Taylor Swift Leads MTV EMA Nominations For Second Year Running
(Press Release)
BINI, ILLIT, MAHALINI, MASDO, AND SAKURAZAKA46 NOMINATED FOR "BEST ASIA ACT"
As Voting Opens, Ariana Grande, Billie Eilish, Charli xcx, and Sabrina Carpenter Also Among Top Contenders Overall
LONDON / MANCHESTER – MTV today revealed nominations for the 2024 MTV EMAs. Taylor Swift leads the pack with seven nods, including “Best Artist,” “Best Video,” “Best Pop” and “Biggest Fans.” Ariana Grande, Billie Eilish, Charli xcx and Sabrina Carpenter all scored five nominations each, appearing in categories such as “Best Song,” “Best Video” and “Best Artist.” Closely following with four nominations each are Ayra Starr, Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar, LISA, plus first-time nominees Chappell Roan and Tyla.
In the “Best Asia Act” category, the nominees are BINI from Indonesia, ILLIT from South Korea, Mahalini from Indonesia, MASDO from Malaysia, and Sakurazaka46 from Japan.
Nineteen nominees have the chance to score their first ever MTV EMA at this year’s show, including: Kehlani and Tinashe in the “Best R&B” category, Disclosure and Fred Again.. for “Best Electronic,” Fontaines D.C. for “Best Alternative,” The Last Dinner Party for “Best New” and BTS’ Jimin for “Best K-Pop,” which marks his first nomination as a solo artist.
Elsewhere, MTV Push’s finest battle it out in the “Best Push” category, which features Flyana Boss, Laufey, Shaboozey, The Warning, Victoria Monét, as well as LE SSERAFIM and Teddy Swims, who are also up for “Best New.”
Superstars from around the world also dominate the “Best Collaboration” category, which sees nods for Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars; Future, Metro Boomin and Kendrick Lamar; LISA and Rosalía; Peso Pluma and Anitta; Charli xcx and Billie Eilish, plus Taylor Swift and Post Malone.
From today, fans can vote for their favorites across categories at www.mtvema.com until 6:00AM SGT on November 6. The winner of the “Best Video” category will be chosen by MTV. The “Biggest Fans” winners will be voted for at a later date on social via @MTVEMA.
Manchester’s Co-op Live is the official venue for the 2024 MTV EMAs. Now in its 30th year, this is the first time ever that music’s biggest global celebration will be staged in the city, and also marks its epic return to the UK.
The 2024 MTV EMAs will broadcast live on MTV in more than 150 countries. In Southeast Asia, the show will be available on-demand in Singapore (on Singtel TV), Malaysia (on Astro via On Demand and Astro GO, and Catch Up on Unifi TV), and in Indonesia (on First Media and Indihome) from November 16. Additional airing dates are to be confirmed. Please check local listings.
The show will also be available in multiple international territories live on Pluto TV and on-demand on Paramount+ where the service is available.
More about the Best Asia Act nominees
BINI (Philippines)
Tagged as ‘The Nation’s Girl Group’ of the Philippines, BINI is composed of 8 members - Aiah, Colet, Gwen, Maloi, Stacey, Jhoanna, Mikha, and Sheena. Young and modern Filipinas, they aspire to share their talent and passion with the world. BINI is currently the Top Artist in the country, having claimed the #1 and #2 spot on Spotify PH, Apple Music PH, YouTube Music PH, iTunes PH, and Billboard PH for multiple weeks in a row with their viral hits 'Pantropiko' and 'Salamin, Salamin.' The EP containing these tracks, 'Talaarawan,' has been recognized as certified platinum. BINI has been heralded as one of Teen Vogue's '2024 Girl Groups to Watch' and have recently become the first ever Filipino act to grace the stage at K-CON LA in the US, performing their latest hit single 'Cherry On Top.'
ILLIT (South Korea)
ILLIT, consisting of five members – YUNAH, MINJU, MOKA, WONHEE and IROHA – is the first girl group from BELIFT LAB, formed in 2023 through the survival show 'R U Next?'. The name 'ILLIT' is the combination of the phrase ‘I will,’ representing an independent spirit and an adventurous will, and the pronoun ‘It,’ which stands to symbolize "something unique." The name highlights the five-piece act’s potential for infinite possibilities and the anticipation for what the future holds. Continuing their unprecedented upward trajectory as the standout rookies of the year in K-Pop, ILLIT scored their first entry on the Billboard Hot 100 just 22 days after the release of their debut album 'SUPER REAL ME,' the album’s lead single 'Magnetic' reaching No. 91 on the chart.
