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2016 Grammy Awards: Full List of Performers and Presenters

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Grammy Awards 2016: Live Coverage, Performers and Presenters

We are providing live coverage of the Grammy Awards today. It’s notable that the ceremony is airing on a Monday, which may mean many viewers will still be at work when the festivities begin. The Grammy Premiere Ceremony starts at 3:30 PM ET, where more than 70 of the 83 awards will be handed out. Later in the evening, the main Grammy Awards broadcast begins at 8:00 PM ET on CBS and will be shown live across all time zones. Stay tuned for updates as the night progresses.

Full list of 2016 Grammy nominations is available for reference if you want to follow the nominees throughout the broadcast and Premiere Ceremony.

What to expect during the Grammy Premiere Ceremony

The Grammy Premiere Ceremony precedes the main telecast and covers the majority of the technical and genre-specific categories. This portion of the evening celebrates artists, producers, engineers and songwriters whose work contributed to the music industry over the past year. While the Premiere Ceremony may not get the same television coverage as the main show, it’s where many deserving winners are recognized and where important career milestones are acknowledged.

Main Grammy Awards broadcast highlights

The main show is the center of the evening’s televised celebration: high-profile performances, major category announcements, and several tribute segments that honor influential artists and hands that shaped music. This year’s telecast features a range of performances across genres, from pop and R&B to rock, hip-hop, country and Broadway, reflecting the diversity of contemporary music.

Performers at the Grammy Awards

  • Adele
  • Alabama Shakes
  • Joey Alexander
  • James Bay and Tori Kelly
  • Justin Bieber and Jack Ü (Diplo and Skrillex)
  • Luke Bryan, John Legend, Demi Lovato, and Meghan Trainor with Lionel Richie
  • Andra Day and Ellie Goulding
  • Eagles (Don Henley, Bernie Leadon, Timothy B. Schmit, and Joe Walsh) with Jackson Browne in tribute to Glenn Frey
  • “Hamilton” Broadway cast
  • Hollywood Vampires (Alice Cooper, Johnny Depp and Joe Perry)
  • Sam Hunt and Carrie Underwood
  • Lady Gaga in tribute to David Bowie
  • Kendrick Lamar
  • Little Big Town
  • Miguel
  • Pitbull, Travis Barker and Robin Thicke
  • Rihanna
  • Chris Stapleton, Gary Clark Jr. and Bonnie Raitt in tribute to B.B. King
  • Taylor Swift
  • The Weeknd

The evening’s roster of performers brings together established superstars and critically acclaimed artists across multiple genres. Several performances are slated as tributes—honoring the musical legacy of artists such as Glenn Frey, David Bowie and B.B. King—highlighting the Grammys’ role in commemorating music history while celebrating current achievements.

Presenters at the ceremony

  • Cam
  • Stephen Colbert
  • Common
  • James Corden
  • Kaley Cuoco
  • Earth, Wind & Fire (the GRAMMYs will honor founding member Maurice White by recognizing the band’s 2016 Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Award as the surviving members present the GRAMMY for Record Of The Year)
  • Selena Gomez
  • Ariana Grande
  • Ice Cube
  • O’Shea Jackson Jr.
  • Anna Kendrick
  • Seth MacFarlane
  • Ryan Seacrest
  • Ed Sheeran
  • Sam Smith

Presenters range from actors and comedians to respected musicians, reflecting the crossover appeal of the Grammy Awards and their prominence within the entertainment industry. Special honors and surprises often emerge during the presentation segments, so viewers should watch closely for guest appearances and unexpected moments.

How to follow tonight’s coverage

The primary broadcast on CBS will carry the main event beginning at 8:00 PM ET. For viewers following online or via live blogs, the Premiere Ceremony earlier in the day contains many of the competitive category winners. This live coverage aims to summarize winners, highlight standout performances, and report on notable tributes and collaborations as they happen. Check local listings for regional broadcast details and confirm timing if you are in a different time zone.

The Grammy Awards remain one of the most watched and talked-about music events of the year, combining awards, performances and tributes into a single evening that both honors the past and celebrates current artistic achievements. Whether you’re following the winners, tuning in for performances, or interested in the industry recognition, tonight promises a range of memorable moments.

Stay tuned for live updates and coverage throughout the evening as winners are announced and performances unfold.