On Nov. 2, the 11th annual Josie Music Awards (the JMAs) returned to Music City.

Honoring the best in the independent music industry across all genres, the JMAs handed out 244 total awards at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville.

The JMAs, the largest independent music award show in the world, were created by mother-daughter duo Josie Passantino-Boone and Tinamarie Passantino in 2015.

The pair wanted to create a space for independent music artists,songwriters and industry professionals to gather and celebrate their work.

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The night’s top award,the lifetime career achievement honor,went to Lorrie Morgan.

The 66-year-old country singer, a top country stars of the ’90s, is known for her hits “Five Minutes,” “what Part of No,” and “I Didn’t Know My Own Strength”.

Morgan’s son Jesse Keith Whitley presented her the honor before she hit the stage to perform “A Picture of Me (Without You).”

More: Lorrie Morgan: Country singer with three No. 1 hits charted first single ‘Two people in Love’ in 1979

Another one of the night’s top honors, the songwriter legend award, went to Steve Dorff, a songwriter who has written over 20 top 10 pop and country hits.

He was presented the award by John Berry and Bobby Tomberlin.

And the Winners Are… A Look at This Year’s Award Recipients

This year’s awards have recognized a diverse range of talent across multiple genres. Here’s a complete list of the celebrated artists:

Individual Artists:

* Artist of the Year – Traditional/Classic Country: B.J. Jamison
* artist of the Year – Pop/Dance/Contemporary: Alyssa Jacey
* World Artist of the Year: Love Itoya

rising Stars:

* Rising Star of the Year Female: Robyn Ashley
* Rising Star of the Year Male: Garrett Huffman
* Rising Star of the Year – Modern Country/Pop Country Female: Jacki Daniels
* Rising Star of the Year – Country Female: Ashley Brooks
* Rising Star of the Year – Country Male: Kevin Thomas
* rising Star of the Year – Country Mix Male: travis Reigh

Emerging Artists:

* Emergent Artist of the Year: John Eason
* Emergent Artist of the Year – Country Female: Presley Puig
* Emergent Artist of the Year – Country Male: Caden Wilson

Duos & Groups:

* Duo of the Year – Americana: sugarcane Jane
* duo of the Year – Country: Cliff & Susan
* Group of the Year – Country: Matt Tejeda and The Backwoods Band
* Group of the Year – Multi-Genre: Crooked Eye Tommy
* Group of the Year – Bluegrass: Carolina Bluegrass Style
* Group of the Year – Americana: Andrew Moore and Hooch
* Group of the Year – Hard Rock/Metal: Lost Circus
* Duo of the Year – Multi-Genre: Harmony Holler
* Duo/Group of the Year – Gospel: Riven
* Group of the Year – Country/Rock: The Jess Zimmerman Band
* Group of the Year – Southern Rock: Greye
* Group of the Year – Outlaw Country: Cody Ikerd and the Sidewinders
* Group of the Year – Blues: King Bee & The Stingers
* Group of the Year – Alternative/Indie/Pop Rock: Defeated
* Group of the Year – Rock: The Goldy LockS Band

Collaborations:

* Vocal Event of the Year – Male/Female Collaboration: Kirstie Kraus, Mike Nash “Largo”

Celebrating the Best in Independent Music: the 2024 VIM Awards Winners

The VIM Awards (Video Independent Music Awards) have announced their winners, recognizing outstanding achievement in independent music and video production. This year’s awards showcase a diverse range of talent across multiple categories.

Here’s a look at the 2024 VIM Award recipients:

