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Nomination Categories​

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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  • Home
    • About
    • Press
    • What is being said...
  • Tickets
  • 2022 Nominees
  • JMA FEST
  • St Jude
  • Media
    • Media Credential Application
  • Merchandise
  • Contact
  • Vocal Competition Application
  • Sponsorship/Grow Your Business with Us!
    • Collaborative Business Partnerships
  • The 7th Annual JMA Book
  • Nomination Criteria/Guidelines
    • Nomination Categories
  • Bobby Ray Boone Music Foundation
  • Performers 2021
  • JMA Weekly Song Recognition
    • Recognized Songs
  • JMA Gives Back
    • JMA Military and Veterans Tribute Song
  • Gallery/Photographers
    • 2021 JMA Photography
    • 2020 JMA Photography
    • 2019 Photography
    • 2018 Josie Music Awards Gallery
    • 2017 Josie Music Awards Gallery
    • 2016 Josie Music Awards Gallery
    • Gallery 2015 Award Show
  • JMA Official Winners
    • 2021 Official Winner List
    • Official 2020 Winner Presentations
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    • 2018 Winner List
    • 2017 Josie Music Award Winners
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  • Performances 2020
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  • The Josie American Celebration Patriot Award
  • Disclaimer
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