Hey, fellow K-pop fans! Are you as hyped as I am for the Melon Music Awards 2024? This year’s show promises to be nothing short of legendary. It’s like the ultimate year-end party for all of us who eat, sleep, and breathe Korean music. Whether you’re rooting for your bias or just here for the jaw-dropping performances, let me break down everything you need to know, like we’re chatting over a cup of coffee.
When is the Melon Music Awards 2024?
Mark your calendar: it’s happening on November 30, 2024. The venue? None other than the stunning Inspire Arena in Incheon. If you’ve never seen it, think of a place as glamorous as the event itself. Can’t make it to Incheon? Don’t worry, you can catch all the action live. The awards will be streamed on the Melon app, Melon’s YouTube channel, U-NEXT in Japan, and the 1theK YouTube channel worldwide. So, there’s literally no excuse to miss it!
Who’s Nominated?
Okay, this year’s nominee list is pure fire. Let’s talk about the top categories:
- Artist of the Year is a battle of heavyweights. We’re talking IU, Jungkook, SEVENTEEN, aespa, and more. How do we even choose?
- Album of the Year has epic contenders like aespa’s Armageddon, IU’s The Winning, and Day6’s Fourever.
- For Song of the Year, I’m obsessed with aespa’s Supernova and NCT Dream’s Dream()scape.
Watch Aespa’s Armageddon MV Here
Watch IU’s The Winning (I stan U) MV Here
There are also categories for Best Solo, Best Group, and New Artist of the Year. Newbies like BABYMONSTER and TWS are making waves, so keep an eye on them!
The Top 10 artists for the Melon Music Awards 2024
- aespa
- DAY6
- (G)I-DLE
- IU
- Jungkook (BTS)
- NewJeans
- PLAVE
- RIIZE
- SEVENTEEN
- TWS
Album of the Year Nominess
- aespa – Armageddon
- DAY6 – Fourever
- (G)I-DLE – 2
- ILLIT – SUPER REAL ME
- IU – The Winning
- Jungkook – GOLDEN
- LE SSERAFIM – EASY
- PLAVE – ASTERUM : 134-1
- Taeyeon – To. X
- TWS – Sparkling Blue
Song of the Year Nominess
- aespa – Supernova
- BIBI – Bam Yang Gang
- (G)I-DLE – Fate
- ILLIT – Magnetic
- IU – Love wins all
- Changsub – Heavenly fate
- Lee Mu Jin – Episode
- Lim Jae Hyun – Rhapsody of Sadness
- Taeyeon – To. X
- TWS – plot twist
Performances to Die For
Performances are the heart of the MMAs, right? And this year, we’ve got BIBI and Lee Young-ji hitting the stage. BIBI’s Bam yang gang has been the soundtrack of my life lately, so I can’t wait to see it live.
Watch BIBI’s Bam yang gang MV Here
The Voting Game
If you’ve been voting like crazy since November 15, you’re not alone. Voting will end on November 29, and it will be intense. Here’s the cool part: streaming counts for 80%, and user votes make up the other 20%. It’s proof that every stream and vote really matters.
Why You Can’t Miss This
The Melon Music Awards 2024 isn’t just an awards show; it’s a celebration of everything we love about K-pop. From the glitzy red carpet moments to surprise collaborations, there’s always something unforgettable. Whether your bias wins or not, it’s a chance to come together as fans and share the joy.
So, grab your snacks, charge your devices, and get ready to scream at your screen on November 30. This year’s MMAs are going to be a rollercoaster, and I’m here for every second of it. Let me know who you’re rooting for?