The MTV VMAs 2024 are just around the corner, and the excitement is already palpable. Known for its dazzling performances and star-studded appearances, this year’s awards promise to be no different. Scheduled to take place on Thursday, September 12, 2024, at Long Island’s UBS Arena, the VMAs are set to deliver a night of memorable moments and high-energy entertainment. For fans eager to catch all the action, the show will start at 1 AM BST and will be broadcast live on MTV. Additionally, it will be streamed on Paramount+, FuboTV, Hulu+ Live TV, and SlingTV.
MTV VMAs 2024 Performance Lineup
The performance lineup for the 2024 MTV VMAs is packed with a diverse array of talent, ensuring that the stage will be a spectacle of its own. Notable acts include Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter, Camila Cabello, GloRilla, Rauw Alejandro, and Katy Perry. Fans can also look forward to dynamic performances by Benson Boone, Halsey, Lenny Kravitz, and LISA.
In a historic move, K-pop group LE SSERAFIM will make their debut at the VMAs, becoming the first K-pop girl group to perform at the awards show so early in their career. Other performers include Anitta, Shawn Mendes, Karol G, LL Cool J, Megan Thee Stallion, and Eminem. With such a stellar lineup, the VMAs are set to be a night full of unforgettable performances.
2024 VMAs Nominees
Video of the Year
Ariana Grande – we can’t be friends (wait for your love)
Billie Eilish – LUNCH
Doja Cat – Paint The Town Red
Eminem – Houdini
SZA – Snooze
Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone – Fortnight
Artist of the Year
Ariana Grande
Bad Bunny
Eminem
Sabrina Carpenter
SZA
Taylor Swift
Song of the Year
Beyoncé – TEXAS HOLD ‘EM
Jack Harlow – Lovin On Me
Kendrick Lamar – Not Like Us
Sabrina Carpenter – Espresso
Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone – Fortnight
Teddy Swims – Lose Control
Best New Artist
Benson Boone
Chappell Roan
Gracie Abrams
Shaboozey
Teddy Swims
Tyla
MTV Push Performance of the Year
August 2023: Kaliii – Area Codes
September 2023: GloRilla – Lick or Sum
October 2023: Benson Boone – In The Stars
November 2023: Coco Jones – ICU
December 2023: Victoria Monét – On My Mama
January 2024: Jessie Murph – Wild Ones
February 2024: Teddy Swims – Lose Control
March 2024: Chappell Roan – Red Wine Supernova
April 2024: Flyana Boss – yeaaa
May 2024: Laufey – Goddess
June 2024: LE SSERAFIM – EASY
July 2024: The Warning – Automatic Sun
Best Collaboration
Drake ft. Sexyy Red & SZA – Rich Baby Daddy
GloRilla, Megan Thee Stallion – Wanna Be
Jessie Murph ft. Jelly Roll – Wild Ones
Jungkook ft. Latto – Seven
Post Malone ft. Morgan Wallen – I Had Some Help
Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone – Fortnight
Best Pop
Camila Cabello
Dua Lipa
Olivia Rodrigo
Sabrina Carpenter
Tate McRae
Taylor Swift
Best Hip-Hop
Drake ft. Sexyy Red & SZA – Rich Baby Daddy
Eminem – Houdini
GloRilla – Yeah Glo!
Gunna – fukumean
Megan Thee Stallion – BOA
Travis Scott ft. Playboi Carti – FE!N
Best R&B
Alicia Keys – Lifeline
Muni Long – Made For Me
SZA – Snooze
Tyla – Water
USHER, Summer Walker, 21 Savage – Good Good
Victoria Monét – On My Mama
Best Alternative
Benson Boone – Beautiful Things
Bleachers – Tiny Moves
Hozier – Too Sweet
Imagine Dragons – Eyes Closed
Linkin Park – Friendly Fire
Teddy Swims – Lose Control (Live)
Best Rock
Bon Jovi – Legendary
Coldplay – feelslikeimfallinginlove
Green Day – Dilemma
Kings of Leon – Mustang
Lenny Kravitz – Human
U2 – Atomic City
Best Latin
Anitta – Mil Veces
Bad Bunny – MONACO
KAROL G – MI EX TENÍA RAZÓN
Myke Towers – LALA
Peso Pluma & Anitta – BELLAKEO
Rauw Alejandro – Touching The Sky
Shakira & Cardi B – Puntería
Best Afrobeats
Ayra Starr ft. Giveon – Last Heartbreak Song
Burna Boy – City Boys
Chris Brown ft. Davido & Lojay – Sensational
Tems – Love Me JeJe
Tyla – Water
USHER, Pheelz – Ruin
Best K-Pop
JungKook ft. Latto – Seven
LISA – Rockstar
NCT Dream – Smoothie
NewJeans – Super Shy
Stray Kids – LALALALA
TOMORROW X TOGETHER – Deja vu
Video for Good
Alexander Stewart – if you only knew
Billie Eilish – What Was I Made For (From The Motion Picture “Barbie”)
Coldplay – feelslikeimfallinginlove
Joyner Lucas & Jelly Roll – Best For Me
RAYE – Genesis.
