2024 MAMA Awards: Must-Know Details on Nominees, Tickets, Voting, Performers & Predictions

The 2024 MAMA Awards are fast approaching, and this year’s event promises to be one of the most exciting in K-pop history. For the first time ever, the show will take place across two countries—beginning in Los Angeles, USA, and concluding with two nights in Osaka, Japan. 

 

 

From star-studded performances to nail-biting voting, here’s everything you need to know about the 2024 MAMA Awards, including how to get tickets, vote for your favorite artists, and see who is nominated for the top awards.

 

 

 

1. When and Where: Event Dates & Locations

The 2024 MAMA Awards will take place over three days and two locations:

 

💠November 21, 2024: Dolby Theatre, Los Angeles, USA
💠November 22-23, 2024: Kyocera Dome, Osaka, Japan

This year’s theme is "BIG BLUR: What is Real?" This concept highlights the ever-growing fusion of different industries, cultures, music genres, and technologies, promising fans a breathtaking blend of performances and stunning visuals.

 

 

2. Nominees for the 2024 MAMA Awards

Some of the biggest names in K-pop, along with rising stars, will compete for the coveted awards. Here’s a breakdown of the major categories and nominees:

 

Artist of the Year (the grand prize👑)

▪️ (G)I-DLE
▪️ aespa
▪️ ENHYPEN
▪️ IU
▪️ IVE
▪️ JENNIE
▪️ Jung Kook
▪️ NCT DREAM
▪️ NewJeans
▪️ SEVENTEEN
▪️ Stray Kids
▪️ TOMORROW X TOGETHER
▪️ TWICE

 

Song of the Year (the grand prize👑)

▪️ aespa – Supernova
▪️ (G)I-DLE – Fate
▪️ IVE – Baddie
▪️ JENNIE – You & Me
▪️ Jung Kook – Standing Next to You
▪️ LE SSERAFIM – Crazy
▪️ Stray Kids – LALALALA

 

Album of the Year (the grand prize👑)

▪️ aespa – Armageddon
▪️ ENHYPEN – Romance: Untold
▪️ IVE – I've Mine
▪️ Jung Kook – Golden
▪️ SEVENTEEN – Seventeenth Heaven
▪️ Stray Kids – Rock-Star

 

Best New Male Artist

▪️ 82MAJOR
▪️ ALL(H)OURS
▪️ AMPERS&ONE
▪️ NCT WISH
▪️ NOWADAYS
▪️ TWS

 

Best New Female Artist

▪️ BABYMONSTER
▪️ ILLIT
▪️ MEOVV
▪️ QWER
▪️ UNIS
▪️ YOUNG POSSE

These are just a few of the many talented artists competing across a wide range of categories, with fan-favorite groups and solo acts battling for the top honors.

 

 

3. How to Vote for the 2024 MAMA Awards

 

Fan voting is one of the most anticipated aspects of the MAMA Awards, where fans can actively participate and support their favorite artists. The Fans’ Choice awards rely heavily on global fan participation, with the voting taking place across two platforms:

 

💠Mnet Plus Platform
💠X (formerly known as Twitter)

Voting Rounds:

💠Round 1: October 14 to October 25, 2024
💠Round 2: November 1 to November 15, 2024

For categories like Fans’ Choice Male Artist and Fans’ Choice Female Artist, voting will continue up until the event day. Don’t miss your chance to have a say in which artist takes home the fan-driven awards!

🔥Mnet_mama Ofiicial Instagram

 

 

4. 2024 MAMA Performers: First Lineup Announced!

With two separate stages in different countries, the performer lineup for the MAMA Awards is absolutely stacked. Here are the performers confirmed for the two shows:

 

November 21 – USA Performance Lineup
▪️ J.Y. Park: The legendary founder of JYP Entertainment will bring his iconic style to the MAMA stage.
▪️ RIIZE: Rising stars set to make a splash with their dynamic performance.
▪️ TWS: Fresh off their breakout year, this group promises an unforgettable stage.
▪️ ILLIT: Nominated in multiple categories, ILLIT will also make their U.S. debut performance.
▪️ KATSEYE: A global girl group under HYBE America that has captivated international fans.

