- NewJeans wins the prestigious 2024 Grand Artist award.
- EXO’s D.O. and SHINee’s Taemin claim multiple honors, including Best R&B (Male) and Best Popularity.
- ZEROBASEONE awarded Grand Honour’s Choice for their breakout success.
The 2024 Korea Grand Music Awards (KGMA) kicked off with a bang on November 16, showcasing the industry’s top performers and honoring artists from various genres.
Hosted by Nam Ji Hyun and NewJeans’ Hanni, the event featured stunning live performances from groups like (G)I-DLE, TVXQ, and solo acts such as EXO’s D.O. and BIBI.
2024 Korea Grand Music Awards Day 1: NewJeans, EXO’s D.O., and More Shine in Opening Ceremony
Among the night’s major honorees, NewJeans was awarded the coveted Grand Artist title, a recognition of their exceptional achievements in the K-pop world over the past year.
This marks a huge milestone for the group, which has seen an explosive rise in popularity since their debut. They were joined by EXO’s D.O., who claimed the Best R&B (Male) award, and SHINee’s Taemin, who took home the Lullua x Fancast Best Popularity award.
Other notable winners included BIBI for Best R&B (Female), Lee Young Ji for Best Hip Hop, and the rookie group ZEROBASEONE, who received the Grand Honour’s Choice award for their rapid rise in the industry. (G)I-DLE also made a mark, earning the Grand Record award, while Lee Mujin won Best Rock Ballad and Best Memory for his contributions to the music scene.
The event also celebrated the achievements of established acts like TVXQ, who were named K-pop Legendary Artist, and Young Tak, who was honored as the Transcendent Artist of the Year. With the first day packed with performances, honors, and new surprises, the KGMA promises to be a major highlight of the K-pop calendar for 2024.
The 2024 Korea Grand Music Awards successfully launched its inaugural event, celebrating K-pop’s diverse talent and global influence. With NewJeans, EXO’s D.O., and other stars taking home major honors, the awards have solidified their place as one of the most prestigious events in K-pop history.
“NewJeans crowned Grand Artist at the 2024 KGMA—marking their extraordinary rise in K-pop”
This reflects NewJeans’ milestone victory at the 2024 Korea Grand Music Awards, cementing their place among K-pop’s elite.
