The Grammy Awards are right around the corner, promising a daylong celebration of music and marking the beginning of an exciting week for Taylor Swift. Here’s a rundown of what you need to know about the 66th annual Grammy Awards:
1. Taylor Swift’s Epic Week: Taylor Swift is in contention for the Grammys’ top prize, album of the year, setting the stage for what could be an epic night for the acclaimed artist.
2. Two-Part Show: The Grammys are divided into two parts. The pre-telecast Premiere Ceremony starts at 3:30 p.m. Eastern, where numerous Grammy winners will be announced. This will be livestreamed on the Grammys website and YouTube. The main Grammys show, featuring top awards like best new artist, song, record, and album of the year, kicks off at 8 p.m. Eastern and will be broadcast live from Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena on CBS.
3. How to Watch: While the Grammys can be streamed, it typically requires premium subscriptions. Paramount+ users with the Showtime add-on can stream the awards live. Alternatively, live TV streaming services like Hulu+ Live TV, YouTube TV, and FuboTV, which include CBS in their lineup, will also offer the show. E! and “Entertainment Tonight” will have red carpet coverage, and the Associated Press will host a three-hour live show featuring fashion footage and nominee interviews.
4. Leading Nominees: SZA leads all Grammy nominees with nine nominations, with her track “Kill Bill” earning nods in several major categories. Victoria Monét and Phoebe Bridgers follow closely with seven nominations each.
5. Performances: This year’s show boasts a diverse lineup of performers, including SZA, Joni Mitchell, Billy Joel, Burna Boy, Olivia Rodrigo, Dua Lipa, Luke Combs, and Travis Scott.
6. Notable Performers: While Swift’s performance remains uncertain due to her busy schedule, other Grammy winners and nominees like Billie Eilish, Olivia Rodrigo, and Dua Lipa are scheduled to take the stage.
With an array of nominees, performances, and excitement in store, the 66th Grammy Awards promises to be a memorable event for music fans worldwide. Stay tuned for all the updates and highlights from this year’s ceremony!