The Latin Recording Academy has announced the nominees for the 26th Annual Latin Grammy Awards, and once again Brazil stands out with a strong and diverse lineup of artists. The ceremony will take place on November 13, 2025, at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, celebrating the best in Latin music across 60 categories—including three new ones: Visual Media, Best Song for Visual Media, and Best Roots Song.
From samba and pagode to sertanejo, urban beats, and contemporary MPB, the list reflects the richness of Brazilian music and its global influence.
A Record-Breaking Year for Liniker
The big highlight among Brazilians is Liniker, who secured seven nominations—including some of the most prestigious categories of the night: Record of the Year (Ao Teu Lado), Album of the Year (Caju), and Song of the Year (Veludo Marrom).
Icons Meet the New Generation
Legends and newcomers share the spotlight this year. Milton Nascimento, teaming up with U.S. jazz star Esperanza Spalding, earned a nomination for Best Portuguese-Language Song with Um Vento Passou. Meanwhile, rising stars like Juliane Gamboa and Sued Nunes represent Brazil in the coveted Best New Artist category.
Samba and pagode are strongly represented with Alcione, Mart’nália, and Zeca Pagodinho, while sertanejo arrives with Ana Castela and the legendary duo Chitãozinho & Xororó.
The new MPB wave also makes itself heard through Dora Morelenbaum, Rachel Reis, Jadsa, Rubel, and Luedji Luna, reinforcing the genre’s vitality.
Other Brazilian Highlights
- Marina Sena – Best Portuguese-Language Song & Best Contemporary Pop Album
- Djonga – Best Rock/Alternative Album & Best Urban Performance in Portuguese
- Maria Beraldo and BaianaSystem – Best Rock/Alternative Album in Portuguese
- Yamandu Costa – Two nominations in Instrumental Album categories
- Hamilton de Holanda – Best Latin Jazz Album
- Marcelo D2 and Papatinho – Urban and Popular Brazilian Music categories
Why It Matters
Since its creation in 2000, the Latin Grammy has been a crucial platform to showcase the plurality of Brazilian music to an international audience. This year’s nominees prove once again that Brazil is not just exporting rhythms—it’s shaping the global soundscape.
With voting beginning on October 1, 2025, the countdown is on to see which Brazilian names will take home the golden gramophone.
