I think any of the options you are considering would work, but I second the suggestion of lightening the backsplash regardless.

I have to agree with the previous commenters. If you choose to keep your granite, pick the lightest tone in the granite and use that as a guideline for selecting your new backsplash.

As far as the new stone countertop, I favor Madre Pearl, it has a very bright and neutral tone.

You might post photos of your options to get more feedback.

Thank you for the comments...just changing the backsplash is something we have considered as well

I think your granite is beautiful. I would definitely not change it.

2 possibilities we’re considering

I think they are both very beautiful, but the granite is not terrible. Are you sure you want to spend the thousands of dollars on this?

No, I’m not TOTALLY sure, but we wanted to lighten it up and I thought it would look better to do both granite and backsplash rather than just backsplash...??? There’s so many colors in the granite I don’t know what backsplash would look best with it

For the backsplash, pick a medium tone from the granite, and make sure it blends with the flooring as well.

Your granite is gorgeous and I don't think it's dark at all. I'd suggest a glass tile backsplash. Here's two colors from a Tilebar.com collection in 2 x 16.

Thank you so much! I appreciate the suggestions!!

Another vote for changing the backsplash, not the granite. I am also contemplating removing my busy green mariachi perimeter granite counters. However, I am leaning towards removing the backsplash entirely, painting it the wall color and seeing if that helps to make the area look less busy. Unlike yours, my cooktop is on my island, so I don't splatter/cook on the perimeter backsplash. If you remove and/or replace your backsplash, make sure to have an electrician move your outlets to under your cabinets. This will make a huge difference in uncluttering the space. A 4" solid piece of the same granite, may be all you need for a backsplash, if you protect the area behind your stove.