The 2025 KGMA performers have been revealed, featuring 31 artists over two days, including ATEEZ, Stray Kids, and many more.
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The performers for the 2nd KOREA GRAND MUSIC AWARDS have been announced for two days. Today (10th), the KGMA organizing committee revealed the daily performers for the '2nd KOREA GRAND MUSIC AWARDS' (hereafter, '2025 KGMA') to be held on November 14 and 15 at Incheon Inspire Arena. On the first day, which will be 'Artist Day', a total of 15 groups including THE BOYZ, MEOVV, Park So-jin, BOYNEXTDOOR, xikers, INI, ATEEZ, Xdinary Heroes, ALLDAY PROJECT, Cho Seung-youn (WOOZ), Lee Chang-won, CRAVITY, KiiiKiii, FIFTY FIFTY, and SMTR25 are confirmed to perform. ATEEZ, who won the 'Grand Honor's Choice' award last year, is expected to captivate fans with a fantastic stage this year as well. BOYNEXTDOOR, loved for many songs including 'IF I SAY, I LOVE YOU', will prove their worth as a representative boy group of the 5th generation with their unique live performance. ALLDAY PROJECT, who made a splash in the music scene by debuting at number one, is set to charm fans with their energy and unique charisma. Cho Seung-youn is expected to showcase new songs including 'Drowning', which gained attention during its re-boom, hinting at a festival-like stage. THE BOYZ is anticipated to show their dignity as a group in their 9th year since debut. Furthermore, xikers is expected to display their talent as 'next-generation performance geniuses'. Many artists preparing for comebacks, such as MEOVV, Park So-jin, Xdinary Heroes, Lee Chang-won, and FIFTY FIFTY, will participate in the awards ceremony on the 14th, presenting performances different from music programs. On the second day, 'Music Day', a total of 16 groups including NEXZ, LUCY, BTOB, EXO's Suho, Stray Kids, IDID, IVE, AHOF, UNIS, Chang Min-ho, CLOSE YOUR EYES, KISS OF LIFE, KickFlip, fromis_9, P1Harmony, and Hearts2Hearts will perform. Stray Kids, who have left their mark in Billboard's 70-year history and established themselves as global top artists, will present a special 'ceremony' with fans at this KGMA. IVE, who has recorded three consecutive hits this year with 'REBEL HEART', 'ATTITUDE', and 'XOXZ', is expected to deliver an upgraded performance on the KGMA stage. Additionally, rookie boy groups that debuted this year, such as IDID, AHOF, CLOSE YOUR EYES, and KickFlip, will showcase their unique stages, while girl groups like KISS OF LIFE, fromis_9, and Hearts2Hearts will meet fans through their music and performances at KGMA. UNIS and P1Harmony, who participated in the inaugural awards ceremony, are expected to present upgraded stages, and the performances by NEXZ, LUCY, Suho, and Chang Min-ho will also be highlights. The second KGMA aims to deliver a more glamorous and diverse experience to fans worldwide through a stage that merges musical evolution and the latest technology. Actress Nam Ji-hyun will serve as MC for two consecutive days, with Red Velvet's Irene on the first day and KISS OF LIFE's Natty on the second day. Additionally, top Korean actors such as Kang Tae-oh, Kong Seung-youn, Kwon Yul, Kim Dan, former Weki Meki's Kim Do-young, Kim Do-hun, Kim Min-seok, WEi's Kim Yo-han, Moon Chae-won, Park Se-wan, Bae Hyun-sung, Byung Woo-seok, Seo Eun-soo, Shin Seung-ho, Ahn Hyo-seop, Om Tae-goo, former MOMOLAND's Yeonwoo, Ong Seong-wu, Yoon Ga-i, Lee Sol, Lee Se-young, Lee Yoreum, former AFTERSCHOOL's Jooyeon, Jung Jun-won, Choi So-an, Girls' Generation's Sooyoung, Choi Yoon-ji, Choo Yong-woo, and Hayoung will participate as presenters.
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