November 22 – Japan Performance Lineup
▪️ TOMORROW X TOGETHER: One of K-pop’s top groups known for their powerful performances.
▪️ ENHYPEN: The boys of ENHYPEN will showcase their unparalleled energy in Osaka.
▪️ IVE: Coming off the success of their recent album, IVE is sure to dominate the stage.
▪️ TREASURE: YG Entertainment’s boy group is back with an electrifying performance.
▪️ ME
: This Japanese girl group adds local flavor to the MAMA Awards in Osaka.

November 23 – Japan Performance Lineup
▪️ aespa: The global sensation aespa is expected to deliver a show-stopping performance.
▪️ Lee Young Ji: The rapper and variety show star will bring her unique style to the stage.
▪️ ZEROBASEONE: A group with a growing fanbase set to make waves at the MAMA Awards.
▪️ INI: Another Japanese boy band taking the stage in their home country.
▪️ MEOVV: This rising girl group will close out the Japan leg of the 2024 MAMA Awards.

 

5. How to Get Tickets

If you’re lucky enough to be in either Los Angeles or Osaka, you might want to experience the MAMA Awards live. Here’s how you can get your hands on tickets:

 

Los Angeles (Dolby Theatre):
💠Ticket Sales Start: October 22, 2024, at 4:00 PM PST
💠Event Date: November 21, 2024
💠Location: Dolby Theatre, Hollywood, CA

Osaka (Kyocera Dome):
💠Ticket Sales: Currently, tickets for both nights in Japan are listed as unavailable, but fans can join the waiting list to be notified once tickets become available.
💠Event Dates: November 22-23, 2024
💠Location: Kyocera Dome, Osaka, Japan

Keep an eye on the official MAMA Awards website and ticketing platforms for updates on ticket availability.

 

 

6. Fans’ Predictions and Exciting Race for 2024 MAMA Awards

Every year, MAMA Awards stir up conversations and fan predictions, and 2024 is no different. With new voting rules and categories like Best Choreography being introduced, the competition is tighter than ever. Fans are already buzzing with excitement about who will take home the top awards.

 

Hot Picks for 2024:

🔥Song of the Year: aespa’s Supernova is the front-runner, with stiff competition from (G)I-DLE’s Fate and ILLIT’s Magnetic.

 

🔥Album of the Year: SEVENTEEN’s Seventeenth Heaven and JungKook’s Golden are the most likely contenders for this prestigious award.

 

 

🔥Best New Female Artist: Many fans are rooting for BABYMONSTER or ILLIT to take the prize.

 

 

🔥Artist of the Year: SEVENTEEN is predicted to take home the biggest prize of the night, but aespa and JungKook are also strong contenders.

 

This year’s voting process has introduced more weight to the judges’ evaluation, accounting for 40% of the final vote in several key categories. This shift has left many fans speculating about potential surprises, making predictions even harder to call.

 

 

7. How to Watch the 2024 MAMA Awards

Whether you’re in Asia or halfway across the world, you can catch all the action from the 2024 MAMA Awards. The event will be streamed live across multiple platforms:

 

💠Worldwide: Available on YouTube via Mnet’s official channels (Mnet K-Pop, Mnet TV, M2, and KCON Official)
💠Korea: Mnet and TVING
💠Japan: Mnet Japan and Mnet Smart+
💠Other regions: tvN Asia (for Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Indonesia, and more)

Don’t miss out on the most exciting night of the year in K-pop, as fans across the globe tune in to watch their favorite artists perform, win awards, and make history.

 

By following this comprehensive guide, you’ll be fully prepared to enjoy the 2024 MAMA Awards whether you’re voting, attending in person, or watching from home! Let the countdown begin to K-pop’s biggest night.

 

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