Why Madonna, The Rolling Stones and Paul McCartney Could Be Grammy Dark Horses
When legacy acts score album of the year nods (and wins), it doesn’t always go over well — but this year, three deserving veterans who generated buzz could be deserving nominees.
Three legendary artists - Madonna, The Rolling Stones, and Paul McCartney - have potential Grammy contenders in their 2026 albums, Confessions II, Foreign Tongues, and The Boys of Dungeon Lane, respectively. While their well-received releases might make them dark horses for album of the year at the 2027 awards, legacy artists' chances of winning are currently less favorable due to the evolving nature of the Grammys.
In recent years, younger and more diverse voting members have dominated, making it harder for established artists like Madonna, The Rolling Stones, and Paul McCartney to win. However, their name recognition could still give them an edge in the competitive album of the year category, where voters from various genres and demographics participate.
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