Ever since South Korean boy band BTS announced that they would not submit their music for the 2027 Grammys, the decision has sparked a wider conversation about the Recording Academy’s new Asian Pop category and how Asian artists are represented at the awards. Now, the Academy is reportedly revisiting the category after hearing concerns from artists and music-industry figures. Just weeks after this, the Recording Academy is reportedly planning to revamp the Best Asian Pop Music performance category.<h2>Is Recording Academy planning to revamp the Best Asian Pop Music performance category?</h2>As per several reports, Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr said in a statement that the academy is committed to ensuring that no musical community is overlooked or misunderstood. He said, "The Grammy organisation exists to serve all music people, and part of that is working to ensure that no voice or community gets overlooked or misunderstood."&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/after-bts-grammys-boycott-hybe-breaks-silence-this-is-not-a-boycott-at-the-company-level-1785315598846">After BTS' Grammys boycott, HYBE breaks silence: 'This is not a boycott at the company level'</a>&nbsp;"It’s clear from our numerous conversations with many stakeholders over the past two weeks that, regardless of our intent and desire to be even more inclusive, there are some artists in this space who feel that this category isn’t representing the music they work so hard to create, in the way they wish. As a musician myself, I take that to heart,” he added.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bts-grammys-recording-academy-chief-reacts-to-k-pop-boy-group-s-skippig-submission-as-fans-claim-organisation-deleted-performance-videos-1785379797337">BTS-Grammys: Recording Academy chief reacts to K-pop boy group's skipping submission as fans claim organisation deleted performance videos</a>&nbsp;According to Billboard, Mason Jr. and other Recording Academy leaders have spent the past two weeks consulting members of the K-pop, J-pop, C-pop and Indian music communities about ways to improve the new category. The consultations come just a week before Grammy submissions close and ahead of first-round voting on October 12.&nbsp;Mason Jr reportedly further noted that the Academy would continue to adapt to the needs of the music community and ensure artists feel represented. “Over the past six years, the Academy has shown that it can act decisively and move swiftly to meet the needs of our music community. The management and board are committed to working together to keep pace with that progress and ensure the musicians we intend to honour feel truly seen and heard by our actions,” he said.<h2>All about BTS' decision to boycott Grammys 2027</h2>Global K-pop sensation BTS announced they will not submit their music for consideration at the 69th Grammy Awards scheduled for February 7, 2027. The group's members shared a statement on Instagram, expressing their desire for music to be appreciated for its intrinsic value rather than being divided by region or language.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/69th-grammy-awards-bts-decline-music-submissions-after-recording-academy-introduces-asian-pop-category-1785309132117">69th Grammy Awards: BTS decline music submissions after Recording Academy introduces Asian Pop category</a>&nbsp;All seven members—RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook—posted the same message on July 29, 2026, stating they opted out of submission for the year. The choice followed the Recording Academy's announcement of five new categories, including "Best Asian Pop Music Performance", which is meant to recognise regional genres like K-pop, J-pop, and C-pop.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/bts-grammy-videos-removed-on-purpose-after-boycott-academy-responds-1785828381334">BTS Grammy videos removed on purpose after boycott? Academy responds</a>&nbsp;Global fans (ARMY) criticised the Recording Academy online, arguing that creating specific regional boundaries effectively prevents successful non-English acts from competing in top general categories like Album or Record of the Year. Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr released a statement expressing sadness and disappointment over the group's decision. He defended the category, stating it was designed to expand recognition and provide more opportunities for Asian creators rather than sideline them.

The Recording Academy is reportedly planning to revamp its brand-new Best Asian Pop Music performance category. Read more to know. 

