2027 GRAMMY AWARDS: Star-Studded Lineup to Announce Nominations on November 16
Harvey Mason Jr., Dr. Chelsey Green and Grammy-Winning Artists to Lead the 69th Grammy Awards Nomination Announcement
By Suman Munshi | IBG NEWS
KOLKATA / LOS ANGELES, November 7, 2026: The Recording Academy has announced an impressive lineup of Grammy-winning and nominated artists who will join its leadership in unveiling the nominations for the 69th Annual Grammy Awards (2027) on November 16, 2026. The special presentation will bring together some of the most influential names in contemporary music, celebrating artistic excellence and outstanding achievements across the global music industry.
Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. and Chair of the Recording Academy Board of Trustees Dr. Chelsey Green will lead the announcement, joined by an internationally acclaimed group of musicians and music industry personalities.
The participating artists include Alan Menken, Amy Allen, Carly Pearce, David Guetta, FYÜTCH & Aura V, Herbie Hancock, Israel Houghton, Juanes, Kehlani, Linda Perry, Meghan Foley & Michelle Holme, Olivia Dean, Pharrell Williams, Renée Fleming, YUNGBLUD and Ziggy Marley.
Hilton, the Official Hotel Partner of the 2027 Grammy Awards, is sponsoring the special nomination presentation.
Live Nomination Announcement on November 16
The nominations across all Grammy categories will be announced through a special presentation streamed live on Grammy.com and the official Grammys YouTube channel. The announcement will also receive special coverage on ABC’s Good Morning America.
The programme is scheduled as follows:
- November 16, 2026 – 7:45 a.m. ET / 4:45 a.m. PT: Grammy Nominations Special Presentation begins.
- 9:00 a.m. ET / 6:00 a.m. PT: Grammy Nominations Wrap-Up Show.
- The complete nominations list and official press release will be published on Grammy.com at 9:00 a.m. ET / 6:00 a.m. PT.
All timings are approximate and subject to change.
Historic First at Times Square
Adding a new dimension to this year’s announcement, the Grammy Nominations special presentation will be broadcast live for the first time from The Square in New York City’s Times Square, presented by Hilton.
The initiative is expected to bring the excitement of music’s biggest awards announcement to one of the world’s most recognisable public spaces, extending the event’s reach beyond traditional entertainment audiences.
The 2027 Grammy Awards: Date and Venue
The 69th Annual Grammy Awards ceremony will take place on:
- Date: Sunday, February 7, 2027
- Time: 7:00 p.m. ET / 4:00 p.m. PT
- Venue: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, California
- Television Broadcast: ABC
- Streaming Platforms: Disney+ and Hulu
The ceremony will recognise outstanding musical achievements and creative contributions across genres and professional disciplines.
How Grammy Nominees Are Selected
The Grammy Awards are distinguished by their peer-recognition-based voting system. The Recording Academy has nearly 16,000 eligible voting members, comprising active music creators and professionals, including songwriters, composers, performers, producers, recording engineers and other specialists.
These members participate in the voting process that determines the nominees and eventual winners. The system aims to recognise artistic achievement through the collective judgement of professionals working within the music industry.
The Grammy Awards remain among the most prestigious international recognitions in recorded music, celebrating creative excellence, innovation and the cultural influence of music.
Global Music Industry Awaits the Nominations
The November 16 announcement will mark a significant milestone in the countdown to the 2027 Grammy Awards. With established legends, internationally recognised performers and emerging talents represented in the presenter lineup, the nominations are expected to generate considerable interest across the global music community.
Music enthusiasts can follow the latest announcements and exclusive updates through the Recording Academy’s official social media channels using #Grammys.
Official Information: www.grammy.com
About the Recording Academy
The Recording Academy is an organisation dedicated to serving music creators and professionals. Its activities include advocating for the rights and welfare of music professionals, expanding opportunities within the music industry, providing assistance to creators and recognising outstanding musical achievements.
The wider Grammy organisation includes the Recording Academy, The Latin Recording Academy, MusiCares, the Grammy Museum and the Latin Grammy Cultural Foundation.
News Desk: Suman Munshi
IBG NEWS
