BTS Declines Grammy Submission, Fans Applaud Their Choice

WHO:

Sportskeeda - BTS's Jimin and Jungkook were highlighted among the contributors linked to BIGHIT Music's position on the Music Company 100 ranking.

Sportskeeda - BTS's fifth studio album "ARIRANG" was released in March 2026.

Variety - BTS, consisting of seven members: RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook.

The Korea Times - BTS's official fandom is called ARMY.

WHAT:

Variety - BTS's decision to not submit their music for the 2027 Grammy Awards is interpreted as a protest against the Recording Academy's new Asian pop category.

The Guardian - BTS's decision to withdraw from the Grammys is interpreted as a response to the Recording Academy's new category for Best Asian Pop Music Performance, which they feel could segregate Asian artists from major awards.

CNN - BTS stated, "I hope that music can be heard and loved for what it is, rather than being divided by region or language," expressing their motivation for not submitting to the Grammys.

The Korea Times - BTS's decision is interpreted as a protest against the Recording Academy's new Asian pop category, which critics argue sidelines Asian acts from major awards.

Variety - BTS announced they will not submit their album "ARIRANG" for consideration at the 69th Annual Grammy Awards.

The Korea Times - BTS stated, "We have decided not to submit our music to the Grammys this year," in their announcement.

The Korea Times - BTS thanked its official fandom ARMY and supporters worldwide in their statement regarding the Grammy submission.

The Korea Times - The announcement follows the academy's introduction in June of Best Asian Pop Music Performance, one of five categories added for the upcoming ceremony.

The Guardian - The decision to add the category was due to “our music community sharing with us that they felt they needed to have more opportunities to celebrate different and new genres of music,” Academy president Harvey Mason Jr said when announcing the Asian pop award, along with another regionally specific award, best Latin song.

The Guardian - Other new categories being added for 2027 are best R&B collaboration or duo/group performance, best traditional pop vocal performance and best traditional folk album.

Variety - BTS announced they will not submit their music for consideration at the 69th Grammy Awards, scheduled for February 7, 2027.

The Korea Times - BTS stated, "We hope music can be heard and loved as music itself, rather than being divided by region or language," in their announcement regarding the Grammy submission.

CNN - BTS stated, "I hope that music can be heard and loved for what it is, rather than being divided by region or language," expressing their motivation for not submitting to the Grammys.

Variety - BTS announced they will not submit their album "ARIRANG" for consideration at the 69th Annual Grammy Awards.

The Korea Times - BTS stated, "We hope music can be heard and loved as music itself, rather than being divided by region or language," in their announcement regarding the Grammy submission.

CNN - BTS's decision to abstain from Grammy consideration is interpreted as a protest against the Recording Academy's new Asian pop category.

Variety - BTS's decision to not submit their music for the 2027 Grammy Awards is interpreted as a protest against the Recording Academy's new Asian pop category.

The Guardian - The Recording Academy's president, Harvey Mason Jr., stated that the addition of the Best Asian Pop Music Performance category was due to "our music community sharing with us that they felt they needed to have more opportunities to celebrate different and new genres of music."

CNN - BTS stated, "I hope that music can be heard and loved for what it is, rather than being divided by region or language," expressing their motivation for not submitting to the Grammys.

CNN - BTS's sixth Korean-language album "ARIRANG" debuted at number 1 on the Billboard 200 and reached the top spot in 23 countries, including the United Kingdom, Germany, and Japan.

Variety - BTS will not submit its music for consideration at the 69th Grammy Awards, scheduled for February 7, 2027.

The Korea Times - BTS stated, "We have decided not to submit our music to the Grammys this year," in their announcement.

ABC News Entertainment - BTS say they will not submit their music for consideration at the forthcoming Grammys.

Sportskeeda - BIGHIT Music ranked #2 on the Music Company 100 list.

The Korea Times - BTS's "ARIRANG" album topped the Billboard 200 with 641,000 units sold, marking the biggest week for a group album in over a decade.

The Korea Times - The lead single "SWIM" debuted atop the Hot 100.

Sportskeeda - HYBE issued a statement clarifying that the agency had no involvement in BTS's decision to decline Grammy submissions for 2027.

Sportskeeda - BTS announced that it will not submit its music for consideration at the 69th Annual Grammy Awards.

Variety - BTS stated, "We have decided not to submit for Grammy consideration this year," in their announcement.

The Korea Times - BTS thanked its official fandom ARMY and supporters worldwide in their statement regarding the Grammy submission.

The Korea Times - The announcement follows the academy's introduction in June of Best Asian Pop Music Performance, one of five categories added for the upcoming ceremony.

Sportskeeda - BTS announced that the group will not submit its music for consideration at the 69th Annual Grammy Awards.

Variety - The 69th Grammy Awards are scheduled for February 7, 2027.

