Here are the major changes coming to the Grammy Awards next year

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17 Jun 2026 • 12:18 AM MYT
The Independent
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Here are the major changes coming to the Grammy Awards next year

  • The Recording Academy announced a major overhaul of its rules for the 2027 Grammy Awards, introducing five new categories and adjusting eligibility criteria.
  • New categories include Best Asian Pop Music Performance, Best Traditional Pop Vocal Performance, and Best Latin Song.
  • The R&B field will feature a new Best R&B Collaboration or Duo/Group Performance, complementing a reimagined Best R&B Solo Performance.
  • Folk music categories are being refined with the introduction of a Best Traditional Folk Album and Best Folk Album evolving into Best Contemporary Folk Album.
  • Eligibility for the Best New Artist award has been expanded, allowing artists to submit for consideration up to four times, an increase from the previous three.

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