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Recording Academy Considers Revamping New Asian Pop Category After BTS Pulls From Grammy Voting
After receiving major backlash following BTS boycott, the Recording Academy is reportedly considering changes to it's Best New Asian Pop Music Performance category at the 2027 Grammy Awards. via: THR The Recording Academy may revamp its brand new best asian pop music performance category after the award’s presumptive front-runners BTS announced last month that they wouldn’t submit for the Grammys this year. “The Grammy organization exists to serve all music people, and part o
Kris Avalon
Aug 192 min read


Grammys CEO Defends New Asian Pop Category After BTS Says They Won’t Participate in 2027 Awards
Grammy CEO Harvey Mason jr. has issued a statement in response to BTS’ decision not to submit for the 2027 awards, which the K-Pop superstars announced on Wednesday, in an effort to clarify that the launch of a Best Asian Pop category was not intended to sideline K-Pop artists. via: Rolling Stone Earlier on Monday, BTS announced that they would not be submitting their colossal comeback album, ARIRANG, for the 2027 Grammy Awards. The supergroup’s decision arrived after the int
Kris Avalon
Jul 302 min read


BTS Won’t Submit Comeback Album for Consideration at 2027 Grammys
BTS will not submit its music for consideration at the 69th Grammy Awards, scheduled for Feb. 7, 2027, the group announced on Wednesday. via: Rolling Stone BTS aren’t interested in rounding off their grand comeback album, ARIRANG, with the chance to take home a few golden gramophones. The supergroup will not submit the album for consideration for the 2027 Grammy Awards, each member revealed through individual Instagram Story posts on July 29. “We decided not to participate in
Kris Avalon
Jul 293 min read


Grammy Awards Announce Big Changes to Best New Artist and Album Rules, and Add Five New Categories
The Grammy Awards update rules and add to their categories in response to proposals from members every year, and 2027 is no exception. The next show, taking place on Feb. 7, 2027, will see five new categories — including in the Latin, Asian Pop and R&B genres — and several key updates, including the Best New Artist and Best album categories. via: Rolling Stone The Grammys have added five new categories, which will be in effect for the 69th edition of the annual awards, set fo
Kris Avalon
Jun 162 min read


Nicki Minaj Responds to Trevor Noah’s Grammys Jokes: “God Will Not Be Mocked”
It didn’t take long for Nicki Minaj to react to Trevor Noah’s Grammy Awards quip about her recent support of President Donald Trump. via: THR Nicki Minaj has been responding to Grammys host Trevor Noah for skewering her support for President Donald Trump and her absence from the music awards show on Sunday night. “As they do their ritual tonight, God almighty will reveal himself to them. The ritual will backfire on them. God will not be mocked. Blessed is the MIGHTY NAME OF J
Kris Avalon
Feb 22 min read


Grammy Winners 2026: Kendrick Lamar Leads With Five; Bad Bunny, Billie Eilish, Lady Gaga Score Key Wins
The stars were out in Los Angeles on Sunday for music’s biggest night. The 68th Grammy Awards, hosted by Trevor Noah, gave us a spectacular night of performances from the music industry’s very best. via: Variety Kendrick Lamar came into the Grammys with the most nominations — nine — and to the surprise of few, he exited with the most wins: an impressive five, including record of the year for “Luther,” his collaboration with SZA. But the love was very much spread around at the
Kris Avalon
Feb 223 min read


This Year’s Biggest Grammys Snubs and Surprises: Lorde, the Weeknd, Benson Boone
The nominations for the 2026 Grammy Awards have been revealed, and as always, there is a lot to sort through here for music fans. Some major acts are nowhere to be seen, while others got just the right recognition. Figuring out which is which, and celebrating or frowning accordingly, is half the fun of Grammy nominations day. So let’s get to it! via: People Despite earning major chart successes this year, stars like Lorde, Gracie Abrams and Megan Moroney didn't receive any n
Kris Avalon
Nov 7, 20255 min read


