Most base categories to be broken down by genre or sub-genre. which is determined by number of candidates in each category. Additional categories/genres may be added by our deciding panel if during the review process they feel an individual or group excels in an area outside of our base categories/genres. Surprise categories may or may not be on the nomination list.
This has been a great surprise by our deciding panel since 2015!
Categories in Nomination Process
Vocal Event of the Year World Artist of the Year (music of many languages) Musician of the Year Tribute Artist/Band of the Year Song of the Year (awarded to songwriters only) Single of the Year (awarded to artist only) Artist of the Year Vocalist of the Year Vocal Duo/Group of the Year EP of the Year (3-6 songs) Album of the Year (7+ songs) Music Video of the Year Rising Star of the Year Songwriting Achievement of the Year Duo of the Year Group of the Year Artist Management Company of the Year Record Label of the Year Promotion Company of the Year Media Company of the Year Video Production of the Year Photographer of the Year (selected from 2021 JMA Photographers) Photo of the year (selected from 2021 JMA Photos) Social Impact Song of the Year Stage Fashion Trailblazer of the Year Music Venue of the Year Music Producer of the Year Best Performance in a Music Video Decided by Panel & Josie Music Association Lifetime Career Achievement Lifetime Musical Achievement The Josie Show Humanitarian of the Year Entertainer of the Year Instructions Given At Event Best Performance of 2021 (decided by audience live voting at event) Best Performance of 2022 (voted on by this year's live audience) |
Categories in Suggestion Process
2022 Independent Country Music Hall of Fame Inductee Fan's Choice Age Categories for 2022 Junior (ages 6-12) Young Adult (ages 13 - 17) Adult (ages 18 +) Genres Traditional Country, Modern Country, Contemporary Country, Rock, Southern Rock, Outlaw Country, Jazz/Blues, Gospel/Christian, Christian Rock, Social Impact, R & B, Inspirational, Folk/Americana, Bluegrass, Pop/Contemporary, Rap, Hip Hop, Instrumental, other (by suggestion on submission forms)
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