The 2026 Grammy Awards are shaping up to be an exciting celebration of emerging talent, with a special highlight: all eight nominees for Best New Artist will take the stage for a dedicated performance segment. This marks the second consecutive year that the full slate of Best New Artist contenders will perform on Music’s Biggest Night, giving fans a rare chance to see the industry’s rising stars shine live.
The 2026 Grammys (officially the 68th Annual Grammy Awards) are scheduled for Sunday, February 1, 2026, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The show will be hosted by Trevor Noah for his sixth and final time, airing live on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
All Best New Artist Nominees Set to Perform
In a major announcement from the Recording Academy, the following artists—all current nominees for Best New Artist—have been confirmed to perform in a special segment:
- Addison Rae has been announced as a performer at this year’s #Grammys.
- KATSEYE is set to perform at the 2026 Grammys.
- Olivia Dean will be performing at this year’s Grammys.
- Leon Thomas has been announced as a Grammy performer.
- The Marías are set to perform at the Grammys.
- Lola Young has been announced as a Grammy performer.
- Alex Warren will perform at this year’s Grammys.
- Sombr will be performing at the 2026 Grammys.
This group represents a diverse mix of fresh voices across genres, from pop sensations and global acts to soulful newcomers and indie favorites. Many of these artists are also nominated in additional categories, adding extra buzz to their performances. For instance, Leon Thomas leads the pack among them with six total nominations (including nods in R&B categories for his album Mutt and hit “Mutt”), while KATSEYE and Lola Young each have multiple nods.
The Best New Artist segment promises to be a highlight, similar to last year’s medley-style showcase. Details on the format—whether individual spots, collaborations, or a group medley—haven’t been fully revealed yet, but it’s expected to spotlight their breakthrough hits and showcase why they earned the nomination.
