The 67th Annual Grammy Awards are set to occur this Sunday, February 2, and we at Loudwire are eager to discover which nominees our readers believe deserve to win in the crucial rock and metal categories: Best Rock Album and Best Metal Performance. As we await the ceremony, it?s interesting to see how the voting public feels about these prestigious awards. Will the Grammy voters align with the sentiments of Loudwire’s audience? Let?s dive into the results and opinions regarding these significant categories.

Insights from Loudwire Readers: Predictions for Best Rock Album Grammy Winner

The nominations for Best Rock Album, announced in early November, showcased a lineup heavily featuring iconic rock bands with longstanding reputations. This year witnessed a notable comeback for several legendary artists from the ’90s, with Pearl Jam‘s Dark Matter, The Black Crowes‘ Happiness Bastards, and Green Day‘s Saviors earning nominations. The inclusion of these groups highlights the enduring appeal and influence of classic rock in today?s music landscape.

Adding to the excitement, one of rock’s foundational bands, The Rolling Stones, made waves with their latest release, Hackney Diamonds, while newer talents like Fontaines D.C. and IDLES received accolades for their albums, Romance and Tangk, respectively. This mix of veteran and emerging artists reveals the dynamic nature of the rock genre and its ability to evolve while honoring its roots.

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In our poll, Green Day garnered the most votes, although we encouraged fans to rank all the nominated albums. Ultimately, Pearl Jam‘s Dark Matter achieved the highest overall ranking, scoring an impressive 7.24 out of 10. Following closely behind, Green Day‘s Saviors received a solid 6.75, while The Black Crowes rounded out the top three with a ranking of 6.13 for Happiness Bastards. These rankings reflect a strong preference among Loudwire readers for Dark Matter as a potential Grammy winner.

The enthusiasm for Dark Matter was palpable, with one fan exclaiming on social media, ?Dark Matter, 100 percent.? Other readers voiced their support for The Rolling Stones and Fontaines D.C., with one fan enthusiastically stating, ?The Fontaines album is baller AF.? This diversity of opinions showcases the vibrant conversations surrounding these nominations.

The complete rankings from our readers are as follows:

Loudwire Reader Rankings for the Best Rock Album Nominations

Pearl Jam, Dark Matter 7.24
Green Day, Saviors 6.75
The Black Crowes, Happiness Bastards 6.13
The Rolling Stones, Hackney Diamonds 5.72
Fontaines D.C., Romance 5.47
IDLES, Tangk 4.62

Pearl Jam, “Dark Matter”

Insights from Loudwire Readers: Predictions for Best Metal Performance Grammy Winner

The Best Metal Performance category showcased a remarkable range of talent this year, featuring legendary acts like Metallica with “Screaming Suicide” and Judas Priest with “Crown of Horns.” The French metal band Gojira made a significant impact with their Olympic performance of “Mea Culpa (Ah! Ca Ira!),” while emerging stars like Spiritbox (“Cellar Door”) and Knocked Loose Featuring Poppy (“Suffocate”) rounded out the nominations. This broad representation highlights the diverse sounds and styles within the metal genre today.

Gojira seemed to emerge as a clear favorite among fans, igniting extensive discussions across social media platforms. One enthusiastic commenter stated, “Performance? Gojira. It was the performance of the century. In terms of stage, relevance, and reach, it?s just untouched. It was historic. Gojira, unquestionably.” Others echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the unparalleled nature of Gojira’s live performance.

Further comments reinforced the belief that Gojira’s performance was monumental, with one viewer declaring, “If it’s not Gojira, there is no point to this. That was one of the most metal things at a mainstream event ever.” Many fans expressed their anticipation for Gojira to receive this award, emphasizing the sheer impact of their stage presence.

Additionally, there were shoutouts for Judas Priest, with one fan insisting, “You aren’t a metal fan if you don’t think their album is the best this year.” Many also praised Knocked Loose, with comments like “Knocked Loose. Hands down,” and “Suffocate is such a great song.” However, some skeptics worried that Metallica might take the award simply due to their established fame, leading to some passionate remarks about the perceived unfairness of the voting process.

In the final tally, Gojira not only received the most votes but also achieved a remarkable ranking among voters. Their track “Mea Culpa (Ah! Ca Ira!)” secured an impressive overall score of 8.33 out of 10 from Loudwire readers.

The other nominees were closely ranked, with Judas Priest‘s “Crown of Horns” coming in second place with a 6.97 ranking, followed by Spiritbox‘s “Cellar Door” at 6.67. The rankings for all nominees can be found below.

Loudwire Reader Rankings for the Best Metal Performance Nominations

Gojira, “Mea Culpa (Ah! Ca Ira!)” 8.33
Judas Priest, “Crown of Horns” 6.97
Spiritbox, “Cellar Door” 6.67
Knocked Loose, “Suffocate” 6.57
Metallica, “Screaming Suicide” 6.52

Gojira & Marina Viotti, “Mea Culpa (Ah! Ca Ira!)”

Essential Viewing: How to Watch the Grammy Awards and Premiere Ceremony

The 67th Annual Grammy Awards are scheduled for this Sunday, February 2, airing live from 8?11:30 PM ET / 5?8:30 PM PT on CBS. Hosted by Trevor Noah, the ceremony will also be available for streaming live and on-demand via Paramount+ for viewers around the globe. For those with SHOWTIME subscriptions, the event will be accessible live, while Paramount+ Essential subscribers can catch it on-demand the day after the broadcast.

Additionally, a significant number of rock and metal awards will be presented during the Grammy Premiere Ceremony, which occurs prior to the CBS broadcast. This year?s event will be held at the Peacock Theater located within the LA Live complex in Los Angeles, streaming live at 3:30 PM ET / 12:30 PM PT on the Recording Academy?s YouTube channel and at live.GRAMMY.com. Justin Tranter will serve as the host for this prestigious ceremony.