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Stray Kids Boycott Grammys
Stray Kids skip Grammy submissions after Asian Pop Music category backlash.
In brief
Stray Kids skip Grammy submissions after Asian Pop Music category backlash. Stray Kids declined to submit music for the 2027 Grammys following criticism of the Asian Pop Music Performance category. Originally reported by Stereogum.
Stray Kids boycott Grammys
Stray Kids, the second-biggest K-pop boy band, are boycotting the 2027 Grammys by not submitting any new music for award consideration.
Asian Pop Music category criticized
The Asian Pop Music Performance category, which recognizes pop music featuring meaningful use of one or more Asian languages, faces backlash for being condescending and genre-ghetto.
BTS previously boycotted Grammys
BTS, the biggest K-pop boy band, boycotted the 2027 Grammys in July after never winning a Grammy despite five nominations.
Recording Academy responds
Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason, Jr. stated the Grammys will keep the Asian Pop Music category after listening sessions with Asian music creators.
Grammys confirm category retention
The Recording Academy confirmed the Asian Pop Music Performance category will continue for the 2027 Grammys despite criticism from K-pop groups.
Only K-pop Grammy winner
The only K-pop song ever to win a Grammy is 'Golden' from the Kpop Demon Hunters soundtrack, which took home Best Song Written For Visual Media.
The key point
Stray Kids declined to submit music for the 2027 Grammys following criticism of the Asian Pop Music Performance category.
