2024 Circle Chart Music Awards: Big Night for NCT Dream, SEVENTEEN, and BTS's Jungkook!
The 2024 Circle Chart Music Awards, held on January 10th, 2024, saw a dazzling night of celebration and recognition for the top artists in Korean music. While many talented acts walked away with trophies, NCT Dream, SEVENTEEN, and BTS's Jungkook emerged as the true kings of the night, each taking home three awards.
NCT Dream reigned supreme, claiming the coveted Digital Album of the Year award for their powerhouse album "ISTJ." Additionally, they were crowned both Artist of the Year (Album) and World K-pop Star, solidifying their global influence and chart dominance.
SEVENTEEN, known for their intricate choreography and dynamic stage presence, were awarded Artist of the Year (Album) for their expansive album "Seventeen Heaven." They also secured the Retail Album of the Year trophy and the KiT Album of the Year award, showcasing their versatility and appeal across distribution channels.
BTS's Jungkook, venturing into solo territory with his recent release "GOLDEN," proved his star power by winning Artist of the Year (Digital), Artist of the Year (Global Streaming), and Artist of the Year (Album). His collaboration with Latto on "Seven" was another highlight of the night, solidifying his musical prowess and international reach.
Other notable wins included (G)I-DLE's "Queencard" and IVE's "I AM" claiming the top spots in the Artist of the Year (Digital) and Artist of the Year (Global Streaming) categories, respectively. BLACKPINK's Jisoo's solo debut with "FLOWER" earned her Artist of the Year (Global Streaming) recognition, further demonstrating the group's individual talent and star power.
Beyond the big awards, the night saw diverse acts recognised across various categories. Genre of the Year (Trot) went to Lee Chan-won for his soulful ballad "Wish Lanterns," while Charlie Puth's infectious tune "Dangerously" clinched Song of the Year in International Pop.
The Circle Chart Music Awards showcased the vibrant tapestry of Korean music, recognising established stars and shining a light on rising talents. With a focus on both digital and physical sales, the awards provided a comprehensive picture of the industry's landscape. As the year unfolds, it will be exciting to see how these talented artists continue to push boundaries and shape the future of K-pop.
The full winners list:
Digital Album of the Year (Daesang):
- NCT DREAM
Artist of the Year (Album):
- BTS’s Jungkook’s “GOLDEN”
- NCT DREAM’s “ISTJ”
- SEVENTEEN’s “SEVENTEENTH HEAVEN”
- Stray Kids’ “★★★★★ (5-STAR)”
- TXT’s “The Name Chapter: TEMPTATION”
Artist of the Year (Digital)
- (G)I-DLE’s “Queencard”
- IVE’s “I AM”
- BTS’s Jungkook’s “Seven” (featuring Latto)
- LE SSERAFIM’s “UNFORGIVEN” (featuring Nile Rodgers)
- NewJeans’ “Ditto”
Artist of the Year (Global Streaming):
- (G)I-DLE’s “Queencard”
- IVE’s “I AM”
- BLACKPINK’s Jisoo’s “FLOWER”
- BTS’s Jungkook’s “Seven” (featuring Latto)
- NewJeans’ “Super Shy”
Artist of the Year (Unique Listeners)
- aespa’s “Spicy”
- (G)I-DLE’s “Queencard”
- IVE’s “I AM”
- LE SSERAFIM’s “UNFORGIVEN” (featuring Nile Rodgers)
- NewJeans’ “Ditto”
Rookie of the Year (Global Streaming):
- BABYMONSTER’s “BATTER UP”
Rookie of the Year (Unique Listeners):
- RIIZE’s “Get A Guitar”
Rookie of the Year (Album):
- ZEROBASEONE’s “YOUTH IN THE SHADE”
Retail Album of the Year:
- SEVENTEEN’s “FML”
KiT Album of the Year:
- SEVENTEEN
Music Steady Seller of the Year:
- NewJeans’ “Hype Boy”
New Icon of the Year:
- MAMAMOO’s Hwasa, STAYC”
V Coloring of the Year:
- AKMU
New Artist of the Next Generation:
- KISS OF LIFE, NiziU
World K-Pop Star:
- NCT DREAM
Social Hot Star of the Year:
- BLACKPINK
VIAJE Global Popularity Award:
- ZEROBASEONE’s Zhang Hao
MuBeat Global Choice Award (Male):
- Lim Young Woong
MuBeat Global Choice Award (Female):
- NiziU
Busan Is Good Award:
- AKMU, KyoungSeo
Genre of the Year (Ballad):
- Parc Jae Jung’s “Let’s Say Goodbye”
Genre of the Year (Trot):
- Lee Chan Won’s “Wish Lanterns”
Genre of the Year (J-Pop):
- imase’s “Night Dancer”
Song of the Year in International Pop:
- Charlie Puth’s “Dangerously”
Composer of the Year:
- 250
Lyricist of the Year:
- Gigi
Performance Director of the Year:
- Park So Yeon
Visual Director of the Year:
- Kim Hye-Soo
Musical Instrument Performer of the Year:
- Hareem
Chorus Performer of the Year:
- Perrie
