Queer Popsensation Chappell Roan has been nominated for Six Grammy awards for her debut album The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess, which was released via Amusement Records (Founded by Roans producer and writer, Dan Nigro) and Atlantic Records in September 2023. Roan is up for Best Pop Solo Performance, Best Pop Vocal Album, Best New Artist, Song AND Record of the Year for 2024 hit ‘Good Luck, Babe!’ and the prestigious Album of The Year award. These are Roans’s first-ever Grammy Nominations, eternally cementing the singers' success into the recording academy.
[Roans Official Nominations From the Recording Academy]
Over the last year, Chappell Roan has exploded into being this influential artist. Her debut album The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess gained critical acclaim upon its release, finding a place on The Best Albums of 2023 lists from Rolling Stone, Billboard, and plenty more. Yet, it was her incredible concert run in 2024 that changed the course of her career forever. After captivating audiences while supporting long-time friend and fellow 2025 Grammy Nominee Olivia Rodrigo on her GUTS World Tour and a phenomenal two weekends at Coachella, Roan went to sell out the remainder of her Midwest Princess headlining tour. Alongside this, Roan drew record breaking crowds at this summer's biggest music festivals, such as Governors Ball in NYC, Bonnaroo in Tennessee, Lollapalooza in Chicago, and many more.
[ Roan at Lollapalooza via Instagram]
Roan isn’t just a remarkable artist with godlike vocals; She has become an inspiration to fellow musicians and fans alike. With an active push to create a “safe space for self expression” through every inch of her project, Roan encourages authenticity, which for her queer fanbase both young and old, has given them a space to be free in their identity. Having a flair for the dramatic herself, Roan has taken on a drag persona with her art, bringing back elaborate stage outfits not only for herself, but for her fans with each tour stop carrying their own unique theme. On top of this, Roan opens her shows with local drag queens, effectively setting the tone for her own dazzling performances, which are filled with choreographed dances (‘Hot To Go’), microphone lovers (‘Picture You’), and endless queer joy.
[Roan dressed as Divine for Kentuckiana Pride via Instagram]
Chappell Roans reign as the Midwest Princess does not seem to be slowing down anytime soon. With rumors of her sophomore album in the works, with teases all over her social media pages, and brand new “Cuntry” track ‘The Giver’ teased on SNL November 2nd, Roan has her fans hooked, practically begging to see what she’ll do next. To see if Roan will have a clean sweep this award season, you can watch the Grammys on February 5th! For now, you can keep up with Roan, and stream or purchase The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess through the links below.
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