The 2025 Grammy Awards are gearing up to be an unforgettable evening on Sunday in LA, spotlighting the biggest stars across genres. This star-studded event typically stretches over eight hours, featuring 94 awards that cover categories from best pop album to best choral performance. Among the highlights, Beyoncé and Taylor Swift will compete for album of the year, a category Swift won in 2010.
The evening will also feature vibrant performances from artists like Charli XCX, Sabrina Carpenter, and Shakira, along with a tribute to Quincy Jones. A key point of suspense is whether Beyoncé will finally snag the elusive album of the year after four previous attempts. Her album, Cowboy Carter, celebrates the roots of country music but faces tough competition, notably from Billie Eilish's Hit Me Hard and Soft, blending various musical styles.
Other major awards are hotly contested, such as record of the year, with Kendrick Lamar’s Not Like Us leading the pack. The song's confrontational nature and its catchy tune make it a standout, alongside nominations for Sabrina Carpenter and Charli XCX. In the songwriting category, Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga are favorites with their moving track, Die With A Smile, while newcomers Chappell Roan and Sabrina Carpenter vie for best new artist.
As the ceremony approaches, significant records could be broken, including Beyoncé potentially claiming most nominations without an album of the year win. Billie Eilish could make history with her third record of the year victory, and André 3000 returns to the Grammys with a chance at an unusual award for best instrumental composition.
This year’s event will also carry a somber tone as the Recording Academy pays tribute to victims of California's wildfires, with proceeds redirected to relief efforts. The ceremony will showcase segments honoring first responders and maintain a focus on music's power for good.
Fans wondering how to catch the action can tune in via the Recording Academy's YouTube channel and additional streaming options. The event promises excitement, nostalgia, and moments that could reshape the Grammy narrative. As the music community rallies, let’s see which artists will take home the coveted awards!
The evening will also feature vibrant performances from artists like Charli XCX, Sabrina Carpenter, and Shakira, along with a tribute to Quincy Jones. A key point of suspense is whether Beyoncé will finally snag the elusive album of the year after four previous attempts. Her album, Cowboy Carter, celebrates the roots of country music but faces tough competition, notably from Billie Eilish's Hit Me Hard and Soft, blending various musical styles.
Other major awards are hotly contested, such as record of the year, with Kendrick Lamar’s Not Like Us leading the pack. The song's confrontational nature and its catchy tune make it a standout, alongside nominations for Sabrina Carpenter and Charli XCX. In the songwriting category, Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga are favorites with their moving track, Die With A Smile, while newcomers Chappell Roan and Sabrina Carpenter vie for best new artist.
As the ceremony approaches, significant records could be broken, including Beyoncé potentially claiming most nominations without an album of the year win. Billie Eilish could make history with her third record of the year victory, and André 3000 returns to the Grammys with a chance at an unusual award for best instrumental composition.
This year’s event will also carry a somber tone as the Recording Academy pays tribute to victims of California's wildfires, with proceeds redirected to relief efforts. The ceremony will showcase segments honoring first responders and maintain a focus on music's power for good.
Fans wondering how to catch the action can tune in via the Recording Academy's YouTube channel and additional streaming options. The event promises excitement, nostalgia, and moments that could reshape the Grammy narrative. As the music community rallies, let’s see which artists will take home the coveted awards!
