India, June 12 -- The road to music's biggest night in 2026 has officially begun. The Recording Academy has locked in the date for the 68th Annual Grammy Awards- February 1, 2026. Set to take place at the iconic Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, the show will air live on CBS and stream on Paramount+.

In a sweeping announcement following its annual board meeting, the Academy also unveiled several fresh updates, including new categories, revised eligibility rules and long-overdue recognition for artistic contributions that often go unnoticed.

Among the most notable additions this year: Best Album Cover. While the Grammys have long recognized liner notes and packaging, this specific category has somehow been missing-until now. The two exist...