Tyler Childers – In Your Love
Best Direction
Ariana Grande – we can’t be friends (wait for your love) – Directed by Christian Breslauer
Bleachers – Tiny Moves – Directed by Alex Lockett & Margaret Qualley
Eminem – Houdini – Directed by Rich Lee
Megan Thee Stallion – BOA – Directed by Daniel Iglesias Jr.
Sabrina Carpenter – Please Please Please – Directed by Bardia Zeinali
Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone – Fortnight – Directed by Taylor Swift
Best Cinematography
Ariana Grande – we can’t be friends (wait for your love) — Cinematography by Anatol Trofimov
Charli xcx – Von dutch — Cinematography by Jeff Bierman
Dua Lipa – Illusion — Cinematography by Nikita Kuzmenko
Olivia Rodrigo – obsessed – Cinematography by Marz Miller
Rauw Alejandro – Touching The Sky – Cinematography by Camilo Monsalve
Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone – Fortnight – Cinematography by Rodrigo Prieto
Best Editing
Anitta – Mil Veces – Editing by Nick Yumul
Ariana Grande – we can’t be friends (wait for your love) – Editing by Luis Caraza Peimbert
Eminem – Houdini – Editing by David Checel
LISA – Rockstar – Editing by Nik Kohler
Sabrina Carpenter – Espresso – Editing by Jai Shukla
Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone – Fortnight – Editing by Chancler Haynes
Best Choreography
Bleachers – Tiny Moves – Choreography by Margaret Qualley
Dua Lipa – Houdini – Choreography by Charm La’Donna
LISA – Rockstar – Choreography by Sean Bankhead
Rauw Alejandro – Touching The Sky – Choreography by Felix ‘Fefe’ Burgos
Tate McRae – Greedy – Choreography by Sean Bankhead
Troye Sivan – Rush – Choreography by Sergio Reis, Mauro Van De Kerkhof
Best Visual Effects
Ariana Grande – the boy is mine – Visual Effects by Digital Axis
Eminem – Houdini – Visual Effects by Synapse Virtual Production, Louise Lee, Rich Lee, Metaphysic, Flawless Post
Justin Timberlake – Selfish – Visual Effects by Candice Dragonas
Megan Thee Stallion – BOA – Visual Effects by Mathematic
Olivia Rodrigo – get him back! – Visual Effects by Cooper Vacheron, Preston Mohr, Karen Arakelian, Justin Johnson
Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone – Fortnight – Visual Effects by Parliament
Best Art Direction
Charli xcx – 360 – Art Direction by Grace Surnow
LISA – Rockstar – Art Direction by Pongsan Thawatwichian
Megan Thee Stallion – BOA – Art Direction by Brittany Porter
Olivia Rodrigo – bad idea right? – Art Direction by Nicholas des Jardins
Sabrina Carpenter – Please Please Please – Art Direction by Nicholas des Jardins
Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone – Fortnight – Art Direction by Ethan Tobman
Where to Watch VMAs 2024
The 2024 MTV VMAs will air live on MTV starting at 1 AM BST. For those who prefer alternative viewing options, the show will also be available on BET, CMT, MTV2, VH1, and even Nickelodeon. Streaming options include Paramount+, FuboTV, Hulu+ Live TV, and SlingTV.
2024 VMAs Presenter Lineup
The presenter lineup for this year’s VMAs is equally impressive, featuring a mix of musicians, actors, and influencers. Big Sean, Busta Rhymes, Carson Daly, Cyndi Lauper, and TikTok star Addison Rae will take the stage as presenters. Additionally, the event will be graced by the presence of Damiano David of Måneskin, DJ Khaled, Lil Nas X, Miranda Lambert, and more. The lineup also includes notable figures like Halle Bailey, Jordan Chiles, Naomi Scott, Paris Hilton, and Tinashe, promising an exciting and diverse range of presenters.
As the VMAs approach, anticipation continues to build. With a stellar performance lineup, a competitive slate of nominees, and a distinguished group of presenters, the 2024 MTV VMAs are set to be a night to remember. Make sure to mark your calendars and tune in for what promises to be an unforgettable celebration of music and entertainment.
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