By Daniel Edu
The 66th Grammy Awards have 65 reggae albums listed for consideration in various categories. Among the notable contenders in the Best Global Album category are Stephen Marley with his critically acclaimed “Old Soul,” Shaggy with the soca-influenced “In the Mood,” and Morgan Heritage with “The Homeland.”
In addition to these, artists such as Burna Boy, Baaba Maal, Davido, Stonebwoy, and Wizkid are also being considered for nominations. It’s important to note that the eligibility period for the 2024 Grammys covers recordings released from October 1, 2022, to September 15, 2023, and only those commercially released in the United States are eligible for consideration.
The first round of voting for nominations commenced on October 11, and the Recording Academy has provided key dates and deadlines for the 66th Annual Grammy Awards. The official nominees for the 2024 Grammys will be announced on Friday, November 10, 2023.
The 66th Annual Grammy Awards, a highly anticipated music awards ceremony, will recognize the best recordings, compositions, and artists from the eligibility year, as determined by the members of the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences.