Ever since South Korean boy band BTS announced that they would not submit their music for the 2027 Grammys, the decision has sparked a wider conversation about the Recording Academy’s new Asian Pop category and how Asian artists are represented at the awards. Now, the Academy is reportedly revisiting the category after hearing concerns from artists and music-industry figures. Just weeks after this, the Recording Academy is reportedly planning to revamp the Best Asian Pop Music performance category. Is Recording Academy planning to revamp the Best Asian Pop Music performance category? As per several reports, Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr said in a statement that the academy is committed to ensuring that no musical community is overlooked or misunderstood. He said, "The Grammy organisation exists to serve all music people, and part of that is working to ensure that no voice or community gets overlooked or misunderstood." Also Read: After BTS' Grammys boycott, HYBE breaks silence: 'This is not a boycott at the company level' "It’s clear from our numerous conversations with many stakeholders over the past two weeks that, regardless of our intent and desire to be even more inclusive, there are some artists in this space who feel that this category isn’t representing the music they work so hard to create, in the way they wish. As a musician myself, I take that to heart,” he added. Also Read: BTS-Grammys: Recording Academy chief reacts to K-pop boy group's skipping submission as fans claim organisation deleted performance videos According to Billboard, Mason Jr. and other Recording Academy leaders have spent the past two weeks consulting members of the K-pop, J-pop, C-pop and Indian music communities about ways to improve the new category. The consultations come just a week before Grammy submissions close and ahead of first-round voting on October 12. Mason Jr reportedly further noted that the Academy would continue to adapt to the needs of the music community and ensure artists feel represented. “Over the past six years, the Academy has shown that it can act decisively and move swiftly to meet the needs of our music community. The management and board are committed to working together to keep pace with that progress and ensure the musicians we intend to honour feel truly seen and heard by our actions,” he said. All about BTS' decision to boycott Grammys 2027 Global K-pop sensation BTS announced they will not submit their music for consideration at the 69th Grammy Awards scheduled for February 7, 2027. The group's members shared a statement on Instagram, expressing their desire for music to be appreciated for its intrinsic value rather than being divided by region or language. Also Read: 69th Grammy Awards: BTS decline music submissions after Recording Academy introduces Asian Pop category All seven members—RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook—posted the same message on July 29, 2026, stating they opted out of submission for the year. The choice followed the Recording Academy's announcement of five new categories, including "Best Asian Pop Music Performance", which is meant to recognise regional genres like K-pop, J-pop, and C-pop. Also Read: BTS Grammy videos removed on purpose after boycott? Academy responds Global fans (ARMY) criticised the Recording Academy online, arguing that creating specific regional boundaries effectively prevents successful non-English acts from competing in top general categories like Album or Record of the Year. Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr released a statement expressing sadness and disappointment over the group's decision. He defended the category, stating it was designed to expand recognition and provide more opportunities for Asian creators rather than sideline them.

The Recording Academy is reportedly planning to revamp its brand-new Best Asian Pop Music performance category. Read more to know.&nbsp;

Grammys may revamp Asian Pop category after BTS skips 2027 awards: Here's what we know

