Days ahead of the 2026 Grammys, Elton John encourages young artists to follow their dreams while introducing the Best New Artist nominees in a short film from Spotify. Hosted by Trevor Noah, the ceremony will feature performances by the Best New Artist nominees. “You don’t give up on a young artist. It’s the greatest reward in music, seeing a young artist persevere and blossom. Meanwhile, Thomas scored five other nominations: Album of the Year and Best R&B Album (Mutt), Best R&B Song (“Yes It Is”), Best R&B Performance (“Mutt,” Live From NPR’s Tiny Desk), and Best Traditional R&B Performance (“Vibes Don’t Lie”).