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Grammy Awards expand categories, embrace K-Pop at 68th ceremony

Rule Changes

Administered 68th Grammys with 95 categories, randomized ballots, and historic wins including first Spanish-language AOTY

The 68th Grammy Awards, held February 1-2, 2026, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, introduced major structural changes including two new categories—Best Album Cover (revived after 53 years) and Best Traditional Country Album—bringing the total to 95, plus randomized ballots to reduce bias. Kendrick Lamar won five awards, including Record of the Year for 'Luther' (with SZA) and Best Rap Album for GNX, surpassing Jay-Z as the most-awarded rapper in Grammy history with 27 career wins.

Updated Feb 4