The Korea Times - BTS's fifth studio album "ARIRANG," released in March, topped the Billboard 200 with 641,000 units sold, marking the biggest week for a group album in over a decade.

The Korea Times - The lead single "SWIM" debuted atop the Hot 100.

WHERE:

Variety - The announcement was made through the individual Instagram accounts of all seven BTS members.

WHEN:

The Korea Times - The 69th Grammy Awards are scheduled for February 7, 2027.

Sportskeeda - The ranking was reported on July 28, 2026.

The Korea Times - BTS earned three consecutive nominations for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance from 2021 to 2023.

Variety - The 69th Grammy Awards are scheduled for February 7, 2027.

WHY:

The Guardian - Critics have expressed concerns that the new Asian pop category could sideline Asian artists from major awards.

The Guardian - Critics have called the new Asian pop category a form of segregation that sidelines Asian acts from major awards.

The Guardian - Critics have expressed concerns that the new Asian pop category could sideline Asian artists from major awards.

The Guardian - Critics have called the new Asian pop category a form of segregation that sidelines Asian acts from major awards.

The Guardian - Critics have expressed concerns that the new Asian pop category could sideline Asian artists from major awards.

The Guardian - Critics have called the new Asian pop category a form of segregation that sidelines Asian acts from major awards.

The Korea Times - BTS's decision is interpreted as a protest against the Recording Academy's new Asian pop category, which critics argue sidelines Asian acts from major awards.

CNN - BTS stated, "I hope that music can be heard and loved for what it is, rather than being divided by region or language," expressing their motivation for not submitting to the Grammys.

CNN - BTS stated, "We hope that music can be heard and loved for what it is, rather than being divided by region or language," expressing their motivation for not submitting to the Grammys.

Sportskeeda - Fans reacted to BTS' Jimin and Jungkook being credited for BIGHIT Music's ranking.

The Korea Times - Critics have called the new Asian pop category a form of segregation that sidelines Asian acts from major awards.

The Korea Times - BTS's decision is interpreted as a protest against the Recording Academy's new Asian pop category, which critics argue sidelines Asian acts from major awards.

The Korea Times - BTS stated, "We hope music can be heard and loved as music itself, rather than being divided by region or language," expressing their motivation for the decision.

The Korea Times - BTS's decision not to submit music is widely interpreted as a protest against the Recording Academy's new Asian pop category.

The Korea Times - BTS stated, "We hope music can be heard and loved as music itself, rather than being divided by region or language."

HOW:

CNN - The announcement regarding BTS's decision was shared through Instagram by all seven members of the group.

CNN - The announcement regarding the Grammy submission was shared through Instagram by all seven members of BTS.

The Korea Times - The announcement regarding BTS's decision was shared through the Instagram Stories of all seven members.

CNN - The announcement regarding the Grammy submission was shared through Instagram by all seven members of BTS.

The Korea Times - The group shared their decision through the Instagram Stories of all seven members.

Variety - BTS shared their decision through a statement posted on their individual Instagram accounts.

(UPDATED July 30, 2026 10:41 UTC)

BTS has announced that they will not be submitting their music for the 2027 Grammy Awards, a move interpreted as a protest against the Recording Academy's new category for Best Asian Pop Music Performance. The group expressed their desire for music to be appreciated for its essence rather than being divided by region or language, highlighting concerns that the new category could segregate Asian artists from major awards. This announcement was made through an Instagram post shared by all seven members of BTS.

(UPDATED July 30, 2026 09:44 UTC)

BTS has announced that they will not submit their album "ARIRANG" for consideration at the upcoming 69th Annual Grammy Awards, stating, "We have decided not to submit our music to the Grammys this year." In their statement, they expressed gratitude to their official fandom, ARMY, and supporters worldwide. This decision comes on the heels of the Grammy Academy's introduction of a new category, Best Asian Pop Music Performance, which was added to provide more opportunities to celebrate diverse music genres.

(UPDATED July 30, 2026 07:47 UTC)

BTS has announced that they will not submit their music for consideration at the 69th Grammy Awards, which are set to take place on February 7, 2027. In their announcement, the group expressed a desire for music to be appreciated for its essence, rather than being categorized by region or language, a sentiment shared by critics who worry that the new Asian pop category could sideline Asian artists from major awards. The decision was made public through an Instagram post by all seven members of the group.

(UPDATED July 30, 2026 02:49 UTC)

BTS has announced they will not submit their album "ARIRANG" for consideration at the 69th Annual Grammy Awards, a decision interpreted as a protest against the Recording Academy's new Asian pop category. In their announcement, the group expressed a desire for music to be appreciated for its artistry, rather than being divided by region or language. This news was shared through Instagram by all seven members of BTS, highlighting their unified stance on the issue.

