2026 Best New Artist Grammy Predictions: Sombr, Addison Rae, Ravyn Lenae + More

On this episode of The Pop Pod, I gaze ahead to the 2026 Grammys and try to predict who might land a Best New Artist nomination. Could it be Sombr, Addison Rae, Alex Warren, or Ravyn Lenae? I break down their chances and unpack what might make—or break—each contender.

Later in the episode, I spotlight my personal favorite new artists right now and sit down with Audrey Hobert, Natanya, and Iyla for candid chats about their journeys, creative inspirations, and next moves.

Artists featured in this episode:

Audrey Hobert ‪@audreyhobert‬
Rose Gray ‪@rosegraymusic‬
Natanya ‪@n4t4nya‬
Eli ‪@documentaryofadoll‬
Iyla ‪@iyla‬
Alemeda ‪@ALEMEDA‬
Haute & Freddy ‪@HauteandFreddy‬
Chloe Qisha ‪@ChloeQisha‬
Ronia ‪@itsronia‬
Eddie Benjamin ‪@EddieBenjamin‬

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