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Grammys CEO Defends New Asian Pop Category After BTS Says They Won’t Participate in 2027 Awards

Rolling StoneThursday, July 30, 2026 at 1:15 AM

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"I am saddened to hear that BTS has chosen not to participate in the Grammy Awards process this year," said Grammy CEO Harvey Mason jr.

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"I am saddened to hear that BTS has chosen not to participate in the Grammy Awards process this year," said Grammy CEO Harvey Mason jr.

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  1. Rolling Stone published: Grammys CEO Defends New Asian Pop Category After BTS Says They Won’t Participate in 2027 Awards

  2. Story is in today’s RedScroll edition. Follow the original source for updates.

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