K-pop award events, which include the biggest names in the business and standout performances, features a dynamic celebration of talent, artistry, and global influence.
A unique experience that showcases the various genres and styles within K-pop is provided by each award event, which features stunning stages, heartfelt acceptance speeches, and amazing collaborations.
1. Circle Chart Music Awards
Recognizing musical achievements based on commercial success, the Circle Chart Music Awards, originally known as the Gaon Chart Music Awards, is a well-known yearly celebration in South Korea. It is a performance-based award given by the Korea Music Content Association to artists who have made an impact on South Korea’s official record chart, the Circle Chart. With live broadcasts on Mnet and V Live, the event has grown in popularity worldwide since its launch in 2011.
2. Genie Music Awards
Since 2018, Genie Music has hosted the colorful annual Genie Music Awards, a celebration of musical achievement held in South Korea. This esteemed event honors musicians based on fan voting, judge evaluations, and chart performance from the Genie Music platform.
3. Golden Disc Awards
Since 1986, the Golden Disc Awards, one of the most prominent music events in South Korea, have honored achievement in the music business. In addition to recognizing accomplishments in categories like Album and Song of the Year, the awards also present Bonsang prizes to top-performing performers. Its recognizable trophy, which depicts a woman playing a Korean wind instrument, is a representation of craftsmanship and heritage.
4. Hanteo Music Awards
Hanteo Global Inc. hosts the Hanteo Music Awards, formerly known as the Hanteo Awards, every year to honor musical brilliance in South Korea. In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the inaugural celebration was held virtually to protect both performers and fans. The awards showcase a wide range of categories, including Daesang and Bonsang prizes, in recognition of the influence of physical records, digital music, and worldwide fandoms.
5. Korean Music Awards
A famous music event in South Korea, the Korean Music Awards (KMA) honor both mainstream and underground musicians from a variety of genres. Since its founding in 2004, the KMA has grown to be a reputable venue that celebrates diversity and inventiveness in music, providing credit to performers who may not always top the charts but nevertheless push the envelope creatively.
6. Melon Music Awards
Every year, Kakao Entertainment hosts the esteemed Melon Music Awards (MMA), which honor the finest in K-pop through online voting, digital data, and judging assessments. Since 2009, MMA has evolved from an online-only fan-voted event to a live extravaganza that features major Korean performers.
7. MAMA Awards
The MAMA Awards, a prestigious yearly event sponsored by CJ ENM, were formerly known as the Mnet Asian Music Awards. Since its founding in 1999, MAMA has developed into a global platform for K-pop, honoring the accomplishments of Asian musicians that represent the strength of the Hallyuwave on a global scale. With its global reach now spanning Japan, Hong Kong, and Vietnam, MAMA presents elite acts and honors exceptional talent with awards such as Album of the Year, Song of the Year, and Artist of the Year.
8. Seoul Music Awards
Since its founding in 1990, the Seoul Music Awards (SMA) have been one of South Korea’s most prominent music award ceremonies, honoring the greatest in K-pop. The Sports Seoul-presented event recognizes musicians with the use of music sales data, public voting, and the opinions of knowledgeable judges. With four Daesangs each, BTS and EXO are tied for the most wins, and the Grand Prize (Daesang) is the greatest accolade.
9. The Fact Music Awards
Another event honoring the Hallyu wave, the Fact Music Awards (TMA) showcase the abilities and contributions of K-pop performers since their founding in 2019. The awards, which are organized by Fan N Star and hosted by The Fact, recognize winners using information from Circle Chart, professional judges, and audience involvement.
