Superstar K-pop band BTS have won the The International Federation of the Phonographic Industry’s 2021 Global Recording Artist of the Year award, again. It’s the second year in a row for the seven-member group.
BTS again received the award based on their worldwide performance across digital and physical music formats over the past 12 months. Around the world, BTS were the best-performing act globally throughout 2021, followed by solo artists Taylor Swift and Adele.
IFPI chief executive Frances Moore noted that the band had pushed through a real or perceived language barrier to win the award for their work in both Korean and English languages (and Japanese).
“By performing in three different languages, they demonstrate their extraordinarily unique global appeal, and their dynamic and passionate fan base has helped to make them the first artists in history to top the Global…
