Golden Disc Awards 2nd Lineup: ATEEZ, Stray Kids, IVE

The 40th Golden Disc Awards secretariat officially announced its second performer lineup on November 27, 2025, raising excitement for one of the most anticipated year-end music awards. The newly confirmed artists include ATEEZ, Stray Kids, ZEROBASEONE, LE SSERAFIM, IVE, BOYNEXTDOOR, and TWS. These groups will join the star-studded K-pop lineup at the Fukuoka PayPay Dome in Japan on January 4 and 5, 2026.

A Star-Studded K-Pop Lineup Takes the Stage

The announcement brings together some of the most influential names in K-pop, from global chart-toppers to monster rookies. Each group has demonstrated significant impact over the past year, earning them nominations in major categories and a coveted spot on the performance roster for the prestigious Golden Disc Awards.

Returning Champions and Performance Kings

This year’s ceremony marks a significant return for several groups. ATEEZ, known as “performance kings,” will make their first appearance at the Golden Disc Awards in six years. The group is nominated for both the Digital Song Bonsang and the Album Bonsang, showcasing their versatile success. Global K-pop leaders Stray Kids are also set to attend, nominated for the Album Bonsang. Having won this award for four consecutive years, all eyes are on them to see if they can secure a fifth straight win. Meanwhile, “chart queens” IVE, who previously won both the Rookie of the Year award and the Digital Song Daesang at the 37th awards, return with nominations in both the digital and album categories.

Rising Stars and Rookie Contenders

The lineup also shines a spotlight on the industry’s rising talents. “Global mega rookies” ZEROBASEONE are nominated for both the Rookie Artist of the Year and the Album Bonsang, aiming for a rookie award “Grand Slam.” Fellow rookie contenders BOYNEXTDOOR, recognized for their unique “easy listening” style, and TWS, praised as “refreshing icons,” are also nominated for Rookie Artist of the Year and are expected to deliver memorable debut stages at the music awards.

Powerful Debuts at the Golden Disc Awards

Making their much-anticipated first-ever appearance at the Golden Disc Awards is LE SSERAFIM. Hailed for their powerful performances, the group has secured nominations for both the Digital Song and Album Bonsang, proving their remarkable growth and popularity since their debut. Their stage is expected to be a major highlight of the event.

Event Details and Broadcast Information

The ’40th Golden Disc Awards with Mandiri,’ hosted by HLL Joongang and sponsored by Mandiri, is set to be a spectacular two-day event. The ceremony will be broadcast live on JTBC2 and JTBC4, with a delayed broadcast scheduled on JTBC. Fans worldwide are eagerly awaiting the incredible performances and to see who will take home the top honors at this celebrated awards show.

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