Mahalini (Indonesia)
Mahalini, an Indonesian singer born on March 4, 2000, in Denpasar, Bali, gained recognition through her participation in Indonesia Idol season 10, where she was eliminated in fifth place. After the competition, she signed with Hits Records and released her debut single, 'Melawan Restu,' which was well-received and earned her the Indonesian Music Award for 'New Artist of the Year.' Following this success, Mahalini released 'Sisa Rasa' (291 million streams on Spotify,) 'Sial' (340 million streams), and her latest single, 'Mati Matian,' which has topped music charts in Indonesia. Despite having a relatively small discography, Mahalini boasts the highest number of monthly listeners, indicating a strong and dedicated fan base. Her singles have accumulated nearly 1.7 billion streams on Spotify and 653 million views on YouTube.
MASDO (Malaysia)
MASDO was originally named 'The Lipstick' before changing to a name that better reflects their 60s pop music influence. The band is inspired by the late Allahyarham Tan Sri P. Ramlee, a legendary Malaysian film actor, director, singer, songwriter, composer, and producer, who is widely regarded as one of the most iconic and influential figures in the history of Malaysian entertainment. Drawing inspiration particularly from a scene in the movie 'Do Re Mi,' the band offers a distinctive sound and energy that captivates listeners. Band members include Ali Sariah (Aliff Fahmi bin Bahtiar, frontman), Putu Ceri (Ahmad Azanol Kusyairi bin Zainudin, bass player), and Asmawi (Muhammad Aizad Asymawi bin Mohd Ismail, guitarist). Their debut single, 'BUNGA,' released on October 15, 2016, garnered significant attention, while their second single, 'Dinda,' released on February 9, 2019, went viral on TikTok across Indonesia, amassing 52 million streams on Spotify alone.
Sakurazaka46 (Japan)
Since their reformation in 2020, Sakurazaka46 has captivated global audiences with their charisma and relentless creative pursuits. Their influence extends far beyond Japan, evidenced by the popularity of their international performances and significant awards, making them a prominent presence on the global music stage.
2024 MTV EMA NOMINATIONS
BEST SONG
Ariana Grande – we can’t be friends (wait for your love)
Benson Boone – Beautiful Things
Beyoncé – TEXAS HOLD ‘EM
Billie Eilish – BIRDS OF A FEATHER
Chappell Roan – Good Luck, Babe!
Sabrina Carpenter – Espresso
BEST VIDEO
Ariana Grande – we can’t be friends (wait for your love)
Charli xcx - 360
Eminem - Houdini
Kendrick Lamar – Not Like Us
LISA ft. Rosalía – NEW WOMAN
Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone - Fortnight
BEST ARTIST
Beyoncé
Billie Eilish
Post Malone
RAYE
Sabrina Carpenter
Taylor Swift
BEST COLLABORATION
Charli xcx & Billie Eilish – Guess featuring Billie Eilish
Future, Metro Boomin & Kendrick Lamar – Like That
Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars – Die With A Smile
LISA ft. Rosalía – NEW WOMAN
Peso Pluma, Anitta - BELLAKEO
Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone – Fortnight
BEST NEW
Ayra Starr
Benson Boone
Chappell Roan
LE SSERAFIM
Teddy Swims
The Last Dinner Party
Tyla
BEST POP
Ariana Grande
Billie Eilish
Camila Cabello
Charli xcx
Dua Lipa
Sabrina Carpenter
Taylor Swift
BEST AFROBEATS
Asake
Ayra Starr
Burna Boy
Rema
Tems
Tyla
BEST ROCK
Bon Jovi
Coldplay
Green Day
Kings of Leon
Lenny Kravitz
Liam Gallagher
The Killers
BEST LATIN
Anitta
Bad Bunny
KAROL G
Peso Pluma
Rauw Alejandro
Shakira
BEST K-POP
Jimin
Jung Kook
LE SSERAFIM
LISA
NewJeans
Stray Kids
BEST ALTERNATIVE
Fontaines D.C.
Hozier
Imagine Dragons
Lana Del Rey
Twenty One Pilots
YUNGBLUD
BEST ELECTRONIC
Calvin Harris
David Guetta
Disclosure
DJ Snake
Fred Again..
Swedish House Mafia
BEST HIP-HOP
Central Cee
Eminem
Kendrick Lamar
Megan Thee Stallion
Nicki Minaj
Travis Scott
BEST R&B
Kehlani
SZA
Tinashe
Tyla
USHER
Victoria Monét
BEST LIVE
Adele
Coldplay
Doja Cat
RAYE
Taylor Swift
Travis Scott
BEST PUSH
Ayra Starr
Chappell Roan
Coco Jones
Flyana Boss
Jessie Murph
Laufey
LE SSERAFIM
Mark Ambor
Shaboozey
Teddy Swims
The Warning
Victoria Monét
BIGGEST FANS
Anitta
Ariana Grande
Beyoncé
Billie Eilish
Chappell Roan
Charli xcx
Katy Perry
LISA
Nicki Minaj
Sabrina Carpenter
Shawn Mendes
Taylor Swift
BEST ASIA ACT
BINI
ILLIT
Mahalini
MASDO
Sakurazaka46
OTHER BEST REGIONAL ACT NOMINEES HERE