2024 Grammy Nominations

Zoe Mellinger

Staff Writer

The 2024 Grammy Awards, known as the 67th Grammy Awards, will take place live at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday, February 2nd, and will be broadcast live on the CBS Television Network and streaming live and on-demand on Paramount +

The 2024 Grammy nominations highlight a diverse and exciting mix of artists shaping today’s music landscape. From pop icons to genre-blending newcomers, this year’s list reflects the continued dominance of popular music and the rise of new sounds.

Taylor Swift is once again a top contender in the Grammy race. Her highly anticipated album Midnights, which explores themes of heartbreak and self-reflection, has earned her multiple nominations, including Album of the Year. Swift’s ability to reinvent her sound while staying true to her lyrical storytelling has kept her at the top of the music industry. 

Olivia Rodrigo, the star of the past few years, continues to shine with her new album Guts. With its blend of pop-punk and introspective lyrics, Rodrigo has earned nominations for Best Pop Vocal Album and Song of the Year. Her raw emotional honesty and catchy hooks have made her one of the most exciting young artists in pop music. 

Bad Bunny is one of the year’s most significant nominees. The Puerto Rican reggaeton artist’s album Un Verano Sin Ti, is nominated for Album of the Year and Best Latin Pop Album. His unique blend of reggaeton, Latin trap, and pop influences has helped elevate Latin music.

Meanwhile, Kendrick Lamar continues to dominate in the Grammy conversation. His latest album, Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers, dives into topics like mental health, trauma, and social issues, earning him several nominations, including Best Rap Album and Album of the Year.

The 2024 nominees also reflect a shift in how genres are blending and evolving. SZA, whose album SOS blends R&B, pop, and soul has earned several nominations including Best R&B Performance and Album of the Year. Her ability to mix genres amazes fans, earning her praise as one of the most celebrated artists of the year.

On a different note, Luke Combs, one of country music’s biggest stars, is another artist nominated for a Grammy. His album Growin’ Up, which blends traditional country with elements of rock and pop, has earned him a nomination for Best Country Album. Combs’ ability to make relatable songs with catchy melodies and heartfelt lyrics has helped him gain success not only from country fans but also from other streaming listeners. 

Former artists are also featured in Grammy nominations. Sheryl Crow, a rock legend, who keeps captivating audiences with her incredible voice, is nominated for Best Rock Performance. Meanwhile, U2 has earned a nomination for Best Rock Album for their latest release Songs of Surrender. 

Alongside global icons like Taylor Swift and Kendrick Lamar, other artists such as Charlie XCX, Sabrina Carpenter, Megan Thee Stallion, and Billie Eilish were nominated for a variety of different awards. With a mix of pop, hip-hop, R&B, and alternative influences, all the 2024 nominees reflect genre-blending and modern music, showing how the music industry keeps evolving and growing stronger.