The 66th Grammy Awards are set to take place at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California, on February 4, 2024, according to an official statement from the Recording Academy. This show will be broadcast live on CBS and can also be streamed on Paramount+ for live viewing and on-demand access, giving fans multiple ways to catch the action from anywhere.
Preparations for the ceremony include the annual rollout of nominees, which were announced previously on Friday, November 10, 2023. The Recording Academy highlighted a full year of musical excellence, recognizing standout recordings, songs, and artists across a wide range of genres from October 1, 2022 to September 15, 2023. The scope of the awards continues to evolve as the organization reflects on the past year in music and looks to honor the creators and performers who shaped it.
In a move reflecting ongoing reforms to the awards process, the organization announced the addition of three new categories for this edition: Best African Music Performance, Best Pop Dance Recording, and Best Alternative Jazz Album. These additions underscore the academy’s commitment to expanding representation and acknowledging diverse sonic landscapes on the global stage.
Additionally, changes to the voting process will broaden participation. The current non-classical producer of the year and non-classical composer of the year categories will become part of the general voting pool, allowing all voters recognized by the Recording Academy to weigh in on these honors rather than restricting voting to the respective subgroups. This marks a shift from past practice, when only members of the relevant divisions could decide winners in those two categories.
These updates are described by the Recording Academy as efforts to make the awards process more fair, transparent, and precise. The executive director, Harvey Mason jr., noted in a statement that the changes aim to improve how winners are determined and how the awards reflect the broader music community. The gesture signals a broader push toward inclusivity and accountability within the institution and its rituals of recognition.
As the season progressed, Beyoncé emerged as a standout figure at the awards through career milestones that continue to resonate. With the recent triumphs, she surpassed previous records and added to a long list of Grammys earned, highlighting the enduring impact of her work and influence within contemporary music. Her triumphs, including victories tied to the album Renaissance, have been celebrated in industry circles and among fans alike, marking a landmark moment in pop and R&B history.
Other notable wins from the night included Harry Styles, who earned the award for Album of the Year for Harry’s House. Lizzo captured the Record of the Year with About Damn Time, and blues icon Bonnie Raitt delivered a memorable moment by taking home Song of the Year for Just Like That, which surprised and delighted audiences. These performances and recognitions underscored the breadth of talent celebrated at the Grammys, from pop and rock to blues and beyond, reflecting a year of diverse musical achievement that resonated across listeners and critics alike.