Music Awards Update: Grammy and CMA Nominees and Key Performances
It’s time for The Drop, where we break down the biggest music headlines of the week. ABC News contributor and DJ Megan Wright joins us with updates just as the Grammy nominations are rolling out.
Grammy Nominations: Key Categories and Nominees
The 67th Grammy Awards nominations are here, with everyone’s eyes on Taylor Swift for Tortured Poets Department, Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter, and Billie Eilish’s Hit Me Hard and Soft. Here’s a look at some key categories:
- Best Pop Solo Performance: Major nominees include Beyoncé’s “Bodyguard,” Billie Eilish with “Birds of a Feather,” Charlie XCX with “Apple,” and Sabrina Carpenter’s “Espresso.” This is one of the categories to watch closely!
- Song of the Year: Featuring nominees like Beyoncé’s “Texas Holdin’,” Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars, and a Taylor Swift collaboration with Post Malone for Fortnite.
- Best Country Album: Beyoncé (Cowboy Carter), Chris Stapleton (Higher), Kacey Musgraves (A Deeper Well), Lainey Wilson (Whirlwind), and Post Malone’s first country album, F1 Trillion, are all contenders.
- Album of the Year: Nominees include André 3000, Beyoncé, Billie Eilish, and Sabrina Carpenter, among others. This year’s Grammy Awards are set to air on February 2, 2025, so mark your calendars!
Latin Grammy and CMA Award Updates
Before the Grammys, the Latin Grammy Awards are happening on November 14. Then, on November 20, Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena will host the 2024 CMA Awards. First-time nominees like Shabui and Post Malone are set to perform, joining stars like Chris Stapleton, Lainey Wilson, and Luke Bryan. This impressive lineup promises an unforgettable night celebrating country music’s finest.
Music Meets Film: Michael Jackson Biopic
In movie news, the highly anticipated Michael Jackson biopic, directed by Antoine Fuqua, will now hit theaters on October 3, 2025. Starring Jafar Jackson as Michael, the film will feature over 30 of Michael’s iconic songs. Cast members include Nia Long, Coleman Domingo, Laura Harrier, and Miles Teller. This film promises to deliver an in-depth look at Michael’s legendary career.
With an action-packed award season and exciting music-related film releases, it’s a thrilling time for music fans everywhere!
