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This voter, who identifies most closely with pop, R&B, and rap , frames their ballot around moments where music transcended expectation and scale. As they put it, certain works reminded them that “ you never know what’s going to become a hit ,” especially when a song or album connects across generations and cultures rather than through formula alone. Album of the Year Voted:  DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS  — Bad Bunny In the Album of the Year race, the voter argues that Bad Bunny’s do

This voter identifies most closely with rock  and says their musical background informed how they approached the ballot. In comments on the General Field, they express disappointment that Record of the Year  and Song of the Year  felt too homogeneous , particularly given how much music is released each year. They question whether the GRAMMYs are keeping pace with that volume or whether commercial forces are increasingly shaping the top of the ballot. They note that their own

A young male songwriter and producer in their first year voting. They say the main criteria that influenced their picks—compared to how they would have voted before becoming a member—were a combination of recognizable commercial success or popularity, the music or media as an artistic statement, and whether or not the artist had previously been nominated for or won a GRAMMY. Below are the selections they submitted. Record of the Year Manchild Album of the Year SWAG Song of th

Voter 1 is a young composer and producer. Album of the Year MUTT – Leon Thomas For Voter 1, MUTT  wasn’t simply the strongest album of the year; it was the most complete. They described it as “ a fully realized body of work: sonically cohesive, emotionally grounded, and artistically confident ,” emphasizing how rare it is to hear an album that feels intentional from start to finish. What stands out most in their comments is authorship. Voter 1 points to Thomas “ stepping into

The 68th Annual Grammy Awards  arrive at a moment of unusual breadth and competitiveness for the Album of the Year  category. This year’s field reflects a Recording Academy increasingly comfortable rewarding not only commercial dominance, but artistic cohesion, cultural resonance, and long-term impact. Spanning pop, hip-hop, Latin music, and experimental production, the contenders collectively illustrate where mainstream music stands — and where it may be headed. What disting

A Fragmented Race with Two Clear Front-Runners: Inside the Album of the Year Survey A 100-voter survey examining the 2026 Album of the Year field reveals a race defined less by consensus than by coalition-building. While MAYHEM  by Lady Gaga  narrowly leads the raw ballot and GNX  by Kendrick Lamar  dominates key blocs, the underlying data suggests a contest that remains highly fluid once genre affiliation, ethnicity, and Academy-style weighting are taken into account. What e

Music lovers have plenty to celebrate in 2025. This year has brought a wave of fresh sounds and bold artistic statements from some of the most exciting names in the industry. From Rosalia’s genre-blending Lux to Olivia Dean’s soulful melodies, the albums released so far have captured attention and sparked conversations. This post highlights the best music releases of 2025, showcasing the diversity and creativity that define this year’s musical landscape. Rosalia delivering a

Live music in 2025 reached new heights with performances that captured the imagination of audiences worldwide. From record-breaking crowds to innovative stagecraft, these shows set fresh standards for what a live event can be. This post highlights five standout performances that left a lasting impact on fans and critics alike. Lady Gaga’s Record-Breaking Show in Brazil Lady Gaga’s 2025 concert at Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro was nothing short of historic. Drawing an est