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Lady Gaga Poised for Album of the Year Glory

10/8/2025

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Lady Gaga's Mayhem is a contender for Album of the Year after three nominations without a win.
Spotify's John Stein notes Gaga's household-name status and a Coachella performance boosting her chances.
Other contenders include The Weeknd's Hurry Up Tomorrow and Bad Bunny's overdue recognition; Gaga is likely to be nominated for best pop vocal album, having won in 2011.

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Story summary

Lady Gaga's Mayhem is a contender for Album of the Year after three nominations without a win.
Spotify's John Stein notes Gaga's household-name status and a Coachella performance boosting her chances.
Other contenders include The Weeknd's Hurry Up Tomorrow and Bad Bunny's overdue recognition; Gaga is likely to be nominated for best pop vocal album, having won in 2011.