BTS Bypasses 2027 Grammys with ARIRANG, Calls for Music Beyond Borders
BTS announced via Instagram that they will not submit their comeback album ARIRANG for the 2027 Grammy Awards, saying they hope music can be heard and loved regardless of region or language. The move comes as the Grammys introduced a new Best Asian Pop Music Performance category, sparking speculation about how BTS’s work will be categorized in the future. The group has five prior Grammy nominations and hints at broader ambitions beyond the awards, including potential moments like a future Super Bowl appearance. The 2027 entry window runs July 7–August 21, with nominees announced November 16 and the ceremony on February 7, 2027.