Latest News About Country music awards 2026: winners and nominees

Jelly Roll took home Best Contemporary Country Album for Beautifully Broken at the 2026 Grammys, with Kelsea Ballerini, Tyler Childers, and Miranda Lambert among the contenders. The American Music Awards showcased 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 announced for several country categories, while broader country-genre recognition was evident across Americana and Roots categories in early 2026 coverage. Other notes suggest a busy award season with cross-genre recognition and multiple ceremonies running ahead of the main telecasts. The Grammys and AMAs together underscored country music’s breadth across solo acts and collaborations.