Global Newcomers KATSEYE Nominated for Two Grammy Awards, Including Best New Artist!

HYBE and Geffen Records' global girl group KATSEYE has achieved a remarkable feat, securing nominations in two prestigious categories at the Grammy Awards, widely regarded as the pinnacle of musical achievement.

The Recording Academy announced the nominations for the 68th Annual Grammy Awards, scheduled for 2026, on November 8th (KST). KATSEYE has been recognized with nominations for 'Best New Artist' and 'Best Pop Duo/Group Performance', marking a significant milestone.

The 'Best New Artist' category is considered one of the 'Big Four' major categories, alongside Record of the Year, Album of the Year, and Song of the Year. This nomination marks the first time a group produced under the K-pop methodology, or a K-pop group itself, has been nominated in this esteemed category. They will be competing against formidable artists such as Olivia Dean, The Marías, Addison Rae, and more.

Furthermore, KATSEYE's hit track 'Gabriela' earned them a nod in the 'Best Pop Duo/Group Performance' category. They are set to compete against notable entries including Cynthia Erivo & Ariana Grande's 'Defying Gravity' from the movie 'Wicked', HUNTR/X's 'Golden', ROSÉ & Bruno Mars' 'APT.', and SZA ft. Kendrick Lamar's '30 for 30'.

Despite debuting less than two years ago, KATSEYE's nominations underscore their rapid ascent and significant impact on the global music scene. ABC News lauded the achievement, stating, "It's rare for a girl group to be nominated in a major Grammy category, and the nomination of a global girl group is even more exceptional." CNN echoed this sentiment with a headline, "Grammys Prove KATSEYE is Having the Best Year," highlighting their meteoric rise.

The 68th Annual Grammy Awards ceremony is slated to take place on February 1st, 2026 (local time) at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California.

KATSEYE's nomination for 'Best New Artist' is particularly groundbreaking as it's the first time a group developed using K-pop methodologies or a K-pop adjacent group has been recognized in this major Grammy category. This highlights the growing global influence and recognition of the K-pop production system beyond established K-pop groups.