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Country music icon Reba McEntire took the stage at the 2026 GRAMMY Awards to lead the powerful In Memoriam tribute. Her performance was especially poignant, honoring those the music world lost over the past year, including her late son, Brandon Blackstock, who passed away in August 2025 after a battle with cancer.
Ahead of the show, Reba McEntire spoke about the emotional significance of her performance.
“I’ve got a lot of friends on that screen tonight. My oldest son, Brandon Blackstock, is also up there. He passed in August, so this is going to be a very emotional song to sing,” she shared.
McEntire delivered a special rendition of “Trailblazer,” presenting a reimagined version titled “Trailblazer (Dream Chaser Version).” The performance featured GRAMMY-winning singer-songwriter Brandy Clark, who rewrote the song and co-produced it alongside McEntire, as well as GRAMMY-winning artist Lukas Nelson.
In a separate red carpet interview with E! News, McEntire revealed “Brandon is going to be up on the stage” and admitted the moment was going to be “very special.”
Even with three GRAMMY wins out of 18 nominations, each filled with unforgettable moments, the 70-year-old Reba McEntire said her first-ever performance on the GRAMMY stage will top them all: “This is going to be my favorite memory.”
Brandon Blackstock passed away on August 7, 2025, after a three-year battle with melanoma. He was 48 years old. Reba McEntire became Brandon’s stepmother in 1989 when she married Narvel Blackstock. Although the couple divorced in 2015, Reba remained close to Brandon and always considered him like her own son. Brandon was previously married to Kelly Clarkson and was a longtime music manager, having worked with artists including Blake Shelton.
Reba McEntire arrived to the 68th Annual GRAMMY Awards with her fiancé Rex Linn. The couple and stars of Happy’s Place walked hand-in-hand and smiled for the cameras as they made their glamorous walk down the red carpet for Music’s Biggest Night.
The GRAMMYs featured performances by McEntire, Clark, and Nelson along with Addison Rae, Alex Warren, Andrew Watt, Chad Smith, Clipse, Duff McKagan, Justin Bieber, KATSEYE, Lady Gaga, Leon Thomas, Lola Young, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Olivia Dean, Pharrell Williams, Post Malone, Sabrina Carpenter, Slash, SOMBR, The Marías, and more.
Additionally, those who presented during the star-studded ceremony included Carole King, Chappell Roan, Charli XCX, Doechii, Harry Styles, Jeff Goldblum, KAROL G, Lainey Wilson, Marcello Hernández, Nikki Glaser, Q-Tip, Queen Latifah, and Teyana Taylor. An additional surprise presenter was also revealed during the show.
According to the Recording Academy, the GRAMMY Awards stood alone as the only music honors voted on by peers, with winners selected by the Academy’s voting members. This group was made up of music creators spanning every genre and discipline, from recording artists and songwriters to producers, mixers, and engineers.
Broadcast live from Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena, “Music’s Biggest Night” was hosted by Trevor Noah and aired Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on the CBS Television Network, with live and on-demand streaming available on Paramount+*.
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Beautifully Broken by Jelly Roll was crowned Best Contemporary Country Album at the 68th Annual GRAMMY Awards on Sunday, February 1, 2026.
The award was presented by Lainey Wilson and Jeff Goldblum, who praised the night as “celebrating the very best in country music today.”
Jelly Roll appeared visibly stunned when his name was announced, nearly falling to the floor in disbelief before making his way to the stage to deliver an emotional acceptance speech.
“I know they’re going to try to kick me off here, so just let me try to get this out. First of all, Jesus, I hear you and I’m listening. Lord, I’m listening, Lord. Second of all, I want to thank my beautiful wife [Bunnie XO]. I would’ve never changed my life without you. I’d ended up dead or in jail. I’d have killed myself if it wasn’t for you and Jesus, I thank you for that,” he said.
The Nashville native went on to thank members of his team, including his label, manager, and country radio.
“I thank you for my label, Broken Bow! Country Radio, baby. What’s up, dog? Oh, Republic John McNeely. We did it, baby,” he shouted.
Letting his faith guide the way, Jelly Roll continued as he pulled a Bible out of his pocket, “There was a time in my life y’all that I was broken. That’s why I wrote this album. I didn’t think I had a chance. There was days that I thought the darkest things, I was a horrible human. There was a moment in my life that all I had was a Bible this big and a radio the same size of a 6×8 foot cell. And I believed that those two things could change my life. I believed that music had the power to change my life, and God had the power to change my life. And I want to tell y’all right now, Jesus is for everybody. Jesus is not owned by one political party. Jesus is not owned by no music label. Jesus is Jesus and anybody can have a relationship with him. I love you, Lord!”
Beautifully Broken was released on October 11, 2024, and debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, marking Jelly Roll’s first chart-topper there. The album also reached No. 1 on the UK Country Albums chart. The project features the hit singles “I Am Not Okay,” “Heart of Stone,” and “Liar.”
Also nominated in the Best Contemporary Country Album category were Patterns by Kelsea Ballerini, Snipe Hunter by Tyler Childers, Evangeline Vs. The Machine by Eric Church, and Postcards From Texas by Miranda Lambert.
