MTV adds Lisa, Shaboozey, Gunna and others to 2026 Video Music Awards lineup
MTV announced that Lisa, Shaboozey, Gunna, Raye, Gener8ion, Sienna Spiro and Yung Lean will perform at the 2026 Video Music Awards on Sept. 26, with the show airing on CBS, MTV and streaming on Paramount+.
MTV said that several additional artists have been added to the performer roster for the 2026 Video Music Awards. The ceremony, scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET on Sept. 26, will be broadcast on CBS and MTV and will also stream on Paramount+ (premium) with a later on-demand release on Paramount+ and MTV on Sept. 27.
Lisa is set to perform her new single “SaWaDiKa,” previewing her upcoming EP Press Play, slated for release on Oct. 23. Shaboozey will perform “Cowgirl” and will be joined by Gunna for a rendition of their collaborative track “High Noon.” Gener8ion and Yung Lean will debut a world-premiere performance of their song “Storm II.”
Raye’s performance details have not been disclosed, though she is nominated for her song “Where Is My Husband!” Sienna Spiro’s setlist also remains unannounced.
MTV indicated that more performers will be revealed in the coming week. Previously announced host Snoop Dogg will lead the event, with Madonna slated to open the show. The ceremony will also feature a Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award honoring Nirvana.