2027 Grammy Awards to Feature 100 Categories, Up From 78 in 2012

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The Recording Academy announces some changes ahead of the next Grammy Awards, including five new categories and Best New Artist changes.
The Recording Academy has announced some updated rules and categories ahead of the 2027 Grammy Awards, which will broadcast live across ABC, Disney+, and Hulu on February 7, 2027. This year will see five new categories for a total of 100, up from 78 back in 2012, when numerous categories were consolidated or scrapped altogether.