* Vocalist of the Year – country Male Alumni II: Caleb Kelley
* Songwriter of the Year – Personal Portfolio Female Alumni: Erin Stoll
* Songwriter of the Year – Personal Portfolio Female: Ashley jordan
* songwriter of the Year – Personal Portfolio male Alumni: Andru Jamison
* Songwriter of the Year: Corey Lee Barker
* Songwriter of the Year – Personal & Pitching Portfolio Female: Sheri Swartz
* Songwriter of the Year – Personal Portfolio Male: Aaron hymes
* Songwriter of the Year – Personal & Pitching Portfolio Male: Brad McKinney
* Story-Enhanced Performance Video of the Year: “If I Sin for You?” – Celeste Marie Wilson
* Story-Enhanced Performance Video of the Year Male: “mama Never Liked The Rodeo” – Eric Lee Beddingfield
* Story Enhanced Performance Video of the Year Duo/Group/Collabs: “I Didn’t Know” – The Goldy LockS Band Feat. Mickie James & The Lacs
* Music Video of the Year Performance focused Duo/Group: “The Will” – Nu-Blu
* Music Video of the Year Performance Focused Female: “The Bitter end” – Brenda Best
* Music Video of the Year Performance Focused Male: “Damn Good Time” – Jordan Moore
* Social Impact Video of the Year Duo/group/Collab: “High Heel On The Pedal” – Ashlie Amber Feat. Velvet Rodeo
* Social Impact Video of the Year Male: “I’m Sorry” – Chuck thomas
* Social Impact Video of the year Female: “Stardust” – shy Blossom
* Expressive Verse Video of the Year: “Make Canada Great Again” – Rudy Gunn
* Music Video of the Year Duo/Group/Collab: “Taste The Whiskey” – Eric Lee Beddingfield with Jesse Keith Whitley
* Music Video of the Year Female: “Gunfire” – Remington Mae
* Music Video of the Year Male: “Wishing Well” – louie lee
* Music and Video Projects Children’s: “Baby Ninja” – Kelli Welli
* Music Video of the Year Female Alumni: “Mind Your Own Backyard” – krystal king

And the Winners Are… A Rundown of the Year’s Best Songs

The accolades are in! Here’s a complete list of the Song of the year winners across a diverse range of genres:

* Folk: “Sweet Mountain Music,” Them Lasses
* Americana Female: “Hercules,” Sam Hatmaker Feat. EmiSunshine
* Americana Male: “worth Breaking,” Brian Allison
* Americana Duo/Group/Collab: “Pretty Lights of Denver,” Weary Ramblers
* Outlaw: “Time To Say Goodbye,” Blackwood Mojo
* World/New Age World: “Smile,” cecy Santana
* Instrumental: “Tyrone Blues,” D Boone Pittman
* Multi-Genre: “Heaven’s Front Porch,” Flatline
* Pop/Adult Contemporary: “When I’m With You,” Faith Lee
* Pop alumni I: “Love You More and More,” Kim Cameron Darick DDS Spears
* jazz/Blues: “Just Walk Away,” Derrick Dove & The Peacekeepers
* R&B/soul: “Send Me Love,” Markey Blue
* Hip hop: “My Heart,” Irene Michaels Feat. Twizm Whyte Piece
* Traditional/Classic country Male: “Don’t Forget, Remember Me,” Webb Dalton
* Traditional/Classic Country Female: “That’s The Way Love Goes,” Paula buchanan
* Country Female Alumni: “I told Her For Him,” Rylee Austin
* Country Female I: “Nashville Don’t Forget Me,” Elisa Smith
* Country Male Alumni I: “Can’t Be Roped,” Sam Stinson
* Country Male I: “Sundown In A Small Town,” Shawn Richards
* Country Male III: “Song On The Radio,” Elliott Booe
* Country Female II: “Hate To Lie,” Lara Bell
* Country Male alumni II: “Sweet Home Tennessee,” Robert Abernathy

2024 nashville Industry Music Awards Winners Announced

The Nashville Industry Music Awards (NIMA) recently revealed its winners, recognizing excellence across various facets of the country music industry. The awards celebrate the individuals and organizations driving the genre forward. Here’s a complete list of the 2024 recipients:

• Tribute Artist of the Year Male: Don Suiters (Kid Kentucky) – Tribute to Kid Rock
• Record Label of the Year: Clarksville Sound
• PR/Promotion Company: 2911 Media
• Music Venue of the Year: Ranchman’s (Calgary, Canada)
• Magazine of the Year: Cashbox Magazine
• Television Show/Station of the Year: American Country Network
• Podcast/Music Radio Show: Overtones LIVE Presented by Listen Locally
• Studio/Production Company of the Year: TuneDesigner
• Artist Management Company of the Year: Midwest Artist Group
• Solo Artist Representative of the Year: DLS Music
• Live Show Productions of the Year: The Coyote Store
• photographer of the Year: Janet Reynolds Photography
• Music Business of the Year: Kincaid-Gooch Voice Studio
• Radio station of the Year: Sterling Country Radio
• Music Producer of the Year: Dr. Ted Olson
• Fan’s Choice Female: Macy Tabor
• Fan’s Choice Male: (Facts missing from source)

The NIMA awards highlight the dedication and talent within the country music community, acknowledging contributions from established names and rising stars alike.