Earthquake in Music World: BTS Boycotts Grammy 2027 Over Controversial New Asian Category!
The Grammy decision of BTS, the global star of Kpop, has become the agenda of the music world. The group announced that it will not submit music to the 2027 Grammy evaluations, reacting to the new 'Best Asian Pop Music Performance' category created at the Grammy Awards. So, is BTS not at the Grammy this year? Why not?
Here are the details
Grammy's New Category Sparks Controversy
As of 2027, a new category named 'Best Asian Pop Music Performance' was created at the Grammy Awards. While the Grammy management explained this step as an effort to give more space to Asian pop music, the decision led to different interpretations in the music world.
While some artists see the new category as an important step for Asian musicians to be more recognized, others criticized the evaluation of globally successful genres under a separate title. The biggest reaction came from the group BTS.
BTS Boycotts the Grammys!
BTS, one of the most important representatives of Kpop worldwide, announced their decision not to participate in the Grammy process through their social media account.
The group members emphasized that their music should be evaluated in general music categories, stating that they do not want their music to be classified only based on language or region.
'We Want to Be Seen as Music, Not Categorized'
BTS's decision quickly caused a great stir worldwide. While fans supported the group on social media, the discussion about the Grammy's new category also grew.
BTS had previously secured an important place in Grammy history, being one of the first Kpop groups to receive a nomination. Therefore, the group's decision is considered not just a matter of an award application, but a new example of the representation debate in the music industry.
Defense of New Category from Grammy
The Grammy administration quickly clarified that the new category was not intended to segregate, following BTS's decision. On the contrary, they stated that the decision was a step recognizing the rising influence of Asian pop music.
However, BTS's decision remained unchanged. Moreover,
'Should there be boundaries in music, or should successful artists compete in the main categories?' debate has resurfaced.
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