The Recording Academy reconsidering Asian Pop category after BTS pulls out of Grammys
CEO Harvey Mason Jr says the Recording Academy is holding fresh talks after BTS’ withdrawal from the Grammys sparked concerns that the new Asian Pop category isn’t meaningfully celebrating artists’ work.
The Recording Academy is reconsidering its Asian Pop category after BTS decided to boycott the 2027 Grammy Awards, reports CEO Harvey Mason Jr. The popular K-pop group expressed concerns over the category's language requirement, arguing that artists should not be judged based on their region or language. BTS' statement read: "We have decided not to enter the Grammys this year.
I hope that music can be heard and loved for what it is, rather than being divided by region or language." The Academy's CEO acknowledged that recent talks with stakeholders revealed that the new category has not successfully represented the artists it aims to honor. He stated that the Grammy organization exists to serve all music people and is committed to ensuring musicians feel truly seen and heard by its decisions.
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