2026 Grammy Awards Nominees Announced
The nominees for the 2026 Grammy Awards were revealed on November 7, highlighting significant nominations for K-pop and Korean artists.
K-Pop and Korean Music Recognition
- Rosé and Bruno Mars’s “APT.” and HUNTR/X’s “Golden” from the KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack, along with KATSEYE, are nominated in the General Field.
- “APT.” is nominated for Record of the Year and Song of the Year.
- “Golden” received a nomination for Song of the Year and Best Song Written for Visual Media.
- KATSEYE is nominated for Best New Artist.
- “Golden,” “APT.,” and KATSEYE’s “Gabriela” are all up for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance.
Soundtrack Nominations
- The KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack is nominated for Best Compilation Soundtrack for Visual Media.
- The soundtrack for Maybe Happy Ending, a Korean musical co-produced by Hue Park which debuted on Broadway in 2024, earned a nomination for Best Musical Theater Album.
“The 2026 Grammys will be held on February 1, 2026, in Los Angeles. Congratulations to all the nominees!”
These nominations represent a remarkable recognition of Korean contributions to the global music scene.
Author's summary: The 2026 Grammy nominees showcase strong K-pop and Korean music presence, with multiple nods for Rosé, Bruno Mars, and landmark Korean soundtracks.