Grammy Awards 2026: Country Music's Big Winners
The 68th Grammy Awards are underway at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, where the music industry's greatest talents will be honored.
countryrebel.comJelly Roll took home Best Contemporary Country Album for Beautifully Broken at the 2026 Grammys, with Kelsea Ballerini, Tyler Childers, and Miranda Lambert among the notable names. The American Music Awards also highlighted a strong country presence, with nominees across male, female, and duo/group categories including Jelly Roll, Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, and Lainey Wilson. Pre-telecast wins were reported for several country categories, while broader country-genre recognition persisted across Americana and Roots categories in early 2026 coverage. Other notes point to a busy award season with cross-genre recognition and multiple ceremonies running ahead of the main telecasts. The Grammys and AMAs together emphasized country music’s breadth across solo acts and collaborations.