- Taylor Swift dominated the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards
- Filipino pop girl group BINI won Best Asia Act
- Other winners included Sabrina Carpenter, Ariana Grande, Eminem, and more
- Worldwide winners included artists from Africa, Australia, Canada, Latin America, and more
- Taylor Swift also won Best Live and Best US Act categories
American pop icon Taylor Swift took center stage at the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs) held in Manchester, United Kingdom on November 10. The event was broadcast live worldwide, showcasing a star-studded lineup and celebrating the best in music from around the globe.
Among the night’s big winners was Filipino pop girl group BINI, who made history by clinching the Best Asia Act award. This marked the first time that a Filipino act has received this prestigious recognition at the EMAs, solidifying BINI’s status as a rising force in the international music scene.
Taylor Swift’s dominance was evident throughout the evening, as she walked away with multiple awards, including Best Artist, Best Video for “Fortnight” featuring Post Malone, and Best Live Performance. The singer-songwriter’s chart-topping hit “Espresso” also earned her the title of Best Song, further solidifying her status as one of the industry’s most beloved and successful artists.
Other notable winners included Sabrina Carpenter for Best Song, Lisa featuring Rosalía for Best Collaboration with “New Woman,” and Benson Boone for Best New Artist. The diverse lineup of winners reflected the global appeal of music, with genres ranging from pop and rock to hip-hop and electronic music being recognized and celebrated.
In addition to individual awards, the EMAs also honored regional acts from around the world. Tyla took home the award for Best Afrobeats, while Peso Pluma was recognized as the Best Latin artist. Jimin of K-Pop sensation BTS was named Best K-Pop artist, while Imagine Dragons received the award for Best Alternative music. Calvin Harris was crowned Best Electronic artist, while Eminem took home the award for Best Hip-Hop artist. Tyla also received the award for Best R&B artist, showcasing the diverse talents and sounds that were celebrated at the event.
The EMAs also highlighted regional acts, with winners from various countries and regions being recognized for their contributions to the music industry. Sia was named Best Australian Act, Shawn Mendes received the award for Best Canadian Act, and Raf Camora was honored as the Best Austrian Act. Artists from countries such as Brazil, France, Germany, India, and Italy were also recognized for their achievements, showcasing the global reach and influence of music from different parts of the world.
Overall, the 2024 MTV EMAs was a celebration of music in all its forms, bringing together artists from diverse backgrounds and genres to showcase the power of music to unite and inspire audiences around the world. With Taylor Swift leading the pack and BINI making history as the first Filipino act to win a Best Asia Act award, the event highlighted the global impact of music and the importance of recognizing and celebrating talent from all corners of the globe.
/Digital Sauce