The inaugural Korea Grand Music Awards (KGMA), organized by Ilgan Sports, is set to become a significant event on the K-Pop calendar, with a diverse lineup of performances celebrating the genre’s top talents. This two-day festival will take place at Inspire Arena in Incheon on November 16 and 17.

Event Highlights and “Next Generation” Artists Announcement

On November 11, the KGMA organizing committee will reveal two “Next Generation” artists who will be joining the current lineup. These artists, part of the MZ generation, are expected to represent the future of K-Pop. This addition is already generating excitement as fans anticipate fresh talent among established stars.

Day 1: “Artist Day” Performances

The first day, themed as “Artist Day,” will feature NewJeans’ Hanni and actress Nam Ji Hyun as hosts. The lineup includes some of K-Pop’s most popular acts, each representing diverse styles within the industry. Performers for “Artist Day” include:

• NewJeans
• EXO’s D.O.
• TVXQ
• BIBI
• STAYC
• (G)I-DLE
• Youngtak
• Yoo Hwe Seung
• Lee Mu Jin
• Lee Young Ji
• Jung Dong Won (JD1)
• ZEROBASEONE
• QWER
• SHINee’s Taemin
• P1Harmony

Day 2: “Song Day” Performances

The second day, “Song Day,” will bring another impressive lineup, with aespa’s Winter joining Nam Ji Hyun as host. The artists set to perform on “Song Day” include:

• NOWADAYS
• NiziU
• DAY6
• RIIZE
• Song Ga In
• aespa
• ATEEZ
• NCT WISH
• Yuqi
• UNIS
• Lee Chan Won
• JO1
• CLASS:y
• TREASURE
• FIFTY FIFTY

Broadcast and Streaming Details

For those unable to attend in person, the KGMA will be broadcast on Channel ENA, with streaming available on the OTT platform Wavve and globally on KISWE’s “Love & Kpop” service, ensuring fans worldwide can enjoy the performances.

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