VMAs 2020 PreshowCatch all the VMAs 2020 preshow interviews and performances from artists like Machine Gun Kelly, Chloe x Halle, Lewis Capaldi, Tate McRae, Jack Harlow and more.

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Lewis Capaldi - "Before You Go"

08/30/2020

On the VMAs pre-show, Lewis Capaldi performs his love song "Before You Go" from his debut studio album "Divinely Uninspired to a Hellish Extent."

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Interview
01:40

Maluma Is Ready for His Debut Performance of "Hawai"

Maluma reflects on working with J Balvin on the Video Music Award-nominated track "Que Pena" and talks about his debut performance of the song "Hawai."
08/30/2020
Performance
02:19

Jack Harlow - "WHATS POPPIN"

Jack Harlow performs his hit "WHATS POPPIN" from his album "Sweet Action" on the VMAs 2020 pre-show.
08/30/2020
Interview
00:59

T.I. "expediTIously" Reveals His Finest VMAs Tips

Rapper T.I. describes what it's like to attend the VMAs and shares his tips for having the best experience while watching the show.
08/30/2020
Highlight
02:06

Instagram Helped Keke Palmer Prepare to Host the VMAs

VMAs host Keke Palmer talks to Kevan Kenney about what to expect from the VMAs 2020, her bold dress from the 2019 red carpet and how she prepared to host this year's event.
08/30/2020
Highlight
01:26

Sofia Carson Speaks Out on Artists Being Voices for Change

Sofia Carson tells Travis Mills what she loves about attending the VMAs and how proud she is to be partnering with the VMAs and Pepsi to shine a light on social causes.
08/30/2020
Highlight
01:24

Machine Gun Kelly Wins Best Alternative

Machine Gun Kelly reveals where he's going to put his VMA Moon Person after winning Best Alternative for his track "Bloody Valentine."
08/30/2020
Interview
01:51

CNCO Is Ready for Their VMAs Debut

Chatting to Kevan Kenney backstage, CNCO reveals who they're excited to see perform and talks about their VMA-nominated music video for "Honey Boo."
08/30/2020
Interview
02:17

Joey King Fangirls Over the Ladies of the VMAs

Actress Joey King, wearing Versace, reveals who she's most excited to see at the VMAs and talks about being in the music video for Marshmello, Yungblud and blackbear's track "Tongue Tied."
08/30/2020
Interview
01:22

Jaden Smith's Mixtape Is His Most Cohesive Project Yet

Rapper Jaden Smith talks about presenting at the VMAs, reveals what group he's excited to see perform and the many artists he has collaborated with on his mixtape "CTV 3: Cool Tape Vol. 3."
08/30/2020
Interview
00:59

BTS Shares a Special Message After Winning Best Group

After winning the Moon Person for Best Group for the second straight year, BTS thanks their fans and the VMAs.
08/30/2020
Interview
01:54

Will Nicole Ritchie Unleash Nikki Fre$h at the VMAs?

Nicole Ritchie chats about her alter ego Nikki Fre$h, which artist she's excited to see take the stage and what VMA category she would like to win if she were nominated for a Moon Person.
08/30/2020
Interview
01:28

DaBaby Gears Up for the VMAs 2020

Talking to Travis Mills backstage, DaBaby details his upcoming performance and reveals where he'll keep his Moon Person trophy if he wins any of the five he's nominated for.
08/30/2020
Interview
02:08

Black Eyed Peas Are Pumped for Their First VMAs Performance

Black Eyed Peas tell Travis Mills how excited they are for their long-awaited debut VMAs performance and explain how they wrote their VMA-nominated track "RITMO (Bad Boys For Life)."
08/30/2020
Highlight
00:38

BTS Wins for Best K-Pop

BTS thanks their fans after accepting the Best K-Pop Moon Person for their single "ON."
08/30/2020
Performance
03:47

Lewis Capaldi - "Before You Go"

On the VMAs pre-show, Lewis Capaldi performs his love song "Before You Go" from his debut studio album "Divinely Uninspired to a Hellish Extent."
08/30/2020
Highlight
01:53

BTS Shares Their Reaction to Three VMA Nominations

BTS tells Kevan Kenney how excited they are for the VMAs 2020, where they will have their VMAs performance debut and are nominated for three Moon Person awards.
08/30/2020
Performance
04:14

Machine Gun Kelly - "my ex's best friend"/"Bloody Valentine"

Machine Gun Kelly performs his tracks "my ex's best friend" and "Bloody Valentine" live on the VMAs 2020 pre-show with the help of blackbear and Travis Barker.
08/30/2020