The 69th Annual Grammy Awards will broadcast live on ABC from Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena on Sunday, February 7, 2027, with simultaneous streaming on Disney+ and Hulu. This significant shift in broadcast partners, announced Tuesday, May 12, during Disney’s Upfront presentation in New York City, marks a return to ABC for the first time since 1972 and a new digital home for the prestigious music awards.
A New Era for Broadcast and Digital Reach
The move to ABC, Hulu, and Disney+ signals a strategic expansion of the Grammy Awards’ reach, tapping into a broad audience across traditional television and popular streaming platforms. This partnership, initially revealed in October 2024, aims to invigorate viewership and engagement for music’s biggest night.
Harvey Mason Jr., CEO of the Recording Academy, expressed enthusiasm for the new chapter. “The Grammys are all about celebrating the music that moves the world, and this moment is built on exactly that,” he stated. “This is an exciting time for us as an organisation — a new home and a bold new chapter for the Grammy Awards. We’re just getting started, and the best is yet to come.”
Historical Broadcast Ties Resurface
The 2027 ceremony will see the Grammy Awards return to ABC, the network that aired the first two telecasts in 1971 and 1972. Following those initial years, the show found a long-term home with CBS, broadcasting exclusively on the network from 1973 until the 2026 ceremony.
In recent years, the Grammys have explored digital platforms, with the last four telecasts also streaming on Paramount+. This latest move integrates digital streaming more deeply into the primary broadcast strategy through Disney’s robust streaming ecosystem.
Familiar Venue, Evolving Logistics
The familiar backdrop of Crypto.com Arena in downtown Los Angeles is slated to host the 2027 awards. The venue, formerly known as Staples Center, has been the primary location for the Grammys in most years since 2000.
Notable exceptions include the 2003 and 2018 ceremonies, which were held at Madison Square Garden in New York. The COVID-19 pandemic also necessitated venue changes, with the 2021 and 2022 shows relocating to the Los Angeles Convention Center and the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, respectively, due to public health concerns.
Key Dates Set for the 2027 Grammy Season
The Recording Academy has outlined a comprehensive timeline for the 2027 awards season, guiding artists, labels, and voters through the eligibility and nomination process.
- Eligibility Period: August 31, 2025 – August 28, 2026
- Media Company Registration Period: June 25, 2026 – August 14, 2026
- Online Entry Period: July 7, 2026 – August 21, 2026
- First Round Voting: October 12, 2026 – October 22, 2026
- Nominations Announced: November 16, 2026
- Final Round Voting: December 10, 2026 – January 7, 2027
- 2027 Grammy Awards: February 7, 2027
What to Watch Next
With the broadcast home and key dates established, attention will now turn to the search for a new host, as Trevor Noah has helmed the telecast for the past six years. The Recording Academy’s strategic partnership with ABC, Hulu, and Disney+ will be closely watched for its impact on viewership numbers and the overall presentation of the 2027 Grammy Awards, potentially setting a new standard for how major entertainment awards reach their audiences in the evolving media landscape.
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