BNA: THE NOMINEES

The Grammys are right around the corner, so grab a mega-mug of green tea and take a look at this year's Best New Artist nominees.

Gracie Abrams: The Interscope singer-songwriter delivers emotionally resonant pop songs with energy and finesse, and her opening spot on Taylor Swift’s giant tour spiked her visibility. Is her vibe in harmony with Grammy’s direction this year?

Fred again..: This Brit artist-songwriter and EDM luminary has considerable musical bona fides, having worked with everyone from Brian Eno to Ed Sheeran; in 2020 he became the BRITs' youngest Producer of the Year. Could Grammy plug into his wavelength?

Ice Spice: 10K/Capitol’s breakout was unquestionably rap’s rookie of the year and brought much swagger and style to hit collaborations like “Boy’s a liar Pt. 2,” with PinkPantheress, and her monster Barbie joint with Nicki Minaj. Could she season her killer year with a BNA win?

Jelly Roll: Arguably 2023’s biggest, most disruptive country arrival, Broken Bow’s face-tatted, rock-leaning artist broke through with audiences and critics alike thanks to his frank, emotionally raw material and swinging-for-the-fences delivery. Could his roll lead to the podium?

Coco Jones: Def Jam’s sleek chanteuse made a splash in the R&B world with her versatile vocals and considerable charm, not to mention hit single “ICU,” which injected new vitality into the genre’s classic bedroom mode. Is Coco ready to sashay to victory?

Noah Kahan: This Mercury/Republic troubadour has helped bring folk-tinged music back into the mainstream, and thanks to “Stick Season” and other riveting songs, he’s catapulted to stardom. Will he cement his gains with a BNA win?

Victoria Monét: Having written hits for stars like Ariana Grande, Monét is well known to Grammy voters, many of whom have been rooting for her to truly enter the spotlight. With ROTY love for “On My Mama” and a BNA nom, her time may truly have come.

The War and Treaty: Mercury Nashville’s soulful married couple has enchanted country fans for a while now with their combination of Americana, gospel, R&B and other forms, all delivered with genuine fire. Are they about to break into the mainstream?