Grammy Nominations List: Kendrick Lamar Leads With 9, Including Record, Song & Album Of The Year Along With Lady Gaga, Sabrina Carpenter, Bad Bunny & More
The 2026 Grammy Award nominations have been unveiled for all 95 categories, and the list is packed with big names. via: Rolling Stone Kendrick Lamar, Bad Bunny, and Lady Gaga lead the pack as the nominees for the 68th Annual Grammy Awards were announced today. After winning Song and Record of the Year for “Not Like Us” earlier this year, Lamar led all nominees for 2026 with nine, including Album of the Year for GNX. He’ll also compete for Song and Record of the Year again, th
Kris Avalon
Nov 7, 202512 min read


Nicki Minaj Says She Turned Down Invitation To Be On Grammy Board: ‘My Integrity Couldn’t Allow Me To Accept’
Nicki Minaj is explaining why she turned down a major career milestone. via: Complex Nicki Minaj said she was invited to join the...
Kris Avalon
Jul 13, 20252 min read


Grammy Awards Face Backlash After Adding Best Traditional Country Album Category Following Beyoncé’s Best Country Album Win: ‘Moving The Goalpost’
The Grammys recently announced a new country category ahead of their 2026 award show, and the public has a lot to say. via: Rolling Out...
Kris Avalon
Jun 13, 20257 min read


Grammy Awards Unveil Dates for 2026 Show and Nominations Announcement, New Categories — Including Best Album Cover
Ahead of the 68th Annual Grammy Awards, which are scheduled to take place on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles,...
Kris Avalon
Jun 12, 20253 min read


Doechii Denies 'Stupid as Hell' Rumors That She Was Lip-Syncing at Grammys: 'That Entire Performance Was Live'
Denial isn't always a river — sometimes it's the truth. via: Billboard On Saturday (Feb. 15), the 26-year-old rap star addressed rumors...
Kris Avalon
Feb 17, 20252 min read


Chappell Roan Doubles Down on Her ‘Call to Action’ for the Music Industry: ‘Help Us Make Real Change’
Chappell Roan is not backing down. The latest winner of Best New Artist at the Grammys is standing firm behind the statements she made...
Kris Avalon
Feb 10, 20252 min read


Fans think Billie Eilish and Taylor Swift Were ‘Robbed’ at The Grammys: ‘I’m speechless’
Fans of Taylor Swift and Billie Eilish have taken to social to declare their favourite artists were respectively “robbed” at the 2025...
Kris Avalon
Feb 4, 20252 min read


Benson Boone Apologizes for Viral Crotch Grab During Steamy Grammys Performance of His Hit Beautiful Things
Benson Boone delivered an electrifying 2025 Grammys performance on Sunday night, during which he wore a powder blue sequin jumpsuit. via:...
Kris Avalon
Feb 4, 20252 min read


Los Angeles DA and LAPD Respond to Bianca Censori's Nude Grammys Look Amid Calls For Her to Face Legal Action
Media personnel from the Los Angeles Police Department and LA District Attorney's Office are reporting that they have not heard anything...
Kris Avalon
Feb 4, 20254 min read


AP Reporter Apologizes After Interrupting Babyface for Chappell Roan Grammy Interview: ‘There Was a Lot of Commotion’
An Associated Press reporter has issued an apology after they were dragged by fans on social media for snubbing Babyface mid-interview on...
Kris Avalon
Feb 3, 20252 min read


Lady Gaga Says ‘Trans People Are Not Invisible’ During Grammy Win: ‘Trans People Deserve Love’
Lady Gaga took center stage at the Grammys after winning the award for best pop duo/group performance and sent a message of support to...
Kris Avalon
Feb 3, 20252 min read


Grammys 2025: See the Complete Winners List!
Who's taking home an award at the 2025 Grammy Awards? The annual awards show, hosted by Trevor Noah, is going down at the Crypto.com...
Kris Avalon
Feb 3, 202512 min read


Chappell Roan Wins Best New Artist At Grammys 2025, Calls Out Record Labels Over Health Care
Chappell Roan took home the highly anticipated best new artist award at the 2025 Grammys, and she used her win to highlight the treatment...
Kris Avalon
Feb 3, 20252 min read
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