K-pop group BTS clinch artist of the year at American Music Awards in Las Vegas
The South Korean boy band Bangtan Sonyeondan, popularly known as BTS, won the prestigious Artist of the Year award at the 52nd annual American Music Awards.
The touching and symbolic moment took place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The global icons, celebrated for blending Korean pop with deep roots in old-school hip-hop and R&B, also secured the Song of the Summer award for their hit track "SWIM".
Released on March 20th of this year, the chart-topping song quickly exploded in popularity, surpassing 100 million views.
