ATEEZ captain Hongjoong has spoken about BTS’ decision not to submit music for the 2027 GRAMMY Awards, drawing attention with his comments during a Variety interview.
Hongjoong was asked whether ATEEZ would consider taking a similar approach with its own releases. The question came amid discussions surrounding BTS’ decision and criticism faced by Stray Kids over their response to the issue.
Hongjoong said he understood BTS’ position, particularly in connection with the GRAMMYs’ Best Asian Pop Music Performance category.
He also explained ATEEZ’s approach to music, saying the group does not necessarily separate its work into categories such as Korean, American or British music.
His comments subsequently received praise from online users, who appreciated his emphasis on music rather than strict genre or regional labels.
