LOS ANGELES, California — Jamaican reggae sensation Lila Iké has been confirmed to carry out within the opening variety of the 2026 GRAMMY Awards Premiere Ceremony, set for Sunday, February 1, on the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.
The announcement locations Iké amongst an elite group of artists chosen to kick off the televised occasion, which showcases lots of this yr’s nominees earlier than the primary GRAMMY broadcast. The efficiency lineup consists of fellow nominees comparable to Grace Potter, Israel Houghton, Maggie Rose and Trombone Shorty.
Iké’s inclusion within the ceremony holds particular significance, as she is a first-time GRAMMY nominee within the Finest Reggae Album class for her acclaimed debut, Treasure Self Love. Followers and business observers view her choice for the opening phase as a significant milestone in her worldwide profession.
Along with performing, the reggae artist shared the information on her social media platforms, expressing gratitude for each her nomination and the chance to look on one in every of music’s greatest world phases.
The Premiere Ceremony will probably be livestreamed starting at 3:30 PM Japanese / 12:30 PM Pacific on the Recording Academy’s YouTube channel and GRAMMY.com, offering audiences worldwide free entry to the early portion of the awards celebration.
As preparations proceed forward of the February 1 broadcast, pleasure is constructing round Iké’s efficiency, which many see as a defining second for Jamaica’s illustration on the 2026 GRAMMY Awards.
