As the prestigious 2024 GRAMMY Awards are coming up, the K-pop scene is abuzz with excitement. Official submissions for certain categories were announced, and the list of K-pop acts who submitted their work is impressive. Leading the charge are renowned groups like BTS, Stray Kids, TWICE, and TXT.
"FACE" by #JIMIN has been submitted for Grammy consideration.
Jimin's debut album was entirely self-written, showing that his artistic sensibility goes beyond what he fantastically delivers as a dancer and singer.
Critically acclaimed, the most listened to K-pop album of 2023… pic.twitter.com/HT24ulo4c4
— Park Jimin Charts (@chartspjm) October 6, 2023
BTS is going for a GRAMMY
Interestingly, individual BTS members didn’t just rest on the group‘s laurels. They submitted their solo work, adding to the anticipation. Given the success of their recent endeavors, this move isn’t surprising. Numerous esteemed K-pop groups have also submitted their works, all aiming for the industry’s first-ever GRAMMY win. While no K-pop act has won a GRAMMY yet, hope is very much alive this year, especially considering the genre’s global popularity.
BTS members showcased their diverse talents in their submissions. Jin entered “The Astronaut” in the Pop Solo Performance and Music Video categories. RM‘s Indigo album targets the Pop Vocal Album category, while “Wild Flower” aims for Pop Duo/Group Performance and Music Video. SUGA, for his part, has his sights set on the Rap Album category with D-DAY.
j-hope’s “On the Street” is up for Pop Duo/Group Performance and Music Video. Jimin‘s FACE is submitted for Pop Vocal Album, with “Like Crazy” vying for ROTY, SOTY, Pop Solo Performance, and Music Video. V‘s Layover album is up for Pop Vocal Album, and “Slow Dancing” for Pop Solo Performance and Music Video. Lastly, Jungkook‘s “Seven” seeks nominations in ROTY, SOTY, Pop Duo/Group Performance, and Music Video.
TXT Tomorrow X Together poster For Your Grammy® Consideration pic.twitter.com/ISuLSn2fNo
— Creative Disc (@CreativeDisc) October 11, 2023
Also in the mix
Girl group TWICE is also in the mix. Their Ready to Be is up for Album of the Year and Pop Vocal Album, while “Set Me Free” competes in ROTY, SOTY, Pop Duo/Group Performance, and Music Video. TXT‘s “Back For More” aims for Pop Duo/Group Performance, and their “Sugar Rush Ride” music video is also in contention. Their documentary Our Lost Summer is a submission for the Music Film category.
Newcomer aespa aims for the coveted Best New Artist award. Stray Kids, another powerhouse act, is in the race for Best New Artist. Their ★★★★★ (Five Star) is submitted for Album of the Year and Pop Vocal Album, with “S-Class” competing in ROTY, SOTY, Pop Duo/Group Performance, and Music Video.
These GRAMMY submissions mark a significant step in K-pop‘s journey for global recognition. It’s a testament to the artists’ determination to make a mark on the international music scene. – K-Pop News Writer
Featured Image: A lot of K-pop acts are hoping to earn GRAMMY nominations. Source: CNET.