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Country musician Zach Bryan declined to let his music be considered for nomination in the upcoming 2025 Grammy Awards. His decision matches the concerns he has about award show competition.
Background
Bryan decided in October 2024 not to let his music be considered for the upcoming Grammy Awards because he felt uncomfortable about musical competition. His decision to sit out Grammy awards matches one taken by artists Drake along with The Weeknd before him.
Career Highlights
Bryan established multiple career achievements before he made his choice to refrain from entering the 2025 Grammy awards race. In 2024 he received his initial Grammy victory during the Best Country Duo/Group Performance category for the record “I Remember Everything” alongside Kacey Musgraves. The Great American Bar Scene album which hit No. 2 on Billboard 200 after its July 2024 release offered listeners Pink Skies through a single that achieved No. 6 on Billboard Hot 100.
Industry Impact
Bryan decided to remove his music from Grammy eligibility because this illustrates a broader debate about awards’ function in the music business. Several musicians follow the same mindset as Bryan in prioritizing artistic expression above award nominations since they chose to not submit their works for consideration.
Zach Bryan’s Decision to Withhold Music from 2025 Grammys.
