Vote For Your Star: The 34th Seoul Music Awards Official Voting Begins https://www.mk.co.kr/news/hot-issues/11272156 The Seoul Music Awards, one of South Korea's most prestigious music award ceremonies, has officially launched its voting process for the 34th annual event. Established in 1990, the Seoul Music Awards has played a significant role in elevating the global presence of K-POP, celebrating outstanding achievements in the industry each year. On March 24, the Seoul Music Awards Organizing Committee announced the commencement of mobile voting, inviting K-POP fans worldwide to participate in selecting the winners for this year’s ceremony. The highly anticipated event is set to take place on June 21 at Inspire Arena, where artists, industry professionals, and fans will gather to celebrate the best in K-POP. With fierce competition expected across multiple categories, fan engagement will play a crucial role in determining the winners. Voting Platforms and Categories https://www.sportsseoul.com/news/read/1502782?ref=naver Fans can cast their votes through the official voting app K-POP SEOUL, as well as affiliated platforms MyOnePick and Fandom Chart. The voting process began alongside the announcement of nominees in several key categories, including: Main Award (Bonsang) Rookie Award Popularity Award Hallyu Special Award Particularly, three major categories will be determined entirely by fan votes, drawing immense attention from global K-POP enthusiasts: Popularity Award – Based on domestic voting Hallyu Special Award – Based on international voting K-POP SEOUL CHOICE Group/Solo – A category highlighting fan-favorite groups and solo artists With dedicated fandoms mobilizing support for their favorite artists, the competition is expected to be intense throughout the voting period. https://www.seoulmusicawards.com/page/board-view?newslist=2 Voting Schedule and Nomination Criteria The voting process is divided into two rounds: First Round: March 24 (12:00 p.m.) – April 12 (11:59 p.m.) Second Round: April 21 (12:00 p.m.) – May 10 (11:59 p.m.) The final results will be revealed on the day of the awards ceremony. Nominees for the Seoul Music Awards are selected based on album and song releases from January 2024 to March 2025, as tracked by Circle Chart. This ensures that artists who have made significant contributions to K-POP over the past year receive recognition for their work. https://www.seoulmusicawards.com/page/board-view?newslist=2 The Rising Star Category: A Platform for Emerging Idols One of the most exciting aspects of this year’s awards is the Rising Star category, designed to provide stage opportunities for artists affiliated with small and mid-sized entertainment agencies. Open to idol groups that debuted between January 2022 and December 2024, the category is already witnessing fierce competition. The selection process for the Rising Star category consists of multiple rounds: The first round, which began on February 24, featured 60 teams. After an intense preliminary round, 30 teams advanced to the next stage. By midnight on March 24, only 10 teams had secured a place in the final round. Currently, VVUP leads the rankings, followed closely by TNX, Fantasy Boys, and other promising new groups. The final round of voting for the Rising Star category is scheduled to take place from May 19 to June 1. The winner will be granted the extraordinary opportunity to perform live on the Seoul Music Awards stage, a milestone moment for any up-and-coming idol group. A Celebration of K-POP Excellence With each passing year, the Seoul Music Awards continues to solidify its reputation as a major event that honors the artistic and commercial success of K-POP artists. By integrating fan participation into the decision-making process, the awards ceremony strengthens the bond between artists and their supporters. As the countdown to the 34th Seoul Music Awards begins, global K-POP fans eagerly await the announcement of this year’s winners, ready to support their favorite stars in achieving well-deserved recognition. Whether through voting for top-tier artists or cheering on rising talents, the 34th Seoul Music Awards promises to be a night of celebration, showcasing the very best of South Korea’s music industry. #SeoulMusicAwards #KPOP #SMA2024 #VoteForYourStar #KPOPSEOUL #KPOPVote #Hallyu #KoreanMusic #KPOPFans #IdolGroups #RookieAward #MainAward #PopularityAward #HallyuSpecialAward #KPOPSEOULCHOICE #FandomPower #GlobalKPOP #CircleChart #InspireArena #RisingStar #KPOPNewcomers #MusicAwards #KPOPSupport #KPOPCommunity #FanVoting #SupportYourIdol #KPOPStage #SMA34th #KPOPEvent #MusicFestival #VoteNow All rights reserved Stay14 Bespoke
