Grammy CEO Defends New Asian Pop Category Amid Backlash

The head of the Recording Academy, the organization that presents the Grammy Awards, defended the addition of an Asian Pop category following a wave of criticism from artists and fans. He said the move was intended to recognise the growing influence of Asian music worldwide. The statement came after the popular K‑pop group BTS announced they would not attend the upcoming ceremony. The CEO expressed that he was ‘saddened’ by the news and hoped the group would return in future editions. Critics argued that the category was a token gesture and that the awards should focus on mainstream genres.