Korea Grand Music Awards 2024: NewJeans Takes Home Best Artist Award

The inaugural Korea Grand Music Awards (KGMA), held on November 16, 2024, at the Inspire Arena in Unseo-dong, Jung-gu, Incheon, showcased the best talents in the music industry, culminating in a night filled with celebration and recognition. Among the highlights of the event, NewJeans was honored with the prestigious Best Artist Award.

During their acceptance speech, the members of NewJeans expressed heartfelt gratitude: “We are immensely thankful to everyone who loves, supports, and stands by us. It is because of you that we have reached this remarkable milestone and can enjoy these extraordinary moments. Our gratitude also extends to all the staff members who assist us tirelessly, CEO Min Hee-jin, and our dedicated fans, Bunnies, who came to cheer for us.”

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They further emphasized their appreciation for CEO Min Hee-jin, stating, “We always feel protected by you. We look forward to continuing this journey together for a very long time.”

Event Overview

Organized by the KGMA Organizing Committee and hosted by Ilgan Sports (Edaily M), the 2024 KGMA celebrates a wide array of musical genres, including K-pop, trot, and band performances, over a two-day event held on November 16th and 17th at the same venue.

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