2026 GRAMMY Nominations
Billboard: How Leon Thomas Fetched a Mainstream Hit With 'Mutt'
Congratulations to Leon Thomas, Jon Batiste, and Michelle Williams earned a combined 10 nominations, including: Album of The Year (Leon Thomas), Best Americana Album (Jon Batiste), Best Musical Album (Michelle Williams) and more!
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Leon Thomas
1. Best New Artist
2. Album of the Year — MUTT
3. Best R&B Album — MUTT
4. Best R&B Performance — “MUTT (Live from NPR’s Tiny Desk)”
5. Best Traditional R&B Performance — “Vibes Don’t Lie”
6. Best R&B Song — “Yes It Is”
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Jon Batiste
1. Best Americana Album — Big Money
2. Best American Roots Performance — “Lonely Avenue” (Jon Batiste featuring Randy Newman)
3. Best American Roots Song — “Big Money” (Jon Batiste, Mike Elizondo & Steve McEwan)
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Michelle Williams
1. Best Musical Theater Album — Death Becomes Her (Original Broadway Cast)