The Recording Academy has confirmed the first group of performers scheduled to take the stage at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards, offering an early look at the musical range planned for the 2026 ceremony. The announced performers are Sabrina Carpenter, Addison Rae, KATSEYE, Lola Young, Olivia Dean, The Marías, Leon Thomas, sombr, and Alex Warren. According to information released through official GRAMMYs channels, these artists represent a mix of established chart performers, rising global acts, and genre-spanning creators whose work has gained momentum across pop, alternative, R&B, and indie music spaces.
Each confirmed performer brings a distinct musical identity to the ceremony, aligning with the Recording Academy’s stated focus on showcasing both commercial success and artistic growth. Sabrina Carpenter and Olivia Dean are recognized for recent mainstream visibility, while groups such as KATSEYE and The Marías highlight the Academy’s continued inclusion of international and alternative sounds. Newer voices, including Sombr, Alex Warren, and Lola Young, further broaden the performance slate, reflecting how digital platforms and evolving listener habits are shaping today’s music landscape. The performer list has been released through verified GRAMMYs announcements, with additional acts expected to be revealed closer to the event date.
Grammy Awards 2026 Date, Broadcast Schedule, and Ceremony Details
The 68th Annual Grammy Awards will be held on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California. The main ceremony will broadcast live on the CBS Television Network and stream simultaneously on Paramount+, beginning at 5:00 p.m. PT and 8:00 p.m. ET. For viewers in India, the live broadcast will air on Monday, February 2, 2026, at 6:30 a.m. IST. The event anchors Grammy Week 2026, which features multiple days of industry discussions, performances, and artist-centered programming across Los Angeles.
Earlier on Grammy Sunday, the Grammy Premiere Ceremony will take place at the Peacock Theater, starting at 12:30 p.m. PT. This portion of the awards will stream live on live.grammy.com and will present honors in several technical and genre-specific categories. Together, the Premiere Ceremony and the televised broadcast reflect the Recording Academy’s full recognition process, acknowledging both high-profile artists and the professionals whose work supports the music industry. All event details and performer confirmations have been released through official Recording Academy and GRAMMYs communications.
