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BTS Boycotts 69th Grammys Over Asian Pop Category Rules

8/17/2026

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BTS announced on July 29 they will boycott the 69th Grammy Awards by not submitting their album.
Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. said the Academy will review the Best Asian Pop Music Performance category.
The Academy convened its board, nominations committee, and leaders to examine the category’s name and eligibility rules.
The category, announced in June, drew criticism for language requirements and concerns about exclusion from General Field awards.

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BTS announced on July 29 they will boycott the 69th Grammy Awards by not submitting their album.
Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. said the Academy will review the Best Asian Pop Music Performance category.
The Academy convened its board, nominations committee, and leaders to examine the category’s name and eligibility rules.
The category, announced in June, drew criticism for language requirements and concerns about exclusion from General Field awards.