Turnstile Wins 2026 Grammy Best Rock Album for ‘Never Enough’

And the 2026 Grammy for Best Rock Album goes to… Turnstile for Never Enough.

The 68th Annual Grammy Awards took place at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday, February 1, 2026. The band accepted the honor during the premiere ceremony, prior to the main telecast.

“The community we found through punk and hardcore music has given us a safe place to swing in the dark and land somewhere beautiful. To our family, friends, our partners, our peers, and to Baltimore – Thank you, we love you,” the band said on stage, accepting their award.

2026 Grammy Nominees For Best Rock Album

private music, Deftones

private music (2025) continues Deftones’ signature nu-metal/post-metal fusion, blending heavy riffs with atmospheric textures. It was produced by Troy Van Leeuwen, with core members Chino Moreno, Stephen Carpenter, and Sergio Vega. The record features tracks like “Phantom Pain” and “Weightless,” which combine aggression with ethereal, shoegaze-inspired layers.

From Zero, Linkin Park

From Zero (2025) continues Linkin Park’s exploration of emotional intensity and heavy melodic structures. Written by band members with production from Mike Shinoda and Rick Rubin-style collaborators. Tracks like “The Emptiness Machine” and “Zero Gravity” emphasize both heaviness and melodic accessibility.

I quit, HAIM

I quit (2025) features a mix of classic rock riffs, 80s-inspired synths, and tight vocal harmonies. The album was written and produced by Este, Danielle, and Alana Haim, with frequent collaborator Ariel Rechtshaid. Key tracks include “Overdrive” and “Turn the Lights,” which showcase catchy hooks and polished instrumentation

NEVER ENOUGH, Turnstile

NEVER ENOUGH (2025) combines hardcore punk aggression, melodic hooks, and modern production. The album was written and performed by the band’s core lineup: Daniel Fang, Franz Lyons, Pat McCrory, Meg Mills, and Brendan Yates. Standout tracks include “Fly Again” and “Dig Deep” highlight intense energy and community-driven songwriting.

Idols, YUNGBLUD

Idols (2025) fuses punk energy, pop sensibility, and arena-ready hooks. Collaborators include Nuno Bettencourt, Frank Bello, Adam Wakeman, contributing rock virtuosity alongside YUNGBLUD’s youthful energy. Standout tracks like “Changes” and “Rebellion” emphasize message-driven performance and theatricality.