2025 Grammy Awards Nominees Announced

The 67th Grammy Awards will take place on February 2, 2025, with a notable absence of K-Pop artists in major categories, leading to criticism of the nomination process. The only mention of K-Pop comes from aespa, who is featured on a nominated album, while BTS’s Jungkook is included through his collaboration on Usher's album. In contrast, the newly introduced Best African Music Performance category has garnered significant attention, showcasing major nominations for Nigerian artists like Davido and Wizkid. Other highlights include SZA, Jack Antonoff, and Beyoncé leading with multiple nominations. Indian artists also received recognition, with Ricky Kej and Anoushka Shankar nominated in various categories. The nominations reflect the diversity and evolving landscape of global music, even as criticisms of snubs and biases persist.