The GRAMMYs will feature performances by Addison Rae, Alex Warren, Andrew Watt, Brandy Clark, Chad Smith, Clipse, Duff McKagan, Justin Bieber, KATSEYE, Lady Gaga, Leon Thomas, Lola Young, Lukas Nelson, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Olivia Dean, Pharrell Williams, Post Malone, Reba McEntire, Sabrina Carpenter, Slash, SOMBR, The Marías, and more.
Additionally, those confirmed to present during the star-studded ceremony include Carole King, Chappell Roan, Charli xcx, Doechii, Harry Styles, Jeff Goldblum, KAROL G, Lainey Wilson, Marcello Hernández, Nikki Glaser, Q-Tip, Queen Latifah, and Teyana Taylor. Plus, an additional surprise presenter will be revealed during the show.
According to the Recording Academy, the GRAMMY Awards stand alone as the only music honors voted on by peers, with winners selected by the Recording Academy’s voting members. This group is made up of music creators spanning every genre and discipline, from recording artists and songwriters to producers, mixers, and engineers.
Broadcast live from Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena, “Music’s Biggest Night” will be hosted by Trevor Noah and air Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on the CBS Television Network, with live and on-demand streaming available on Paramount+*.
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The country singer shared a post on social media ahead of the Grammy Awards saying he won’t be in attendance. Continue reading…Country Music News – Taste of Country
The GRAMMY Award for Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song was presented to Brandon Lake and Jelly Roll for “Hard Fought Hallelujah” at the 2026 GRAMMY Awards Premiere Ceremony, held ahead of the 68th Annual GRAMMY Awards on Sunday, February 1, 2026.
While Jelly Roll was unable to accept the honor at the pre-telecast event, Lake took to the stage and first thanked Jesus for his big win.
“Thank you. Oh man. Wow. Thank you, Jesus. I want to thank my wife, who’s holding down the fort back home with all my babies, crazy babies,” he began. “Thank you to The [Recording] Academy for honoring this category. Thank you, Provident, my label, Bright Group. Thank you, Pastor Steven Furdick, Benjamin William Hastings, Chris Brown, Micah Nichols for producing this song and all my local Charleston, South Carolina guys who played on it like Roderick Simmons. Shout out to him.”
Next, he gave his friend and collaborator, Jelly Roll, a shoutout.
“I want to say obviously a huge thank you to Jelly Roll for taking the chance on this song, taking a chance on me,” he sweetly shared. “He just took me everywhere he was performing and said, ‘let’s do this song together.’ He took this song places that I couldn’t have by myself.”
In closing, Lake detailed the impact that “Hard Fought Hallelujah” has had on fans.
“I’ve gotten countless messages of how this song has literally saved people’s lives and pointed them to Jesus,” he explained. “If it wasn’t for Jesus, I don’t know where I would be, y’all. Most important thing I could say is this world is Cray Cray right now, but I was reminded of the scripture this morning, John 16:33. I have told you these things so that in me, you may have peace. In this world, you will have trouble. But take heart, I have overcome the world. He’s overcome, so that means we can too through Christ. Love you. Thank you so much.”
Lake originally recorded “Hard Fought Hallelujah” as a solo track, releasing it in November 2024. The song debuted at #1 on Billboard’s Digital Songs chart and reached #51 on the Billboard Hot 100. In April 2025, Lake invited Jelly Roll to join him on a collaborative version of the song. This new rendition appears on Lake’s King of Hearts album, which was released in June 2025.
The collaboration has sparked a meaningful friendship between the two artists and inspired fans to share their own stories of God’s provision and faithfulness during challenging times.
“Collaborating with Jelly Roll on Hard Fought Hallelujah was powerful because we both understand what it’s like to walk through battles and still choose to lift a song of hope,” Lake previously shared. “My prayer is that this song reminds people not to give up—that even in the hardest seasons, there’s growth, purpose, and a victory worth singing about.”
“Working with Brandon was an incredible experience. This track touched my soul like few others. ‘Hard Fought Hallelujah’ is a song that will echo through my home for years to come,” Jelly Roll added.
The GRAMMYs will feature performances by Addison Rae, Alex Warren, Andrew Watt, Brandy Clark, Chad Smith, Clipse, Duff McKagan, Justin Bieber, KATSEYE, Lady Gaga, Leon Thomas, Lola Young, Lukas Nelson, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Olivia Dean, Pharrell Williams, Post Malone, Reba McEntire, Sabrina Carpenter, Slash, SOMBR, The Marías, and more.
Additionally, those confirmed to present during the star-studded ceremony include Carole King, Chappell Roan, Charli xcx, Doechii, Harry Styles, Jeff Goldblum, KAROL G, Lainey Wilson, Marcello Hernández, Nikki Glaser, Q-Tip, Queen Latifah, and Teyana Taylor. Plus, an additional surprise presenter will be revealed during the show.
According to the Recording Academy, the GRAMMY Awards stand alone as the only music honors voted on by peers, with winners selected by the Recording Academy’s voting members. This group is made up of music creators spanning every genre and discipline, from recording artists and songwriters to producers, mixers, and engineers.
Broadcast live from Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena, “Music’s Biggest Night” will be hosted by Trevor Noah and air Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on the CBS Television Network, with live and on-demand streaming available on Paramount+*.
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