Keznamdi Makes History With First Grammy Win for Blxxd & Fyah

Jamaican reggae artist Keznamdi has officially etched his name into music history.

On February 1, 2026, Keznamdi secured his first-ever Grammy Award, taking home the trophy for Best Reggae Album for his acclaimed project Blxxd & Fyah. The announcement was made during the 68th Annual Grammy Awards Premiere Ceremony at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.

The win is especially significant as Keznamdi entered the race as a first-time Grammy nominee, emerging victorious in a fiercely competitive, all-Jamaican category—further cementing Jamaica’s continued dominance in global reggae music.

A Competitive All-Jamaican Category

Keznamdi triumphed over a powerful lineup of nominees, each representing a distinct voice within contemporary reggae:

• Lila Iké – Treasure Self Love

• Vybz Kartel – Heart & Soul

• Mortimer – From Within

• Jesse Royal – No Place Like Home

  
  

The category underscored the depth and diversity of Jamaica’s current reggae renaissance, making Keznamdi’s victory even more noteworthy.

About the Winning Album: Blxxd & Fyah

Released on August 22, 2025, via Keznamdi Music, Blxxd & Fyah has been widely praised for its fearless fusion of roots reggae and modern sonic textures. The album explores themes of resilience, social justice, spirituality, and personal truth—delivered through rich instrumentation and unapologetically contemporary production.

Veteran Grammy voter Alexx Antaeus previously named the project a frontrunner, applauding its artistic bravery and its refusal to “recycle old sounds.” Tracks such as “Serious Times” and “Pressure” quickly became standouts, resonating with both core reggae audiences and a new generation of listeners.

A Defining Moment for Modern Reggae

Keznamdi’s Grammy win follows the 2025 Best Reggae Album victory by the various artists project Bob Marley: One Love – Music Inspired By the Film, signaling a continued evolution of the genre—one that honors tradition while boldly pushing forward.

For Keznamdi, Blxxd & Fyah represents more than an award-winning album; it marks a defining chapter in a career built on authenticity, innovation, and cultural pride.

As reggae continues to expand its global footprint, this historic win stands as a reminder that the future of the genre is not only rooted in legacy, but fueled by fearless new voices.