frequently asked questions
who can submit?
Gospel Artists, Producers, Record Labels...et cetera...,Radio Stations/Tv Stations, Radio Shows and Tv Shows in Antigua & Barbuda, the Caribbean Region and others parts of the world.
What is the submission period?
Submission period usually occurs between August - to January of the following year. However, it is subject to change. So do check for updates on your site.
is there a submission fee?
Yes, a Non-refundable Submission is required for all persons who are desirous in participating in the ABGMA.
who chooses the finalists?
The Top Three (3) to Five (5) nominees are selected by a Judges Panel through a Voting process. Following that, the Finalists are then announced publicly (usually a week after) and the general public is able to Vote via this website during the specified voting period in selected Public Voting Categories.
are multiple votes allowed?
Yes. Persons who vote in the Public Voting Categories are allowed to vote more than once throughout voting period until 11:30pm AST (Atlantic Standard Time) on the day of the Deadline.
How is the winner decided?
Voting Averages of Judges Panel Vote in respective categories and both the Average of the Judges Panel and Public Votes where applicable. The Award will go to the person with the highest voting average.
How are music categories judged?
Music Categories are Judged based on Performance, Production and Composition, Originality.
how are media categories judged?
Media Categories are Judged based on Creativity, Originality, Content Quality, Relevance, Social Appeal & Impact, Presentation, Production.
What do you get if you are a finalist or nominee?
Certificates of Nomination are given to all Finalists/Nominees and are sent electronically via email to those who are located in and outside of Antigua/Barbuda. An email address must be provided when Nomination is Certified. So do make sure to include all the proper contact details when making your Song Submissions.
what do you get when you win?
Award Winners in the various Categories will be given a physical Award. Collaborators/Producers of Winning Songs will receive an ABGMA Honourary Certificate including the Award Winner. Certificates will be emailed to all respective persons...after the Award Ceremony.
does the abgma cover expenses for artists who would like to attend the awards?
No. The Artist/Artists Management is responsible for Airfare/Accommodation of Artist/s and/or Representative/s desirous of attending the ABGMAs. Recommendations can be made however, in regards to finding a place to stay. Feel free to contact us for any more information.
how is an artist ABLE TO PERFORM AT THE ABGMA
Performance Slots are selected by the ABGMA Committee from Nominees. However, there are additional Performance Slots available, but they are limited. If you would like to acquire one of the Performance Slots at the ABGMA send us a request at abgmawards@gmail.com.
2021 SUBMISSIOn PEriod: january 1st- march 31st 2021
abgma categories
National award categories
1. National Artist Of the Year
2. National Song Of the Year
3. National Album of the Year
4. National Producer of the Year
5. Best Vocal Performance Male
6. Best Vocal Performance Female
2. National Song Of the Year
3. National Album of the Year
4. National Producer of the Year
5. Best Vocal Performance Male
6. Best Vocal Performance Female
INTERNATIONAL MUSIC AWARDS CATEGORIES
- Best Reggae
- Best Dubstep
- Best Soca
- Best Urban/R&B/Pop
- Best Afro Beat
- Best Gospelypso
- Best Praise/Worship
- Best Contemporary
- Best House/Electronic/Dance
- Best Hip-Hop
- Best Dancehall
- Best Collaboration/Group/Duo
- International Psalmist of the Year Male
- International Psalmist of the Year Female
- Inspirational Song of the Year
- Best Music Video
- Best Music Video Director
- Song of the Year
INTERNATIONAL MEDIA AWARDS CATEGORIES
- Best Radio Show- Entertainment
- Best Radio Show - Inspirational
- Best Radio Show -Social
- Best Radio Show - Talk
- Best Radio Station
- Radio Host of the Year
- Best Tv Show-Entertainment
- Best Tv Show - Talk
- Best News Media
- Best Online News Media
- Best Journalist (News/Current Affairs)
- Best Media Network
- Best Tv Show Host
- Best Camerawork/Photography
- Best Cover Art (Album or Single)
intenational media award categories
Open to Media from around the world. Content submitted is not restricted to only faith-based content, however submissions must not conflict with Christian values.
