TXT’s raw encore vocals draw backlash after artist of the year win
TXT won the Artist of the Year at the KM Chart Awards 2026 and their encore stage at the ceremony drew backlash for raw vocals.
The KM Chart Awards 2026 (KMA 2026) wrapped up recently. The four Grand Prize categories went to TXT, BTS, Hwasa, and CORTIS.
TXT performed an encore stage at the award ceremony, and many viewers were shocked at how raw the performance sounded.
대상이란거 정말 좋은거구나(당연좋지어디문제있니) 하하더 앵콜 무대를 풀로 말아줌 😭😭 pic.twitter.com/3FbROVurGv
— 오물조물 (@txt_sarangdan2) July 25, 2026
K-Netizens agreed that they couldn’t understand how they won the Daesang with these skills.
K-Netizens wrote:
“I couldn’t hear some of the members’ vocals…I think it’s because of the mic volume.”
“Huening did pretty well.”
“It’s funny how they won the Daesang.”
“They did well? If they were female idols, they would’ve been bashed.”
“It’s crazy that they actually won the Daesang…”
“Wow…”
“Why are their vocals so unstable when it’s their own song?”