BTS boycott Grammys after introduction of new Asian pop prize

<p>K-pop superstars will not submit Arirang album or its songs for 2027 ceremony</p><p>BTS, the biggest pop act in east Asia, have withdrawn themselves from the 2027 Grammy awards, intimating that their decision is due to the addition of a new award for best Asian pop music performance.</p><p>Writing on Instagram, each of the South Korean group’s seven members said: “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.”</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/music/2026/jul/29/bts-withdraw-grammys-asian-pop-category">Continue reading...</a>