Set to wow fans at the INSPIRE Arena in Incheon, South Korea, the 2024 Melon Music Awards lineup (2024 멜론 뮤직어워드) promises to be one of the biggest music ceremonies of the year. Already generating buzz is the star-studded lineup of performers and presenters for this Saturday’s event, which promises to be a spectacular K-pop celebration and beyond.
Organized by Kakao Entertainment and Melon, the annual Melon Music Awards is first introduced as an offline event back in 2009 but has since then become a major highlight in the global music calendar. This year’s edition, aptly themed as “New Stream of K-pop,” will look at the changing trends and the different vision of the ever-thriving K-pop industry. Here’s everything we know so far about the 16th Melon Music Awards (MMA 2024)!
2024 Melon Music Awards Lineup
2024 Melon Music Awards Lineup of Performers
Melon Music Awards 2024 performers list lineup is something to look forward to as it brings a great mix of K-pop icons and upcoming stars. The performer’s list on the 2024 Melon Music Awards has covered a wide range of generations and genres; thus, every fan has something to look up for this year. The opening acts include boy group ATEEZ, PLAVE, BOYNEXTDOOR, RIIZE, and TWS, while girl groups (G)I-DLE, aespa, IVE, QWER, and tripleS are expected to join soon.
Powerhouses BIBI and Lee Youngji will also perform solo for a more dynamic experience. International performers Christopher and YOASOBI will make sure that the event takes on a worldwide flavor. The MMA 2024 lineup is going to bring a spectacular stage with showcases promising unique concepts and never-seen-before performances.
Presenters Lineup for Melon Music Awards 2024
Adding glamour to the evening, the Melon Music Awards 2024 presenters feature a stellar mix of top-tier stars and promising newcomers. The lineup includes legends such as Uhm Jung-hwa, Lee Je-hoon, Jang Geun-suk, Moon Geun-young, and Ahn Jae-hyun. Joining the celebration will be various popular entertainers and also rising stars such as Kang Hoon, Geum Sae-rok, Kim Bo-ra, Kim Young-dae, Nam Yoon-su, Park Yoo-na, Bae In-hyuk, Yun Ji-on, Lee Se-hee, Lee Yul-eum, Cha Woo-min, and Han Ji-hyeon. On-air commentators are Choi Hyun-seok, Kim Jun-ho, Sung Hae-eun, Song Hae-na, RISABAE, JAESSBEE, Kim Won-hoon, Park Se-mi, Uhm Ji-yoon, and Lee Chang-ho.
When and Where to Watch Melon Music Awards 2024
The 2024 Melon Music Awards will be held on November 30, 2024, at 5 PM KST in Yeongjongdo, Incheon, at the state-of-the-art INSPIRE Arena. The live broadcast will be available through Melon and 1theK for global audiences, while Japanese viewers can watch the show through Unext. The 2024 Melon Music Awards red carpet event will begin at 4 PM KST and will serve as an introductory session to the main ceremony, providing a sneak peek into the glitter and glamour before the actual awards ceremony.
2024 Melon Music Awards Nominations and Awards Categories
MMA 2024 Top 10 Artists Winners Who are also nominated for the Artist of the Year category
aespa
SEVENTEEN
IU
BTS Jungkook
DAY6
(G)I-DLE
NewJeans
PLAVE
RIIZE
TWS
Album of the Year
Armageddon by aespa
Fourever by DAY6
2 by (G)I-DLE
SUPER REAL ME by ILLIT
The Winning by IU –
GOLDEN by Jungkook
EASY by LE SSERAFIM
ASTERUM : 134-1 by PLAVE
To. X by Taeyeon
Sparkling Blue by TWS
Song of the Year
Supernova by aespa
Bam Yang Gang by BIBI
Fate by (G)I-DLE
Magnetic by ILLIT
Love wins all by IU
Heavenly fate by Changsub
Episode by Lee Mu Jin
Rhapsody of Sadness by Lim Jae Hyun
To. X by Taeyeon
plot twist by TWS
Millions Top 10
Armageddon by aespa
Hello, World by Baekhyun
19.99 by BOYNEXTDOOR
Band Aid by DAY6
BLOSSOM by Doh Kyung Soo
YOUTH by Doyoung
On Your Side by Hwang Young Woong
The Winning by IU
IVE SWITCH by IVE
J by Jaehyun
MUSE by Jimin
THIS MAN by Jeonghan X Wonwoo
GOLDEN by Jungkook
bright by Lee Chan Won
Warmth by Lim Young Woong
WALK by NCT 127
DREAM()SCAPE by NCT DREAM
How Sweet by NewJeans
ASTERUM : 134-1 by PLAVE
Chill Kill by Red Velvet
RIIZING by RIIZE
SPILL THE FEELS by SEVENTEEN
ROCK-STAR by Stray Kids
To. X by Taeyeon
TAP by Taeyong
TRIGGER by THE BOYZ
minisode 3: TOMORROW by TXT
SuperSuper by Young Tak
MELTING POINT by ZEROBASEONE
SPOT! by Zico
New Artist of the Year
BABYMONSTER
ILLIT
MEOVV
Pagaehun
TWS
Best Solo – Female
BIBI
BOL4
IU
Lee Young Ji
Taeyeon
Best Solo – Male
Jungkook
Changsub
Lee Mu Jin
Lim Jae Hyun
Zico
Best Group – Female
aespa
(G)I-DLE
ILLIT
LE SSERAFIM
NewJeans
Best Group – Male
DAY6
PLAVE
RIIZE
SEVENTEEN
TWS
Best OST
10CM – “Spring Snow” (“Lovely Runner” OST)
Crush – “Love You With All My Heart” (“Queen of Tears” OST)
ECLIPSE – “Sudden Shower” (“Lovely Runner” OST)
Roy Kim – “Whenever, Wherever” (“My Demon” OST)
Taeyeon – “Dream” (“Welcome to Samdalri” OST)
Best Pop Artist
Ariana Grande
Ayumu Imazu
Benson Boone
MAX
Sabrina Carpenter
Of course, the stunning performances and accolades aside, MMA 2024 will also bring a thrilling display of K-pop innovation. With the theme “New Stream of K-pop,” the ceremony focuses on fresh ideas and futuristic visions of artistry that set the genre at the pinnacle of global music.
Voting for the fan-determined categories remains open until November 29th, giving fans a final chance to support their favourites. Whether cheering on aespa’s explosive performances or rooting for Jungkook’s chart-topping album, the excitement continues to build as the ceremony draws near.
Will you be tuning in to the 2024 Melon Music Awards? Share your thoughts on the nominees and performances in the comments below!
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