In Focus: American Music Awards 2026: Taylor Swift leads, complete list of nominees

The 2026 American Music Awards nominations are out, and Taylor Swift dominates the field with eight nods, the most of any artist as she chases what would be a record-extending 41st career AMA win. Check out the complete list of 2026 AMA nominees across every category right here. Sabrina Carpenter, Olivia Dean, Sombr, and Morgan Wallen each earn seven nominations, while Lady Gaga, Alex Warren, and a host of global stars round out an expansive ballot that now spans 11 brand-new categories including Breakthrough Album of the Year, Song of the Summer, and Best Americana/Folk Artist.