Gaon Chart Music Awards (Venue varies annually)
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A prestigious annual K-pop awards ceremony honoring achievements based on Gaon Chart data.
The Gaon Chart Music Awards is one of South Korea's major annual music awards ceremonies, organized by the Korea Music Content Association (KMCA) based on the commercial performance of songs and albums on the Gaon Music Chart. While its venue varies each year (often held in large arenas like Jamsil Arena or Gocheok Sky Dome), it is a crucial event for the K-pop industry. Top groups like BTS, EXO, BLACKPINK, TWICE, Red Velvet, NCT, SEVENTEEN, TXT, Stray Kids, ITZY, and (G)I-DLE have graced its stage, receiving prestigious awards and delivering spectacular performances. The awards celebrate not only artistic achievement but also commercial success, making it a significant barometer of an idol group's popularity. For K-pop fans, attending or watching the Gaon Chart Music Awards is an opportunity to witness their idols being recognized and performing live on a grand stage, marking important milestones in their careers.
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(G)I-DLE
- Activity: Worldwide Rookie & Unique Concepts
(G)I-DLE has received 'Worldwide Rookie' awards and been recognized for their unique self-produced music and powerful stages.
BLACKPINK
- Activity: Global K-pop Awards & Style
BLACKPINK has been recognized with significant awards, making a statement with their unique style and impactful performances.
BTS
- Activity: Award Wins & Performances
BTS has received numerous major awards at the Gaon Chart Music Awards and delivered iconic performances, solidifying their status as global leaders in K-pop.
EXO
- Activity: Multiple Awards & Stage Presence
EXO has consistently won multiple awards at Gaon, showcasing their enduring popularity and delivering powerful stage performances.
ITZY
- Activity: Rookie of the Year & Trendy Performances
ITZY has been awarded 'Rookie of the Year' and impressed with their trendy and energetic performances, solidifying their impact as a fresh girl group.
NCT
- Activity: Worldwide K-pop Artist & Album Awards
NCT has been recognized with awards for 'Worldwide K-pop Artist' and album sales, demonstrating their growing global influence.
Red Velvet
- Activity: Song of the Year & Performance
Red Velvet has received 'Song of the Year' accolades for their innovative music and delivered captivating performances at the awards.
SEVENTEEN
- Activity: Hot Performance & Album Awards
SEVENTEEN has won multiple album awards and delivered 'hot' performances, celebrated for their synchronized choreography and self-produced music.
Stray Kids
- Activity: World Rookie & Global Performance
Stray Kids has been honored with 'World Rookie' awards and showcased their dynamic global performances at the Gaon Chart Music Awards.
TWICE
- Activity: Artist of the Year & Chart Toppers
TWICE has celebrated many 'Artist of the Year' awards (Digital/Physical Album) at the Gaon Chart Music Awards, reflecting their chart-topping success.
TXT
- Activity: Rookie of the Year & Rising Star
TXT has received 'Rookie of the Year' awards and other recognitions, establishing themselves as a prominent rising force in K-pop.
