Recording Academy to Introduce Asian Pop Category at 2027 Grammys Despite BTS and Stray Kids Boycott
The Recording Academy will introduce the Best Asian Pop Music Performance category at the 2027 Grammy Awards despite criticism from prominent K-pop groups BTS and Stray Kids, who have chosen not to submit music for consideration. The category aims to recognize Asian pop music performed in Asian languages, including K-pop, J-pop, and C-pop. The Academy consulted with Asian music community leaders and received mixed feedback but decided to proceed, acknowledging ongoing dialogue with artists and industry professionals.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (52–62/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
timesnow broke this story on 2 Oct, 04:04 am. Other outlets followed.