The countdown to the 2026 Grammy Awards has officially begun and this year’s nominations have set the electronic and dance music community buzzing. The 68th annual ceremony will take place on February 1 2026 and the Recording Academy has announced all 95 categories. As always, the dance and electronic field is packed with big names, fan favorites and exciting newcomers.
The electronic categories shine with talent. Previous Grammy winners Fred again.., Skrillex, Kaytranada, Rüfüs Du Sol and David Guetta all return with strong nominations. They stand alongside respected acts like Disclosure and first time nominee Chris Lake. As a result the competition feels especially fierce and refreshingly diverse this year.
Below is a breakdown of the dance and electronic nominees making waves in 2026.
Best Dance or Electronic Recording
No Cap — Disclosure and Anderson .Paak
Victory Lap — Fred Again.., Skepta and PlaqueBoyMax
Space Invader — Kaytranada
Voltage — Skrillex
End of Summer — Tame Impala
These tracks dominated playlists throughout the year and each one brings a distinct sonic identity. From Kaytranada’s groove forward production to Skrillex’s high energy punch the category captures the wide spectrum of modern electronic music.
Best Dance or Electronic Album
Eusexua — FKA Twigs
Ten Days — Fred Again..
Fancy That — PinkPantheress
Inhale / Exhale — Rüfüs Du Sol
F U Skrillex You Think Ur Andy Warhol But Ur Not <3 — Skrillex
This lineup blends experimental sound design, emotive storytelling and club ready energy. Furthermore it highlights how the genre continues to evolve far beyond dance floors.
Best Dance Pop Recording
Bluest Flame – Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco
Abracadabra — Lady Gaga
Midnight Sun – Zara Larsson
Just Keep Watching (From “F1 The Movie”) – Tate McRae
Illegal – PinkPantheress
The dance pop category continues to bridge mainstream appeal with bold production choices. Each nominee delivered radio hits that also found success in clubs and festivals.
Best Remixed Recording
Abracadabra (Gesaffelstein Remix) — Gesaffelstein
Don’t Forget About Us — Kaytranada
A Dreams A Dream (Ron Trent Remix) — Ron Trent
Galvanize — Chris Lake
Golden David Guetta REM X — David Guetta
Remix culture remains a vital part of the electronic scene. These reworks bring fresh interpretations to iconic songs and showcase the producers’ technical creativity.
In addition the Grammys have revived the Best Album Cover category. Notable nominees include Tyler, the Creator for Chromakopia, Djo for The Crux, Bad Bunny for Debi Tirar Mas Fotos, Perfume Genius for Glory and Wet Leg for Moisturizer.
With so many standout artists in the running this year’s awards feel more unpredictable and exciting than ever. Fans now eagerly await the final results.
Conclusion
The 2026 Grammy nominations spotlight the strength and innovation of today’s electronic and dance music landscape. From club heavy hits to boundary pushing albums the field is stacked with talent. As we approach the ceremony anticipation will only grow. No matter who takes home the trophies the genre continues to thrive and inspire.