The 40th Golden Disc Awards has revealed its highly anticipated second artist lineup, adding even more star power to the upcoming milestone ceremony. On November 27, HLL Joongang announced that Jennie and Stray Kids will join the stage along with MONSTA X, BOYNEXTDOOR, ARK, ATEEZ, Close Your Eyes, Kiki, and TWS.
Fans can check out the first lineup announcement — which included LE SSERAFIM, IVE, ENHYPEN, NCT WISH, ALLDAY PROJECT, IZNA, ZEROBASEONE, and Cortis — bringing the total confirmed acts to 18., a total of 18 teams are now confirmed to appear at the 2026 event.
MONSTA X will return to the Golden Disc Awards for the first time in five years, while BOYNEXTDOOR continues their strong career momentum after achieving multiple million-seller albums and earning a Bonsang nomination.
Stray Kids’ participation is drawing major attention. The group will attend the ceremony for the first time in two years, marking a meaningful first-ever performance in Taipei. Their appearance comes on the heels of historic global achievements — including seven consecutive No.1 entries on the Billboard 200, a record unmatched in the chart’s 70-year history. With their latest release DO IT tracking toward what could become their 8th Billboard 200 No.1, anticipation surrounding their GDA stage is higher than ever
Jennie’s appearance is one of the most anticipated moments of the night. Making her GDA solo return after seven years, she arrives with major success from her first full album RUBY and the hit title track Like JENNIE, which earned nominations in both physical and digital categories.
Rising groups ARK and Close Your Eyes will perform on the special Golden Choice Stage, while fast-rising rookies Kiki and TWS prepare for their first Golden Disc Awards appearance as nominees for both the Rookie Award and Bonsang categories. ATEEZ also joins the lineup after a powerful year dominating global charts and expanding their international presence.
The 40th Golden Disc Awards will take place on January 10, 2026, at the Taipei Dome, promising one of the most exciting lineups in the award show’s four-decade history.