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Arts & CultureWednesday 17 June 2026

The Recording Academy is making room at music's biggest stage: five brand-new Grammy categories will debut at the 2027 Awards, including the first-ever Asian Pop award.

This expansion reflects the global reach of contemporary music and recognizes the surging influence of Asian artists on the world stage. Latin Song joins Asian Pop among the additions, underscoring the Academy's commitment to honoring diverse musical traditions and emerging genres. Read the full story β†’

Today's takeaway: Music's most prestigious awards are finally catching up to what listeners have known for yearsβ€”the world's soundtrack is more diverse and dynamic than ever.

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