The 2025 album of the year category might be the most high stakes Grammys race in years. But let’s back up. The category has a little something for everyone this year – from the pink-drenched newcomer Chappell Roan’s velvety vocals in her debut album “The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess” to André 3000’s flute-centric “New Blue Sun.

If you're filling out your Grammy ballot, read this before making your decision in these very competitive categories.