Zach Top ‘Ain’t In It For My Health’ Wins 2026 Grammy For Best Traditional Country Album

And the 2026 Grammy for Best Traditional Country Album goes to… Zach Top.

Zach Top was present at the premiere ceremony, prior to the main telecast, when the award was announced. He thanked his team, collaborators, and family. This became Top’s very first Grammy Award.

2026 Grammy Nominees for Best Traditional Country Album

The 2026 Grammy Awards Best Traditional Country Album category celebrates artists who honor the roots of country music while delivering exceptional songwriting, vocal performance, and instrumentation. Leading the nominations is Charley Crockett’s Dollar a Day, a gritty, soulful album that blends classic country storytelling with blues influences, showcasing Crockett’s dedication to traditional Americana sounds and earning him critical acclaim.

Lukas Nelson’s American Romance brings a modern sensibility to the outlaw country tradition, highlighting Nelson’s masterful guitar work and narrative lyricism, reinforcing his growing presence in contemporary country circles. Legendary Willie Nelson offers Oh What a Beautiful World, an album steeped in decades of Grammy-winning experience, featuring reflective songwriting and his signature acoustic phrasing, reminding listeners why Nelson remains a cornerstone of traditional country music.

Margo Price’s Hard Headed Woman delivers a powerful blend of authentic country instrumentation and storytelling that explores resilience, love, and personal growth, further solidifying her reputation as a leading female voice in the genre. Rounding out the category is Zach Top’s Ain’t in It for My Health, an album emphasizing heartfelt songwriting, traditional instrumentation, and Top’s smooth, expressive vocals, appealing to fans of classic country sounds. Collectively, these nominees highlight the Grammy commitment to honoring albums that preserve country music’s rich heritage while connecting with contemporary audiences through storytelling, musical excellence, and authenticity.