Part 4 of AllReviews' thoughts on Mnet Asian Music Awards: The Evolution of "MAMA"

By Bryan

The entire Singapore was different yesterday as everyone around me, inclusive of my Twitter timeline, was talking about "MAMA", which happens to be an acronym that stands for the Mnet Asian Music Awards 2011.

It was fun to eavesdrop while many K-pop fans were going on and on about their favourite groups such as the popular  "SNSD" (So Nyuh Shi Dae or Girl's Generation) and "SuJu" (Super Junior) while mentioning the word "MAMA" over and over again.

Girl's Generation known as SNSD (above) and "SuJu" Super Junior (below)

However, it was even more interesting to see those who have almost no knowledge of K-pop try to fit into the conversation, since "MAMA" to most would be a short form of mother. Of course you can't blame them for thinking that way, thanks to the famous lyrics of Queen's Bohemian Rhapsody, sung by the legendary (also an Internet meme) Freddie Mercury.

Freddie Mercury: "Mama, I just killed a man.."

Next, comes the real shocker, besides the Asian artistes that usually attend this yearly event, American artistes like Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre and will.i.am made themselves present and even performed alongside CL, the leader of the 4-girl Korean group 2NE1 (New Evolution of the 21st Century).




With the meaning of words changing and the collaboration of artistes from different music scenes, what will happen next?

Let us here at AllReviews know what you think in the comment box down below and also, just for fun, who do you think will be a funny celebrity or musical artiste to see at the Mnet Asian Music Awards 2012?

Weird Al Yankovic would be my choice!

Asia’s Biggest Award Ceremony, Mnet Asian Music Awards Arrives in Singapore!

By: Soh Hao Siong

This is the second time MAMA is holding its ceremony outside of South Korea.

 

To all you music lovers out there, especially K-pop fans, watch out as Asia’s biggest music award is all geared up to hold its grand ceremony right here in Singapore! The Mnet Asian Music Awards is an annual award show which not only plans to showcase the talents of the various artists in Asia; it also aims to present awards in recognition of the best artists in the various countries.


You can check out the trailer below:

Past attendees of the event were all the hottest and trending bands such as TVXQ, SS501, Super Junior, Wonder Girls and other top-notch artists. As such, there will be no exceptions for this year as names like SNSD, 2NE1, Super Junior, B2ST and Kim Hyun Joong has confirmed to be gracing the event! For those who are disappointed as their favorite bands are not listed, fret not because this is not the finalized checklist as more attendees are expected to be revealed as the date gets closer.

Will girl group 2NE1 retain their crown of Best Female Group this year?

Kim Hyun Joong sheds his 'Flower Boy' image

The award show will be broadcasted through over 10 countries, reaching out to 1.9 billion people worldwide. Now, if you are worried that you may not be home in time to catch the show, no worries as it will also be broadcasted online through YouTube and XINMSN.

Event details:

• Where: Singapore Indoor Stadium
• When: 29^th November 2011 
• Time: 4pm to 10pm 
• 4pm to 6pm - Red Carpet
• 6pm to 10pm - Award Show

Have other artists in mind? Tell us who you wish to see at MAMA in the shoutbox!