
The fourth lineup for “2026 KGMA” has been revealed. On September 14, the KGMA Organizing Committee announced the fourth lineup for the “3rd KOREA GRAND MUSIC AWARDS (2026 KGMA),” to be held on November 7 and 8 at Gocheok Sky Dome in Guro District, Seoul. NEXZ, MEOVV, xikers, IDID, KISS OF LIFE, KickFlip, P1Harmony, and FIFTY FIFTY were listed. NEXZ set their own best first-week sales record with the 2nd single “Mmchk,” released in April, and won first place on a music show for the first time since their debut. After releasing their 4th mini album “SAUCIN’” last month, they will start their first Asia tour, “SAUCIN' THE WORLD,” in October, following participation in the Latin American music festival “STRAYCITY.” MEOVV showed addictive music and powerful performances with the title track “DDI RO RI” from their 2nd EP “BITE NOW.” MEOVV, which is expanding its fan base worldwide with overwhelming aura and stage manners as its weapons, plans to present an even more grown-up stage as a group in its third year since debut at “2026 KGMA.” xikers released their 7th mini album “ROUTE ZERO : The ORA” in May. This album, which signaled the beginning of a new series, was evaluated as broadening their musical range. xikers, who achieved results on domestic and overseas charts with the title track “OK,” are currently carrying out “roadymap to univerxity.” IDID drew attention as a rookie by winning first place on a music show just 12 days after debut last year. This year, they continued their activities by releasing the single album “Fly!” With their first debut anniversary approaching, IDID, who participated in “2026 KGMA,” will stand on the KGMA stage for the second consecutive year and deliver their own bright energy. KISS OF LIFE established differentiated charm with excellent musicality and sensual, powerful performances. Following their success this year with songs such as “Who is she,” “SWEAT,” and “What!,” they successfully completed their first world tour, “KISS ROAD.” They are also making a full-scale move into activities in Japan, broadening the scope of their global activities. KickFlip released “My First Kick” in April and updated their own record for first-week sales. On October 6, they will make a comeback with a new mini album featuring the double title tracks “Incomplete” and “Kick Off The Wall.” Through this activity, they are determined to further solidify their position in the K-pop scene. P1Harmony recorded their own best ranking of 4th on the U.S. “Billboard 200” with the 9th mini album “UNIQUE,” released in March this year. P1Harmony, which has expanded its core fan base through performances on stage, has confirmed its appearance at KGMA for the third consecutive time, riding its global momentum. FIFTY FIFTY drew attention earlier this year by becoming the first K-pop artist to remake the legendary rock band Pink Floyd’s “Wish You Were Here.” They showed their musical ability with the 4th mini album “Imperfect-I'mperfect” in June, and are solidifying their global foothold through fan concerts in Asia. “2026 KGMA” will feature artists who achieved results in various categories of popular music, such as K-pop, bands, and trot, loved by fans in Korea and abroad over the course of a year. Through stages where artists and fans become one, it plans to spotlight diverse musical achievements. On the first day, November 7, Woni of RESCENE and actress Nam Ji-hyun will serve as MCs, and on the second day, November 8, IVE’s Liz and actor Kim Jae-won will each serve as MCs. The first lineup, previously revealed, included RIIZE, AHOF, AND2BLE, ATEEZ, ALLDAY PROJECT, CRAVITY, CLOSE YOUR EYES, KiiiKiii, TREASURE, and Hearts2Hearts. Through the second lineup, participation was confirmed for WJSN’s Dayoung, SHINee’s Minho, DAY6’s Young K, ITZY’s Yuna, former IZ*ONE member Choi Ye-na, LUCY, TOUCHED, Novelbright, Park Ji-hyeon, and Jang Min-ho. In the third lineup, NouerA, RESCENE, MONSTA X’s Shownu & Hyungwon, Billlie, ALPHA DRIVE ONE, ITZY, and tripleS were listed. Special lineups are also scheduled to be revealed sequentially. KGMA is hosted by EDaily M, and jointly organized by the KGMA Organizing Committee and Creatoroo. KGMA’s sound source and album data are provided by HANTEO Chart, Genie Music, FLO, and Bugs!, and official fan voting is conducted through the “coogoong” app. It will be broadcast live on Korea’s ENA, and OTT platforms for streaming in Korea and abroad will be announced later.
NEXZ will perform at Setsunan University’s “K-POP Setsunan University Stage” on November 1. The free, advance-registration event at the Neyagawa Campus includes a first part with Japanese and Korean dance team performances and a special K-pop idol show, plus a second part featuring Japan’s first university-held random play dance event.
The 2026 Music Bank Global Festival in Japan will be held on December 12 and 13, 2026 at MUFG Stadium (National Stadium). New artists announced include NiziU, INI, xikers, ZEROBASEONE, TWS, NEXZ, KickFlip, AEN, and TUIDE, with performance dates revealed. Tickets and premium lounge options are on sale.
The first lineup for D Awards 2027 in Paris has been announced. Held at Plenitude Arena in Paris on January 15 and 16, 2027, the event has confirmed TWICE’s Jihyo as MC and performer. The first lineup also includes DPR IAN, P1Harmony, KISS OF LIFE, and AND2BLE. More hosts and additional acts will be revealed later. The awards are hosted by Sports DongA and will air in Korea on Channel A.
On the afternoon of the 5th, NEXZ arrived in Korea through Gimpo International Airport for their schedule. The article is based on local media coverage, and the photos may vary. Related headlines mention NEXZ’s impressive performance at Rock in Rio 2026 and the full lineup for the Asia Artist Awards.
The 2026 Gangnam Festival was held on Dosan-daero in Seoul’s Gangnam District on the afternoon of the 4th, featuring K-pop concert appearances by ZEROBASEONE, ALPHA DRIVE ONE, SAY MY NAME, P1Harmony, KiiiKiii, LUN8, and PSY. ZEROBASEONE’s Seok Matthew and Park Gunwook also unveiled a mixtape for the first time as the unit EMP, with a digital single set for release in November. ALPHA DRIVE ONE’s Sangwon and Anxin shared a close photo with their faces resting on each other’s shoulders and spoke about their affection for one another.
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