The 2025 album of the year category might be the most high-stakes Grammys race in years. But let’s back up. The category has a little something for everyone this year – from the pink-drenched newcomer Chappell Roan’s velvety vocals in her debut album “The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess” to André 3000’s flute-centric “New Blue Sun.

Beyoncé leads the Grammy nods with 11 thanks to her acclaimed “Cowboy Carter” album, bringing her career total to 99 nominations. That makes her the most nominated artist in Grammy history. Since 2023 she’s also been the most decorated artist, having earned 32 trophies across her career.