NewJeans, LE SSERAFIM, and ZEROBASEONE Set to Perform at 39th Golden Disc Awards as NewJeans Proceeds with Activities Post Contract Termination

Exciting Performances Announced for the 39th Golden Disc Awards

On December 3, the Golden Disc Awards committee unveiled a star-studded lineup for the prestigious event set to take place on January 4 and 5, 2025. Fans can look forward to performances from renowned acts such as NewJeans, LE SSERAFIM, BIBI, Crush, KISS OF LIFE, TWS—the new group from Project 7—and (G)I-DLE on January 4. The following day will showcase NCT WISH, ZEROBASEONE, and TXT, promising an unforgettable celebration of K-pop talent.

Highlights from January 4 Performers

NewJeans will make their much-anticipated appearance at the awards for the third consecutive year. After winning the Digital Song Daesang and a Bonsang for their hit “Ditto” last year, the group has set remarkable records, including a sold-out fan meeting at Tokyo Dome. They recently became the first K-pop girl group to perform at Japan’s prestigious year-end festival, Countdown Japan 24/25, and will kick off 2025 with a special stage at the Golden Disc Awards.

LE SSERAFIM, also returning for their third year, is set to deliver a captivating special performance. Their chart-topping hit “EASY”recently surpassed 100 million views on YouTube and claimed the top spot on the Oricon Daily Album Ranking, solidifying their influence across Korea and Japan. Their recent appearance at Kōhaku Uta Gassen has only heightened excitement for their Golden Disc performance.

Making her Golden Disc Awards debut, BIBI is set to dazzle the audience. Following the success of her February release, “BIBI Vengeance,” which dominated charts for several weeks, she has garnered a nomination for the Digital Song Bonsang. Notably, BIBI recently earned the title of Best New Actress at the 60th Baeksang Arts Awards for her role in the film *Hwaran*, highlighting her multifaceted talents.

Acclaimed for his contributions to soundtracks, Crush returns to the stage after a long absence. His emotional track “I’m Sorry, I Hate You, I Love You,” featured in the tvN drama *Queen of Tears*, has achieved extensive streaming success. As the only solo male artist in this year’s lineup, Crush previously won Best R&B/Soul at the Golden Disc Awards in 2016, making his comeback highly anticipated.

Newcomers KISS OF LIFE will also make their Golden Disc Awards debut. Known for their electrifying live performances and their summer anthem “Sticky,” they are eager to capture the audience’s attention with their engaging stage presence.

Fresh from their debut this January with “The First Meeting Doesn’t Go As Planned,”TWS will present their infectious energy at the awards. Following chart success with songs like “If I’m S, Can You Be My N?” and “Last Festival,” they have gained traction at major music festivals in Japan, promising a vibrant and memorable performance.

Additionally, the debut group from Project 7, marking their first public appearance, will have a special moment to introduce themselves to fans. Last but not least, (G)I-DLE returns to the stage, boasting an impressive track record with hits like “TOMBOY” and “Queencard.”Their album “2,”featuring the viral sensation “Fate,” has secured nominations for both Digital Song and Album Bonsang this year.

Notable Performers for January 5

NCT WISH will make their Golden Disc Awards debut, promising a memorable performance. Since their February debut, they have quickly gained popularity with tracks such as “WISH,” “Songbird,” and “Steady.” Their latest single “Steady” achieved a staggering 800,000 pre-orders and led to their first win on *Music Bank*.

Returning for their second consecutive year, ZEROBASEONE is poised for a strong comeback after winning Rookie of the Year and Album Bonsang at last year’s awards. Nominated again for their track “You Had Me at HELLO,” the group has released two mini albums this year and embarked on a successful overseas tour, gaining significant popularity, especially in Japan, where their latest single hit half a million sales within a week.

Excitement builds for TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT), who are recognized for their remarkable global presence. Their recent mini-album “The Star Chapter: Sanctuary” charted on the Billboard 200 for two successive weeks, and the group received multiple awards at the last Golden Disc Awards, including a Bonsang and the Fans’ Choice with Mandiri.

Important Event Information

The Golden Disc Awards committee has announced the nominees for key categories, including Digital Song, Album, and Rookie Artist of the Year. Below are the nominees:

Digital Song Division Bonsang (Main Award)

aespa – “Supernova”

BABYMONSTER – “SHEESH”

BIBI – “Bam Yang Gang”

DAY6 – “Welcome to the Show”

(G)I-DLE – “Fate”

ILLIT – “Magnetic”

IU – “Love wins all”

IVE – “HEY”

KISS OF LIFE – “Sticky”

LE SSERAFIM – “EASY”

Lee Mu Jin – “The Episode”

Lee Young Ji – “Small girl (feat. D.O.)”

Lim Jae Hyun – “Rhapsody of Sadness”

NewJeans – “How Sweet”

QWER – “T.B.H”

RIIZE – “Love 119”

Taeyeon – “To. X”

TWS – “plot twist”

VIVIZ – “MANIAC”

Zico – “SPOT! (feat. Jennie)”

Album Division Bonsang (Main Award)

aespa – “Armageddon”

ATEEZ – “THE WORLD EP.FIN: WILL”

BABYMONSTER – “DRIP”

Baekhyun – “Hello, World”

BOYNEXTDOOR – “19.99”

ENHYPEN – “ROMANCE: UNTOLD”

(G)I-DLE – “2”

IVE – “IVE SWITCH”

NCT 127 – “WALK”

NCT DREAM – “DREAM()SCAPE”

NCT WISH – “Steady”

NMIXX – “Fe3O4: BREAK”

PLAVE – “ASTERUM: 134-1”

RIIZE – “RIIZING”

SEVENTEEN – “SPILL THE FEELS”

Stray Kids – “ATE”

TWICE – “With YOU-th”

TXT – “The Star Chapter: SANCTUARY”

Yuqi – “YUQ1”

ZEROBASEONE – “You had me at HELLO”

Rookie Artist of the Year

ALL(H)OURS

AMPERS&ONE

BABY MONSTER

YOU

NCT WISH

NEXZ

NOWADAYS

ONE PACT

TWS

UNITED

Scheduled at the Fukuoka PayPay Dome in Japan, the 39th Golden Disc Awards will unfold across two days, focusing on Digital Song Awards on January 4 and Album Awards on January 5. Following this initial lineup announcement, a second set of performers will be revealed on December 9.

The event will be broadcast live on JTBC2 and JTBC4 at 6 PM (KST) on both days, with a delayed broadcast airing on JTBC at midnight.

For further details, refer to the sources: Daum, Soompi.

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