how to submit your music [single, video, album]
1. Below the page are three (3) options.
Option 1: Submission of one (1) Media Entry (Radio/Tv/News/Creative) [Submission Fee $20 USD]
Option 2: Submission of one (1) Single or Music Video [Submission Fee $20 USD]
Option 3: Submission of three (3) or more Singles and/or Videos and/or Album [Submission fee $80 USD]
2. Select Option one (1) if you are submitting a Media Entry.
3. Select Option two (2) if you are submitting one (1) single or (1) video for nomination.
4. Select Option three (3) if you are submitting 3 singles minimum (3) or (5) maximum, and/or Music Videos for an Album/Video nomination.
5. After selecting Option one (1) or two (2) you will be directed to a Page to complete the Submission Form and then proceed to make your payment via Paypal. You do not need a Paypal Account to make the Payment.
6. If you selected Option three (3) you will be directed to a Page where you can choose to Upload 3 Songs, 5 Songs or Music Videos. Once completed We will send you a confirmation email and the details to finalize your payment.
Option 1: Submission of one (1) Media Entry (Radio/Tv/News/Creative) [Submission Fee $20 USD]
Option 2: Submission of one (1) Single or Music Video [Submission Fee $20 USD]
Option 3: Submission of three (3) or more Singles and/or Videos and/or Album [Submission fee $80 USD]
2. Select Option one (1) if you are submitting a Media Entry.
3. Select Option two (2) if you are submitting one (1) single or (1) video for nomination.
4. Select Option three (3) if you are submitting 3 singles minimum (3) or (5) maximum, and/or Music Videos for an Album/Video nomination.
5. After selecting Option one (1) or two (2) you will be directed to a Page to complete the Submission Form and then proceed to make your payment via Paypal. You do not need a Paypal Account to make the Payment.
6. If you selected Option three (3) you will be directed to a Page where you can choose to Upload 3 Songs, 5 Songs or Music Videos. Once completed We will send you a confirmation email and the details to finalize your payment.
bulk submission guidelines
Record Labels/Artists/Producers/Ministries and the like are able to make "Bulk Submissions" however there are specific guidelines to consider.
- There is a 3 Song Minimum per Artist, which means that the $80 USD applies to a Minimum of 3 Singles or Combination of Song/Video per Artist and a Maximum of 5 Singles or Combination of Song/Video.
- A Record Label that has three (3) or more Artists Submitting Singles from the same Album each Artist must have 3 - 5 Singles or Song/Video Combination to use the "Bulk Submission". The $80 USD fee applies per Artist with 3 - 5 Submissions each.
- If a Record Label/Artist/Producer/Ministry has three (3) to five (5) maximum individual Submissions that are not necessarily from the same Album then the "Bulk Submission" can be used. However if it is less than three (3) the Single Submission must be used for each Single from the Artists. For any further clarifications holla at us : soarisemusicinternational@gmail.com
International MEDIA Submission
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International artist SINGLE
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International Artist
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PLEASE READ THIS IMPORTANT ADDITIONAL INFO:
- If you are submitting an Album, Submit no more than five (5) songs from the album and choose the 5 [Max] Single/ Video Submission Option.
- If you are submitting more than one Media Entry choose the Media Option and Submit for each entry separately. Do not use Bulk Option for Multiple Media Entries.
- No Submissions will be accepted after March 31st 2021 at 11:30 pm Atlantic Standard Time.
- Your Single, Album, Music Video, must be Recorded, Released and Published between January 1st 2020 to January January 31st 2021 to be considered in the 2021 ABGMA. Also the entry cannot be one that has been Nominated before in the ABGMA
- For all Radio and Tv Show Submissions in the selected Categories Submit a 15 minute clip (.mp3 (for Radio Shows, .mp4 for Tv Shows) for each category Submission.
