The Artist of the Year honor went to aespa, a testament to their extraordinary talent and influence. Their album "Armageddon – The 1st Album" also claimed the KakaoBank Album of the Year title, solidifying their status as musical powerhouses. aespa's "Supernova" emerged as the Song of the Year, captivating listeners with its unique sound. (G)I-DLE's "Record of the Year" achievement further showcased their prowess. Rookie of the Year was shared by TWS and ILLIT, heralding the arrival of new musical talents.
Among the TOP10 artists, (G)I-DLE, aespa, DAY6, NewJeans, PLAVE, RIIZE, TWS, SEVENTEEN, IU, and BTS-Jungkook stood out, each leaving an indelible mark on the music landscape. In the Millions TOP10, aespa's "Armageddon – The 1st Album" led the way, followed by DAY6's "Band Aid", IVE's "IVE SWITCH", NewJeans' "How Sweet", PLAVE's "ASTERUM : 134-1", RIIZE's "RIIZING – The 1st Mini Album", IU's "The Winning", Lim Young Woong's "Warmth (Onki)", Jungkook's "GOLDEN", and Taeyeon's "To. X – The 5th Mini Album.
aespa was rightfully named the Best Female Group, setting a benchmark with their innovative performances. RIIZE took the crown for Best Male Group, demonstrating their growing popularity. IU was awarded Best Female Solo, while Jungkook claimed the title of Best Male Solo, highlighting their individual artistic brilliance. Lee Young Ji and BIBI were recognized for Best Music Style, adding a unique touch to the musical landscape. The Best OST went to "Eclipse – Sudden Shower (Lovely Runner OST Part 1)", captivating audiences with its emotive power. Benson Boone was named Best Pop Artist, while Seo Hyun Joo was honored as the Best Producer.
IU was awarded the Stage of the Year, captivating audiences with her electrifying performances. aespa also received the Best Female Performance award, showcasing their exceptional stage presence. BOYNEXTDOOR was named Best Male Performance, leaving a lasting impression. IVE and ATEEZ were recognized as Global Artists, making their mark on the international stage. RIIZE was named Global Rising Artist, indicating their potential for global stardom. YOASOBI was named J-POP Favorite Artist, adding to the diverse range of awards. tripleS was honored as 1theK Global Icon, and Jeon Soyeon was awarded the Songwriter Award for (G)I-DLE.
Hyukoh and Sunset Rollercoaster's "Young Man" won the Track Zero Choice award, while QWER took the Hot Trend Award. RIIZE was presented with the KakaoBank Star of Everyone Award, highlighting their popularity among fans.
Congratulations to all the winners! The 2024 Music Awards was a vivid testament to the diversity and brilliance of today's music scene. From aespa's sweeping victories to the global impact of artists like IU and Jungkook, the night celebrated both established icons and rising stars who are shaping the industry. With recognition spanning genres, styles, and even global markets, this year's winners demonstrated the universal power of music to connect, inspire, and transcend boundaries. As the curtain closes on this year's ceremony, the stage is set for another year filled with innovation and artistry in music.