
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.
K-POP artists, especially Stray Kids, have dominated global concert scenes, achieving top Billboard rankings and breaking records. Stray Kids ranked 10th on the Billboard Top Tours 2025 chart, while other groups like SEVENTEEN and BTS also made significant impacts. Their tours attracted millions, showcasing K-POP's global influence.
The D Awards celebrate the current and future of 5th generation K-POP idols, featuring NCT WISH, NEXZ, KickFlip, AxMxP, and Choi RIB. NCT WISH's recent album set sales records, while NEXZ and KickFlip have shown impressive growth. The event will take place on February 11, 2026, at Korea University.
At the 67th Japan Record Awards, ILLIT performed 'Almond Chocolate,' BOYNEXTDOOR sang '今日だけ I LOVE YOU,' and &TEAM showcased 'Go in Blind.' Each group expressed gratitude to fans for their support and shared their excitement about their achievements. ILLIT and &TEAM are set to perform at the upcoming NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen.
UNIS, a global girl group formed from the 'UNIVERSE TICKET' audition program, celebrated their new digital single with a fan event in Tokyo. They performed their songs for the first time in front of Japanese fans, sharing their excitement and experiences about recording in Japanese. The event showcased their charm and emotional expression, raising anticipation for their future activities in Japan.
On the afternoon of the 30th, AHOF departed for the Philippines through Incheon International Airport to participate in the 'NYE Kapuso Countdown to 2026.' Additionally, there will be a release event and fan meeting in Japan in January 2026, featuring NCT's Taeyong, TVXQ's Yunho, and Stray Kids at the '2025 SBS Song Festival' red carpet.
On the afternoon of the 29th, Eric from THE BOYZ made an appearance at the red carpet event for the 2025 MBC Entertainment Awards held at the MBC Media Center in Mapo, Seoul. Additionally, THE BOYZ released a special clip for their 8th anniversary single 'Still Love You,' and Eric was chosen as the host for Season 4 of 'Idol Radio,' partnering with Sonu.
ZICO had a remarkable year in music, releasing the single 'DUET' and achieving high rankings on charts. He expanded his global presence through collaborations and successful projects, including work with BLACKPINK's Jennie and his group BOYNEXTDOOR. ZICO won 'Best Producer' at MMA 2025 and plans to continue his musical journey with a concert and new album production.
On the morning of the 30th, IVE departed from Gimpo International Airport to Japan to appear on 'CDTV Live! New Year's Countdown Fes,' which will be broadcast on TBS on December 31, 2025, starting at 11:45 PM for 5 hours and 15 minutes. The event will feature 76 artists, including IVE, who will also make a surprise announcement at the '2025 SBS Song Festival' in cute Santa outfits.
During the 2025 MBC Entertainment Awards, Yu Jae-seok received the grand prize, marking his 21st overall win. The variety show 'New Director Kim Yong-kyung' won six awards, surpassing 'I Live Alone' which won five. Notable winners included Kim Suk and Yoo Se-yoon in the best performer categories.
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