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Grammy Awards Announce Big Changes to Best New Artist and Album Rules, and Add Five New Categories

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The Recording Academy is expanding next year's Grammy Awards ceremony. Scheduled for February 7, 2027, the revamped show will introduce five new award categories, including dedicated recognitions for Latin and Asian Pop genres. According to Variety, the changes also include updated eligibility rules for the Best New Artist category, reflecting the Academy's ongoing response to member feedback and the evolving music landscape.

Source: https://variety.com/2026/music/news/grammy-awards-change-...

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