'Somewhat racist': Does the Grammys need an 'Asian' category?

K-pop powerhouse BTS is boycotting the upcoming Grammy Awards in response to a newly introduced 'Asian' pop category. ABC News reports the category has drawn criticism as 'somewhat racist' and sparked debate about broad geographic classification in music. The boycott raises questions about how the music industry should approach recognition for artists from diverse backgrounds.

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