The new jeans will finally be together to win the KGMA award.
Korea Grand Music Awards Highlights
The 1st Korea Grand Music Awards (KGMA) took place on January 16, 2024, at the Inspire Arena in Incheon. This new pop music award ceremony, organized by Daily Sports, recognized outstanding artists in the music industry.
Major Winners:
- 2024 Grand Artist: New Jeans
- 2024 Grand Record: (G)I-DLE
- 2024 Grand Honors Choice: Zero Base One
Each winner expressed gratitude during their acceptance speeches. New Jeans thanked their supporters and acknowledged their CEO. (G)I-DLE highlighted their dedication to hard work and their creative process. Zero Base One credited their fans for their success and pledged to focus on them.
Notable Performances:
The event featured several impressive performances. (G)I-DLE showcased their song “Wife” with a large dance ensemble. New Jeans delivered a performance emphasizing freedom. Taemin and Lee Yong-ji teamed up for a memorable rendition of “Small Girl.” TVXQ brought the house down with iconic songs, captivating the audience.
Additional Awards:
Several artists received multiple accolades. Taemin and Yongtak each won three awards. TVXQ was honored as the K-Pop Legendary Artist, reflecting their influence in the industry.
Future Broadcasts:
The second day of the event will air on ENA and be available on OTT platforms like Wave and KISWE’s “Love & KPop.”
Complete List of Winners:
- 2024 Grand Artist: New Jeans
- 2024 Grand Record: (G)I-DLE
- 2024 Grand Honors Choice: Zero Base One
- Best Artist: Do Kyung-soo, Zero Base One, Stay C, P1 Harmony, Young Tak, Taemin, Lee Yong-ji, New Jeans, (G)I-DLE, Jeong Dong-won, Lulua
- K-Pop Legendary Artist: TVXQ
- Transcendental Award of the Year: Young Tak
- Best Memory: Lee Moo-jin
- Best Adult Contemporary: Young Tak
- Best Solo Artist: Taemin
- Best Selling Album Award: Seventeen
- Best R&B Girl: BB
- Best Rock Ballad: Lee Moo-jin
- Best OST: Yoo Hwe-seung
- Best R&B Male: Do Kyung-so
- Rising Star: JD1
- Best Band: QWER
- Best Hip Hop: Lee Yong-ji
This year’s KGMA showcased the talent and passion of artists in the K-pop industry, making it a memorable event.