The 2026 American Music Awards reveal the K-pop nominations

The 2026 American Music Awards (AMAs) have officially revealed this year’s nominees!

On April 14 (local time), the AMAs announced its nominations, which were determined based on key fan interactions including streaming, sales, radio airplay, and tour grosses. The data was tracked by Billboard and Luminate from March 21, 2025, through March 26, 2026.

Check out the nominations below:

• BTS
  • Artist of the Year
  • Song of the Summer ("SWIM")
  • Best Male K-Pop Artist
• Tame Impala & Jennie (BLACKPINK)
  • Song of the Summer ("Dracula" remix)
• 'KPop Demon Hunters'
  • Best Soundtrack
• "Golden" (EJAE, Audrey Nuna, Rei Ami)
  • Song of the Year
  • Best Pop Song
  • Best Vocal Performances
• KATSEYE
  • New Artist of the Year
  • Best Music Video ("Gnarly")
  • Breakthrough Pop Artist

For other related categories:

• Best Male K-Pop Artist Nominees
  • ATEEZ
  • BTS
  • ENHYPEN
  • Stray Kids
  • TXT
• Best Female K-Pop Artist Nominees
  • aespa
  • BLACKPINK
  • ILLIT
  • LE SSERAFIM
  • TWICE

Winners will be decided entirely by fan voting. Voting is open through May 8 at 11:59 PM PT via the AMA's official website and Instagram.

The 2026 AMAs will air live from Las Vegas on May 25 at 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT.