BLACKPINK is currently captivating fans in Toronto during their DEADLINE World Tour. The excitement has surged with the group’s full reunion after a hiatus of over two years. As they embark on this tour, buzz surrounding their new single “Jump” is accompanied by news about their eligibility for Grammy nominations.
Recent reports indicate that the group members may not qualify for a nomination in the Best New Artist category. This news was detailed by Hits Daily Double on July 22.
Disqualification Concerns for BLACKPINK
According to sources, the members—Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa—could be ineligible for Grammy nominations as solo artists in the Best New Artist category for the upcoming 68th Annual Grammy Awards. The eligibility issue stems from a rule that disallows artists who have gained significant recognition with their group from being nominated in this category.
This directive indicates that once an artist achieves prominence as part of a group, they lose eligibility to be nominated as a new artist, a fact that could potentially hinder their chances, as reported by Hits Daily Double.
Additionally, it has been suggested that the Grammy decision-makers might find ways to interpret this eligibility rule creatively, possibly including BLACKPINK’s hits in some capacity.
Understanding Grammy’s Eligibility Criteria
The Grammy Awards define a “new artist” as an individual or group that releases a recording during the eligibility year that establishes their public identity. To be considered for this category, an artist cannot have received a Grammy nomination before, except in particular circumstances—like being featured on another artist’s track without having released a full album.
Moreover, artists must have released between 5 to 30 singles or at least three albums to qualify as newcomers in this prestigious category.
Fan Reactions to the Possible Snub
Fans have expressed outrage over the potential disqualification of BLACKPINK members from the Best New Artist category. Many labeled the rule “stupid and disrespectful,” with some pointing to other artists, like Sabrina Carpenter, who also found success in similar circumstances.
Some fans remain skeptical about BLACKPINK’s likelihood of being included, recalling past Grammy snubs of popular artists like BTS and The Weeknd.
What are your thoughts on the Grammy eligibility rules? Do you think they need to be revised to better reflect today’s music landscape?
