Sweeping Multiple Categories, Including Best Asian Artist and Album of the Year

Courtesy of Pledis Entertainment

Seventeen, the K-pop boy group, secured six awards at the 38th Japan Gold Disc Awards, as announced by the Record Industry Association of Japan on Tuesday. The annual awards, established in 1987, recognize outstanding achievements in the music industry based on net sales of CDs, music videos, singles, downloads, and streaming. 

▲ Seventeen / Courtesy of Pledis EntertainmentThis year, Seventeen claimed the prestigious Best Asian Artist award for the first time since its debut. Their 10th EP, "FML," earned Album of the Year, while the group achieved a historic feat by winning all three Best 3 Albums awards for "FML," their 11th EP "Seventeenth Heaven," and the Japanese album "Always Yours." The group also received the Music Video of the Year accolade for "Seventeenth World Tour [Be The Sun] Japan."

Expressing gratitude in a press release, Seventeen attributed their success to their devoted fan base, known as Carat, and all music enthusiasts who appreciate their work. The group pledged to continue delivering exceptional music in the future.

▲ Le Sserafim / Courtesy of Source Music

Le Sserafim, another K-pop act, took home New Artist of the Year and Best 3 New Artists, joining two other groups, NewJeans and Riize, in this recognition. Le Sserafim made their official debut in Japan with the single "Fearless" in January of the previous year.

In their response, Le Sserafim expressed gratitude for the awards, which they considered a once-in-a-lifetime achievement. They extended thanks to their fanbase, Fearnot, and everyone supporting their music, promising to continue sharing songs with meaningful stories.

▲ NewJeans / Courtesy Ador

NewJeans, yet to debut in Japan, received the Song of the Year by Streaming award for "OMG." The group conveyed their appreciation for the audience's enjoyment of the song, expressing a commitment to delivering improved music in the future.

 

▲ Jungkook / Courtesy of Big Hit MusicJungkook, a member of the globally renowned BTS, received the Song of the Year by Download (Asia) for his solo single "Seven (featuring Latto)."

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