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Some of music’s biggest stars are in Manchester, England tonight for the 2024 MTV European Music Awards.

Shawn Mendes, Benson Boone, Le Sserafim and Raye are just some of the performers at this year’s awards show, which honors the best artists and music videos of the past year. Fresh off her Grammy nomination, Taylor Swift leads all artists with seven EMA nominations, including Best Artist and Best Video (for “Fortnight,” her collaboration with Post Malone). Rita Ora returns as host of the awards show for the third time.

Coverage of this year’s ceremony begins at 9pm UK time, which is 4pm ET / 1pm PT.

Want to watch the MTV EMAs 2024? Here’s what you need to know:

This is how you can watch the MTV European Music Awards 2024 live from the USA

The 2024 EMAs will be broadcast on hundreds of different channels across Europe, but the best way to watch the show live is on Pluto TV in the UK. Pluto offers a free EMAs live stream that you can access on your phone, computer or TV.

To access Pluto’s UK feed you will need to download a virtual private network. We like ExpressVPN, which offers reliable connectivity and prices starting at just $4.99 (get six months of free service with the current ExpressVPN Black Friday deal).

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How to stream the MTV European Music Awards 2024 online for free

If you’re okay with not watching the show live, you can watch the European Music Awards 2024 on MTV in the US tomorrow, Monday, November 11th. Fans can tune in to the broadcast at 8:00 PM ET/PT.

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Other options to watch MTV’s broadcast of the EMAs include DirecTV Stream and Fubo, both of which offer free trials. Use the trials to watch MTV online without cable from your phone, tablet, laptop or smart TV.

This year’s EMAs are also available to stream on-demand via Paramount+. Not a Paramount+ subscriber? The site is currently offering a 7-day free trial that allows you to stream the MTV EMAs online for free. Get the free trial here.

Who will perform at the MTV EMAs 2024?

Sunday’s ceremony will feature performances by Shawn Mendes, Benson Boone, Le Sserafim, Raye, Teddy Swims, Peso Pluma, Tyla, The Warning and Pet Shop Boys. Busta Rhymes is also expected to perform when he accepts the 2024 EMA Global Icon Award.

Will Taylor Swift be at the MTV EMAs?

While Taylor Swift is leading the way with seven nominations this year, the singer is not expected to attend the EMA ceremony. She was spotted at the Kansas City Chiefs game in Kansas City on Sunday cheering on boyfriend Travis Kelce. However, if she wins a prize, she could appear via satellite or a recorded message.

Who is nominated for the MTV EMAs 2024?

Swift’s seven nominations are followed by Ariana Grande, Billie Eilish, Charli XCX and Sabrina Carpenter with five nominations each, while Ayra Starr, Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar and LISA received four nominations each.

Stream the MTV EMAs 2024 live tonight on Pluto TV with ExpressVPN or watch it next day on-demand on Paramount+ with a free trial here