Unveiling the Magic of the 2024 Melon Music Awards
Lineup: A Star-Studded Ensemble
The final lineup of performers ready to set the stage on fire is truly impressive. We have BIBI, Lee Youngji, aespa, ATEEZ, BOYNEXTDOOR, Christopher, IVE, PLAVE, QWER, RIIZE, tripleS, YOASOBI, (G)I-DLE, and TWS. Each artist is set to bring their unique style and talent to the stage.
Kakao Entertainment's music platform Melon recently announced this year's star-studded lineup of award presenters. The roster includes K-stars like Bae In Hyuk, Kang Hoon, Kim Young Dae, Park Yoo Na, Lee Yul Eum, Cha Woo Min, Han Ji Yeon, Geum Sae Rok, Nam Yoon Su, Yun Ji On, Lee Se Hee, and Kim Bo Ra. Prominent industry icons such as Uhm Jung Hwa, Jang Geun Suk, Ahn Hae Hyun, Lee Je Hoon, and Moon Geun Young will also grace the stage to honor the recipient artists. Additionally, the list features Park Se Mi, Lee Chang Ho, Uhm Ji Yoon, Sung Hae Eun, Song Hae Na, JAESSBEE, Choi Hyun Seok, Kim Won Hoon, Kim Jun Ho, and RISABAE.
Streaming Details: Where to Watch
Korea broadcasts will be live on the Melon app/website and Melon YouTube channels. In Japan, U-NEXT will stream the music awards ceremony. Fans in other global countries can tune in through the official YouTube channels of 1theK and Melon. This ensures that music lovers from all around the world can enjoy this spectacular event.
Top 10 Bonsang Winners: A Showcase of Talent
The 16th Melon Music Awards Top 10 winners are aespa, IU, Jungkook, DAY6, NewJeans, SEVENTEEN, (G)I-DLE, PLAVE, RIIZE, and TWS. These artists have truly made their mark in the music industry and deserve this recognition.
Nominees: A Glimpse of Excellence
For some prominent categories, here are the MMA 2024 nominees. In the Best Pop Artist category, we have Ariana Grande, MAX, Benson Boone, Sabrina Carpenter, and Ayumu Imazu. In the Best OST category, the nominees are Lovely Runner OST “Spring Snow” by 10CM, Lovely Runner OST “Sudden Shower” by ECLIPSE, Queen of Tears OST “Love You With All My Heart” by Crush, My Demon OST “Whenever, Wherever” by Roy Kim, and Welcome to Samdalri OST “Dream” by Taeyeon. In the Best Group – MALE category, the nominees are SEVENTEEN, DAY6, RIIZE, TWS, and PLAVE. In the Best Group – FEMALE category, the nominees are aespa, LE SSERAFIM, NewJeans, (G)I-DLE, and ILLIT. In the Best Solo – MALE category, the nominees are BTS’ Jungkook, Zico, BTOB’s Changsub, Lee Mujin, and Lim Jaehyun. In the Best Solo – FEMALE category, the nominees are IU, Lee Youngji, BIBI, BOL4, and Taeyeon. In the New Artist of the Year category, the nominees are ILLIT, BABYMONSTER, TWS, MEOVV, and Pagaehun. In the Song of the Year category, the nominees are “Supernova” by aespa, “Love Wins All” by IU, “Fate” by (G)I-DLE, “Heavenly Fate” by Changsub, “To. X” by Taeyeon, “Episode” by Lee Mujin, “Magnetic” by ILLIT, “Bam Yang Gang” by BIBI, “Rhapsody of Sadness” by Lim Jaehyun, and “plot twist” by TWS. In the Album of the Year category, the nominees are “GOLDEN” by Jungkook, “The Winning” by IU, “To. X” by Taeyeon, “EASY” by LE SSERAFIM, “SUPER REAL ME” by ILLIT, “2” by (G)I-DLE, “Fourever” by DAY6, “Armageddon” by aespa, “ASTERUM: 134-1” by PLAVE, and “Sparkling Blue” by TWS.
The 16th Melon Music Awards will be held at the Inspire Arena in South Korea on Friday, November 30, 2024. The main show will kick off at 5 PM KST (1:30 PM IST), with artists walking down the red carpet an hour before showtime. This is an event that music lovers won't want to miss.