The Nigerian Entertainment Blog Reports That The 66th Edition Of The Grammy Awards will unveil its nominees on November 10th.

The Grammys Academy has officially declared November 10th as the day the 2024 awards contenders will be disclosed, as members gear up to cast their votes

The 2024 Grammy Awards promises to be a landmark event, as the Academy introduces three fresh categories: the Best African Music Performance, Best Alternative Jazz Album, and Best Pop Dance Recording.

By Ann Chigbufue

For the first time in Grammys history, the 66th edition will showcase the award for Best African Music Performance live on stage.

In a report from Chart Data, a total of 122 tracks were submitted for the Best African Music Performance category. An article in Billboard, published after the introduction of the new African category, highlighted top contenders for nomination, including Adekunle Gold’s ‘Party No Dey Stop,’ Davido’s ‘Unavailable,’ and Asake’s ‘2:30.’

122 songs were submitted for Best African Performance consideration at this year's #GRAMMYs.

2024 will mark the first show the award will be presented. pic.twitter.com/4NyoUkvwSi

— chart data (@chartdata) October 11, 2023

Over the years, Nigerians have shown growing interest in the Grammys, particularly after the victories of Burna Boy, Wizkid, and Tems. With the addition of the new African category, fans eagerly anticipate the inclusion of more Nigerian artists alongside notable names like King Sunny Ade, Femi Kuti, Seun Kuti, Made Kuti, Wizkid, Burna Boy, and Tems in the Grammy nominations list.

Leading up to the unveiling of the nominations on November 10th, the Academy has released a video emphasizing the significance of member voting and its potential to shape the future of the music industry.

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The 2024 Grammy Awards is scheduled for Sunday, February 4, 2024.