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CEBU Cover Gayo Awards: the Best K-pop cover artist award show!


The 2023 Cebu Cover Gayo Awards promises to be an exciting and unforgettable night. The event will feature performances from some of the most talented coverists (cover artists) and cover groups in Cebu, as well as the awarding of the coveted Major and Minor Awards.


The Cebu Cover Gayo Awards (CCGA) is an annual awards show that recognizes and celebrates the best in Cebuano K-pop cover dance groups. It was first held in 2015, and it is currently supported by JLounge Corporation and presented and organized by JLounge Entertainment.


Nominees for the CCGA are selected based on their performances at various K-pop cover dance events in and around Cebu throughout the year. These events include Cebu Kpop Star, Hallyu IL, Cebu Kpop Convention, CKIH among others.


Each event has a corresponding number of points that cover groups will earn. The cover groups with the most points at the end of the year are nominated for the CCGA.



The CCGA is an important event for the Cebuano K-pop cover dance community. It is a platform to showcase the best of Cebuano talent, and it helps to promote the Cebuano K-pop cover dance scene to a wider audience.


The CCGA is a highly anticipated event, and it is always attended by a large number of K-pop fans, celebrities, and media personnel.


The winners of the 2023 Cebu Cover Gayo Awards will be announced at the awards ceremony, which will be held on December 09, 23023 at Fuente Osmeña Circle. The awards ceremony will feature performances from some of the most talented coverists and cover groups in Cebu, as well as the awarding of the coveted Major and Minor Awards.


Award categories


Here are some additional details about the award categories:

- Coverist of the Year is the highest award of the night, and it is given to the coverist who has made the most significant contribution to the Cebu cover scene. The winner of this award is typically a well-known and respected coverist who has consistently delivered high-quality performances and has inspired other coverists.



- Best Male and Female Cover Groups are awarded to the male and female cover groups that have consistently delivered high-quality performances and have captivated audiences with their energy and talent. The winners of these awards typically cover groups with a large and dedicated following.


- Best New Group of the Year (Rookie Award) is awarded to the cover group that has made a notable impact on the Cebu cover scene in their first year of existence. This award is given to a cover group that has shown potential and has demonstrated a strong commitment to their craft.


- Best Dance Performance: Most Synchronized and Best Dance Performance: Most Charismatic are awarded to the cover groups that have delivered the most synchronized and charismatic dance performances of the year, respectively. These awards are given to cover groups that have put in the hard work and dedication to perfect their dance routines and deliver performances that are both visually appealing and engaging.


- People’s Choice Award is awarded to the coverist or cover group that has received the most votes from the public. This award is a testament to the popularity and support of the coverist or cover group.


- Dancing King and Queen of the Year are awarded to the male and female coverists who have consistently demonstrated excellence in their dancing and have impressed audiences with their skill and charisma. These awards are given to coverists who are truly masters of their craft and who have made a significant impact on the Cebu cover scene.


- Visual Prince and Princess of the Year are awarded to the male and female coverists who have consistently impressed audiences with their visuals and stage presence. These awards are given to coverists who are not only talented performers but also have a natural star quality.


For the list of nominees for the 2023 CEBU COVER GAYO AWARDS, please refer to this link:


The dynamic duo of Rahamiel Nitura, also known as "Mami RJ" in the Cebu K-pop community, and The Voice of Cebu, Ms. June Rabin, a radio DJ on Magic 92.3 FM and a prominent figure as one of your HALLYU Chingus, will be hosting this year's awards ceremony.





The 2023 Cebu Cover Gayo Awards is a must-attend event for all fans K-pop music and dance. The event is a celebration of the best of the Cebu cover scene, and it is a great opportunity to see some of the most talented coverists and cover groups in and around Cebu live.






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