Singer-songwriter Lee Seung-yoon achieved three awards at the Korean Popular Music Awards.

Lee Seung-yoon was named the musician of the year, best rock song, and best modern rock song institutional sectors at the 22nd Korean Popular Music Awards held at EQL Seongsu in Seoul on the 27th.

At the ceremony, Lee Seung-yoon expressed, "The moment I think 'I did well in making music' is when I feel my song resonates with the emotions or moments of this era. The musician of the year award is something I interpret as 'your song is not ignoring this era', 'it has contemporaneity.' I will receive it in that way. In the future, I will create music that fits into your drawers, pockets, and pots, not forgetting the times you are living in."

Furthermore, Lee Seung-yoon added, "I hope everyone stays strong. This is the heaviest platitude I can say as a musician, as well as the deepest heartfelt words. I hope you find happiness. Thank you."

In particular, Lee Seung-yoon won the best rock song for "Against" and the best modern rock song institutional sector for "Waterfall." It was unprecedented that two songs from the same album were nominated; Lee Seung-yoon achieved the remarkable feat of winning in both rock and modern rock song genres at the Korean Popular Music Awards.

The Korean Popular Music Awards emphasized, regarding "Against," that it was "the voice of rebellion, completed by overlapping unique footprints that were not easy to create. It was 'the musical revolution' that we, who lived through the chaotic year of 2024, must engrave in our hearts." Regarding "Waterfall," it noted, "It is not easy to face what is referred to as 'grand works' in popular music. It is difficult for a track to showcase a grand scale, dynamic flow, and a message reminiscent of philosophy all at once. However, Lee Seung-yoon and his colleagues (Jo Hee-won, Ji Yong-hee, Lee Jeong-won) have indeed solved that difficult problem. This track, symbolizing the album 'Against' and highlighting its peak, is a clear testament to Lee Seung-yoon's musicality."

Lee Seung-yoon's third album, "Against," released last October, embodies his resolve to push against unresistant forces. Featuring a total of 15 tracks with insightful messages from Lee Seung-yoon, it ultimately provides a burning desire to those in need of courage while standing at the center of a complete "Against."

Meanwhile, Lee Seung-yoon will perform at major domestic festivals including 'The Glow 2025' on March 29, '2025 LOVESOME' on April 27, and 'Beautiful Mint Life 2025' on June 13, engaging warmly with the audience.

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