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After Asian pop category launch, BTS says it won't submit music to Grammys
The Korea Times • • general
Key Points:
- BTS announced it will not submit its music for consideration at the 69th Grammy Awards, signaling a protest against the Recording Academy's new Best Asian Pop Music Performance category.
- The group emphasized a desire for music to be appreciated without division by region or language, expressing gratitude to their fandom ARMY and global supporters.
- Despite a highly successful year, including topping the Billboard 200 with their album "ARIRANG" and a number one single "SWIM," BTS chose to boycott the Grammys.
- The new Asian pop category, introduced by the Recording Academy, has faced criticism for potentially segregating Asian artists and sidelining them from major award categories.
- BTS has been nominated three times for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance but has yet to win a Grammy.