BTS announced that they will not be submitting their music for the next Grammy Awards. Soon after, ARMY noticed that the K-pop group’s performance videos had been removed from the Recording Academy’s platform. However, the Recording Academy has now clarified that the removal was not linked to BTS’ decision to sit out the upcoming show.&nbsp;BTS made history in 2020 when they became the first K-pop group to perform on the Grammys stage. They then, went on to perform in 2021 with Dynamite and again in 2022 with Butter.<h3>Why were BTS Grammy performance videos removed from the website?</h3>Days after fans noticed that BTS’ performance videos were no longer available on the Grammys website and YouTube, the Recording Academy responded. According to the Academy, the videos were taken down due to licensing expirations.&nbsp;“Past BTS performances were removed from the Grammys website and YouTube years ago as part of routine licensing expirations,” a representative for the Recording Academy told the Korea JoongAng Daily.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/69th-grammy-awards-bts-decline-music-submissions-after-recording-academy-introduces-asian-pop-category-1785309132117">69th Grammy Awards: BTS decline music submissions after Recording Academy introduces Asian Pop category</a>&nbsp;The Academy also noted that the videos were removed years ago, well before BTS announced they would not be submitting music this year. “This is a standard practice for Grammy performances, as licensing terms vary and are typically limited to one year or less,” they said.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/ariana-grande-pauses-chicago-show-to-talk-about-stepping-back-says-it-was-planned-quietly-a-long-time-ago-1785819888533">Ariana Grande pauses show to talk about stepping back, says it was planned</a> The Recording Academy has issued the clarification after ARMY expressed anger over the removal of BTS performance videos. Notably, the Grammy is one of the historic and international achievements of the seven-member boy band. In 2020, the boys joined Lil Nas X for the “Old Town Road All-Stars” performance. However, in 2021, they gave a solo performance with their smash-hit single ‘’Dynamite." This was a pre-recorded performance. In 2022, they performed ‘’Butter'' in 2022 at the event in Los Angeles.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">BTS Announces They Won’t Submit to the Grammys This Year.❌ &quot;We’ve decided not to submit our work for this year’s Grammy Awards. We hope music will be recognized and loved for what it is, rather than being divided by region or language. Thank you, as always, to ARMY and everyone… <a href="https://t.co/GlbK3yjkZd">pic.twitter.com/GlbK3yjkZd</a>&mdash; BTS Daily⁷ (@btsdaily77) <a href="https://x.com/btsdaily77/status/2082333366679146744?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 29, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>BTS declines music submission&nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;As a shock to many, the BTS boys announced that they will not be submitting music for the 69th Grammy Awards. This decision comes after the Recording Academy introduced the Asian Pop category. The announcement was made by all seven members: RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V and Jung Kook, on their individual Instagram accounts.&nbsp;The statement read, “We have decided not to enter the Grammys this year. I hope music itself can be heard and loved rather than being distinguished by region or language. Thank you to the ARMY and everyone for always being with me.”

Grammy night used to be BTS’ dream stage. Now they’re stepping away from it. Why? There’s no official word yet, but many think it has to do with the new Asian Pop category announcement. 

BTS announced that they will not be submitting their music for the next Grammy Awards. Soon after, ARMY noticed that the K-pop group’s performance videos had been removed from the Recording Academy’s platform. However, the Recording Academy has now clarified that the removal was not linked to BTS’ decision to sit out the upcoming show. BTS made history in 2020 when they became the first K-pop group to perform on the Grammys stage. They then, went on to perform in 2021 with Dynamite and again in 2022 with Butter. Why were BTS Grammy performance videos removed from the website? Days after fans noticed that BTS’ performance videos were no longer available on the Grammys website and YouTube, the Recording Academy responded. According to the Academy, the videos were taken down due to licensing expirations. “Past BTS performances were removed from the Grammys website and YouTube years ago as part of routine licensing expirations,” a representative for the Recording Academy told the Korea JoongAng Daily. Also read: 69th Grammy Awards: BTS decline music submissions after Recording Academy introduces Asian Pop category The Academy also noted that the videos were removed years ago, well before BTS announced they would not be submitting music this year. “This is a standard practice for Grammy performances, as licensing terms vary and are typically limited to one year or less,” they said. Also read: Ariana Grande pauses show to talk about stepping back, says it was planned The Recording Academy has issued the clarification after ARMY expressed anger over the removal of BTS performance videos. Notably, the Grammy is one of the historic and international achievements of the seven-member boy band. In 2020, the boys joined Lil Nas X for the “Old Town Road All-Stars” performance. However, in 2021, they gave a solo performance with their smash-hit single ‘’Dynamite." This was a pre-recorded performance. In 2022, they performed ‘’Butter'' in 2022 at the event in Los Angeles.

Grammy night used to be BTS’ dream stage. Now they are stepping away from it. Why? There’s no official word yet, but many think it has to do with the new Asian Pop category announcement.&nbsp;

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Grammys may revamp Asian Pop category after BTS skips 2027 awards: Here's what we know

BTS Grammy videos removed on purpose after boycott? Academy responds