(UPDATED July 30, 2026 01:27 UTC)

BTS has decided not to submit their music for the 2027 Grammy Awards, a move interpreted as a protest against the Recording Academy's new Best Asian Pop Music Performance category. The group's statement emphasized their desire for music to be appreciated for its intrinsic value, rather than being categorized by region or language. This announcement was made collectively by all seven members of BTS through their Instagram account.

(UPDATED July 29, 2026 22:17 UTC)

The Recording Academy's president, Harvey Mason Jr., announced the introduction of the Best Asian Pop Music Performance category, emphasizing that it reflects the community's desire for more opportunities to celebrate diverse music genres. In a related statement, BTS expressed their hope that music can be appreciated for its essence rather than being categorized by region or language, which influenced their decision not to submit for Grammy consideration. Looking ahead, the 69th Grammy Awards are set to take place on February 7, 2027.

(UPDATED July 29, 2026 21:18 UTC)

The Recording Academy has announced the introduction of a new category for the Grammy Awards, specifically for Best Asian Pop Music Performance. Harvey Mason Jr., the president of the Academy, explained that this decision was driven by feedback from the music community, which expressed a desire for more opportunities to celebrate diverse and emerging genres. This addition reflects a growing recognition of the importance of Asian pop music in the global music landscape.

(UPDATED July 29, 2026 19:22 UTC)

BTS has announced their decision to withdraw from the Grammys, a move interpreted as a response to the Recording Academy's new category for Best Asian Pop Music Performance, which they believe could segregate Asian artists from major awards. In a statement, the group expressed their hope that music can be appreciated for its essence rather than divided by region or language. The announcement was made via Instagram Stories shared by all seven members of the band.

(UPDATED July 29, 2026 18:20 UTC)

BTS's sixth Korean-language album "ARIRANG" has made a remarkable debut, landing at number 1 on the Billboard 200 and topping the charts in 23 countries, including the United Kingdom, Germany, and Japan. The group expressed their desire for music to be appreciated for its essence, rather than being categorized by region or language, which influenced their decision not to submit to the Grammys. This announcement regarding their Grammy submission was shared through Instagram by all seven members of BTS.

(UPDATED July 29, 2026 17:21 UTC)

BTS has announced that they will not submit their music for consideration at the 69th Grammy Awards, which are set to take place on February 7, 2027. In their statement, the group expressed, "We have decided not to submit our music to the Grammys this year." This decision marks a notable moment for the globally popular band as they step back from the prestigious awards.

(UPDATED July 29, 2026 16:22 UTC)

BIGHIT Music has achieved an impressive ranking, coming in at number two on the Music Company 100 list. BTS's Jimin and Jungkook were highlighted as key contributors to this success, prompting enthusiastic reactions from fans. The ranking was reported on July 28, 2026, showcasing the impact of these artists on the music industry.

(UPDATED July 29, 2026 15:36 UTC)

BTS's fifth studio album, "ARIRANG," was released in March 2026 and has already made waves in the music industry. The album topped the Billboard 200 with an impressive 641,000 units sold, marking the biggest week for a group album in over a decade, while the lead single "SWIM" debuted at number one on the Hot 100. However, critics are raising concerns about a new Asian pop category, arguing that it may sideline Asian acts from major awards.

(UPDATED July 29, 2026 14:43 UTC)

HYBE has issued a statement clarifying that the agency had no involvement in BTS's decision to decline Grammy submissions for 2027. The group previously earned three consecutive nominations for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance from 2021 to 2023. This announcement comes as fans eagerly await updates on BTS's future projects and awards considerations.

(UPDATED July 29, 2026 13:32 UTC)

BTS has announced that they will not be submitting their music for consideration at the 69th Annual Grammy Awards. In their statement, the group expressed gratitude to their official fandom, ARMY, and supporters around the world, saying, "We have decided not to submit for Grammy consideration this year." They shared this decision through the Instagram Stories of all seven members.

(UPDATED July 29, 2026 11:42 UTC)

BTS has announced a decision that many interpret as a protest against the Recording Academy's new Asian pop category, which critics argue sidelines Asian acts from major awards. In their statement, BTS expressed their hope that music can be appreciated for its artistic value, rather than being divided by region or language. This announcement comes on the heels of the academy's introduction in June of the Best Asian Pop Music Performance category, one of five new categories for the upcoming ceremony.

(UPDATED July 29, 2026 10:54 UTC)

BTS, the globally renowned seven-member group, has announced that they will not submit their music for consideration at the 69th Annual Grammy Awards, which are set to take place on February 7, 2027. This decision, shared through the individual Instagram accounts of all members, is seen as a protest against the Recording Academy's new Asian pop category, with BTS expressing a desire for music to be appreciated without division by region or language. Their fifth studio album, "ARIRANG," released in March, has already made waves by topping the Billboard 200 with 641,000 units sold, marking the biggest week for a group album in over a decade, while the lead single "SWIM" debuted at number one on the Hot 100.