The 2026 Grammy Awards delivered a crash course in the future of music with an ambitious medley starring its eight Best New Artist nominees. Thomas scored five additional nominations at this year’s Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year and Best R&B Album for Mutt. “A lot of people are hyperfocused on wins or losses, but I feel like being recognized is such a beautiful thing,” Thomas told Rolling Stone last year. “I think it’s just important for me to keep reminding myself that I’m here for a reason,” Warren told Rolling Stone last year. Last year’s Best New Artist medley featured hit-filled performances from Doechii, Shaboozey, Benson Boone, Raye, Teddy Swims, and Khruangbin.