin genre.
Best Latin Rock or Alternative Album
In the Best Latin Rock or Alternative Album category, Cimafunk, Mon Laferte, and Nathy Peluso are among the nominees, representing innovative sounds in Latin music.
Best Música Mexicana Album (Including Tejano)
This category recognizes nominees like Carín León, Chiquis, and Peso Pluma, celebrating the rich diversity of Mexican music.
Best Tropical Latin Album
Nominees for Best Tropical Latin Album include Juan Luis Guerra, Kiki Valera, and Sheila E., reflecting the lively spirit of tropical Latin rhythms.
Best Global Music Performance
In the Best Global Music Performance category, nominees include Angélique Kidjo and Rocky Dawuni, showcasing a fusion of global musical traditions.
Best African Music Performance
This category features nominees such as Burna Boy and Tems, highlighting the vibrant sounds of contemporary African music.
Best Global Music Album
Nominees for Best Global Music Album include Antonio Rey and Rema, representing the diverse landscape of global music today.
Best Reggae Album
In the Best Reggae Album category, nominees such as Collie Buddz and Various Artists celebrate the enduring legacy and evolution of reggae music.
Best New Age, Ambient, or Chant Album
This category includes nominees like Anoushka Shankar and Ryuichi Sakamoto, showcasing tranquil and meditative musical expressions.
Best Children’s Music Album
Nominees for Best Children’s Music Album include Divinity Roxx and John Legend, aiming to uplift and entertain younger audiences.
Best Comedy Album
In the Best Comedy Album category, nominees feature performances by Dave Chappelle, Jim Gaffigan, and Trevor Noah, highlighting the art of humor.
Best Audio Book, Narration, and Storytelling Recording
Nominees for this category include Barbra Streisand and Dolly Parton, celebrating the power of storytelling through audio.
Best Compilation Soundtrack for Visual Media
This category features nominees like the London Symphony Orchestra and various artists, acknowledging the impact of music in film and television.
Best Score Soundtrack for Visual Media
Nominees for Best Score Soundtrack for Visual Media include Kris Bowers and Hans Zimmer, each recognized for their cinematic compositions.
Best Score Soundtrack for Videogames and Other Interactive Media
This category highlights nominees like Bear McCreary and Pinar Toprak, showcasing exceptional music creation for gaming.
Best Song Written for Visual Media
In the Best Song Written for Visual Media category, nominees include Barbra Streisand and Olivia Rodrigo, celebrating impactful songs connected to film narratives.
Best Music Video
Best Music Video nominees include A$AP Rocky, Charli XCX, and Taylor Swift featuring Post Malone, representing innovative visual storytelling in music.
Best Music Film
This category features nominees such as Jon Batiste and Run-DMC, acknowledging the powerful intersection of film and music.
Best Recording Package
Nominees for Best Recording Package include The Avett Brothers and Charli XCX, recognizing artistic presentation in music packaging.
Best Boxed or Special Limited Edition Package
This category celebrates unique presentations from artists like Nirvana and Kate Bush, showcasing creative packaging efforts.
Best Album Notes
Nominees for Best Album Notes include Alice Coltrane and various artists, highlighting insightful commentary on musical works.
Best Historical Album
This category recognizes historical albums from King Oliver’s Creole Jazz Band and Prince, celebrating significant musical legacies.
Best Engineered Album, Non-Classical
Nominees for Best Engineered Album, Non-Classical include works by Charlotte Day Wilson and Kacey Musgraves, acknowledging technical excellence in music production.
Best Engineered Album, Classical
This category features nominees from the Los Angeles Philharmonic and Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, celebrating engineering prowess in classical music.
Producer of the Year, Classical
In the Producer of the Year, Classical category, nominees include Christoph Franke and Erica Brenner, recognizing outstanding production in the classical genre.
Best Immersive Audio Album
This category features immersive audio nominees like Peter Gabriel and Ray Charles, showcasing advancements in audio technology.
Best Instrumental Composition
Nominees for Best Instrumental Composition include works by Akropolis Reed Quintet and André 3000, highlighting creativity in instrumental music.
Best Arrangement, Instrumental or A Cappella
This category recognizes innovative arrangements from Béla Fleck and Henry Mancini, showcasing creativity in musical interpretation.
Best Arrangement, Instruments and Vocals
Nominees for Best Arrangement, Instruments and Vocals include Cody Fry and John Legend, celebrating outstanding collaborations.
Best Orchestral Performance
Best Orchestral Performance nominees highlight collaborations like the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and Los Angeles Philharmonic, showcasing orchestral excellence.
Best Opera Recording
This category features nominees from the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, celebrating outstanding recordings in the world of opera.
Best Choral Performance
Nominees for Best Choral Performance include Apollo’s Fire and Skyl