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Grammys Add Asian Pop, Latin Categories Amid Country Criticism

6/19/2026

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The Recording Academy added categories for the 2027 ceremony, including Best Asian Pop Music Performance and Best Latin Song.
The ceremony on February 7, 2027 will air on ABC, Disney+ and Hulu, featuring Ballot Plus expansion to 15 categories.
Best New Artist entries can be submitted four times, allowing internet-only releases to qualify for Best Album Notes and Best Historical Album.
Critics warn that the Best Traditional Country Album category reinforces gatekeeping.

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The Recording Academy added categories for the 2027 ceremony, including Best Asian Pop Music Performance and Best Latin Song.
The ceremony on February 7, 2027 will air on ABC, Disney+ and Hulu, featuring Ballot Plus expansion to 15 categories.
Best New Artist entries can be submitted four times, allowing internet-only releases to qualify for Best Album Notes and Best Historical Album.
Critics warn that the Best Traditional Country Album category reinforces gatekeeping.