Frequently Asked Questions
A.B.G.M.A F.A.Qs
Q: Who can submit their music?
A : Gospel Psalmists, Producers, Record Labels...etc in Antigua/Barbuda and Gospel Psalmists, Producers, Record Labels...etc who reside in Caribbean Region, U.S.A, Europe, Africa.
Q. What is the Submission Period?
A. The Submission period usually occurs between August - to January of the following year. However, it is subject to change.
Q. Is there a fee for Submission?
A. Yes, we do require a Submission fee [non-feundable] for all persons who are desirous in participating in the awards.
Q. Who chooses the Nominees (Finalists]?
A. The Top Three (3) to Four (4) nominees are selected by a Judges Committee by Voting. Following that, the Finalists are then announced publicly and the general public is able to Vote via this website during the specified voting period in selected Categories.
Q: How do I vote?
A: Place your vote for your favourite Gospel Psalmist/Song/Video/Album...etc in the various categories by clicking on the link of each respective category. You will then be directed to the respective category page. Select one option.
Q: Are multiple votes allowed?
A: Yes
Q: When is the deadline to vote?
A: The Voting Deadline usually occurs the last day in February of each year at 11:30pm AST. However, the deadline is subject to change so do keep updated by visiting this website and also via our Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Pages.
Q: How is the winner decided?
A: Voting Averages of Judges Committee Vote in respective categories and both the Average of the Judges Committee and Public Votes where applicable. The Award will go to the person with the highest voting average.
Q: How are the Music Categories Judged?
A: All Music Categories are Judged based on Performance, Production and Composition, Originality.
Q: How are the Media Categories Judged?
A: All Media Categories are Judged based on Creativity, Originality, Content Quality, Relevance, Social Appeal & Impact, Presentation, Production.
Q: What do you get if you are a Finalist and Nominated?
A: From 2018 the ABGMA will be issuing Certificates of Nomination to all Finalists. Certificates will be 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.
Q: What do you get if you win?
A: All Award Winners in the various categories will be given an 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.
Q: Will the ABGMA cover the travel expenses and accommodation for Nominees outside of Antigua/Barbuda who would like to attend the Award Ceremony?
A: 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.
Q: How is an Artist able to Perform at the ABGMA?
A: 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.
Q: Who can submit their music?
A : Gospel Psalmists, Producers, Record Labels...etc in Antigua/Barbuda and Gospel Psalmists, Producers, Record Labels...etc who reside in Caribbean Region, U.S.A, Europe, Africa.
Q. What is the Submission Period?
A. The Submission period usually occurs between August - to January of the following year. However, it is subject to change.
Q. Is there a fee for Submission?
A. Yes, we do require a Submission fee [non-feundable] for all persons who are desirous in participating in the awards.
Q. Who chooses the Nominees (Finalists]?
A. The Top Three (3) to Four (4) nominees are selected by a Judges Committee by Voting. Following that, the Finalists are then announced publicly and the general public is able to Vote via this website during the specified voting period in selected Categories.
Q: How do I vote?
A: Place your vote for your favourite Gospel Psalmist/Song/Video/Album...etc in the various categories by clicking on the link of each respective category. You will then be directed to the respective category page. Select one option.
Q: Are multiple votes allowed?
A: Yes
Q: When is the deadline to vote?
A: The Voting Deadline usually occurs the last day in February of each year at 11:30pm AST. However, the deadline is subject to change so do keep updated by visiting this website and also via our Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Pages.
Q: How is the winner decided?
A: Voting Averages of Judges Committee Vote in respective categories and both the Average of the Judges Committee and Public Votes where applicable. The Award will go to the person with the highest voting average.
Q: How are the Music Categories Judged?
A: All Music Categories are Judged based on Performance, Production and Composition, Originality.
Q: How are the Media Categories Judged?
A: All Media Categories are Judged based on Creativity, Originality, Content Quality, Relevance, Social Appeal & Impact, Presentation, Production.
Q: What do you get if you are a Finalist and Nominated?
A: From 2018 the ABGMA will be issuing Certificates of Nomination to all Finalists. Certificates will be 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.
Q: What do you get if you win?
A: All Award Winners in the various categories will be given an 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.
Q: Will the ABGMA cover the travel expenses and accommodation for Nominees outside of Antigua/Barbuda who would like to attend the Award Ceremony?
A: 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.
Q: How is an Artist able to Perform at the ABGMA?
A: 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.
the A.B.G.M.A 2020 SUBMISSIOn PEriod is now closed!
MUSIC AND MEDIA Categories
NOMINEES ARE SELECTED BY JUDGES PANEL IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES: CATEGORIES 15, 17-18, 21-23, 25-26, 31-34. 40, 45
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Music Award Categories
INTERNATIONAL CATEGORIES: Artists in Antigua/Barbuda, Caribbean Region, U.S.A, U.K and Africa are eligible to submit in these categories except for the National Categories. Cat. 1 : Best Reggae Cat. 2 : Best Soca Cat. 3 : Best Contemporary Cat. 4 : Best Praise/Worship Cat. 5 : Best Urban/R&B/Pop Cat. 6 : Best Country/Bluegrass Cat. 7 : Best Dancehall Cat. 8 : Best Spoken Word Cat. 9 : Best Gospelypso [Gospel Calypso] Cat. 10 : Best Hip-Hop Cat. 11 : Best Collaboration/Group/Duo/Band Cat. 12 : Best Afro Beat Cat. 13 : Best Jazz/Classical Cat. 14 : Best House/Electronic/Dance Cat. 15 : Song of the Year Cat. 16 : Album of the Year Cat. 17 : Songwriter of the Year Male Cat. 18 : Songwriter of the Year Female Cat. 19 : Best Music Video Cat. 20 : Best Video Director Cat. 21 : International Psalmist of the Year Male Cat. 22 : International Psalmist of the Year Female Cat: 23: Inspirational Song of the Year 
Honourary Awards : Judges Only Categories where the Panel will Select those for the various Awards. Antiguans/Barbudans ONLY are eligible for these Categories with the exception of the Legend Award.
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NATIONAL CATEGORIES: CATEGORIES 24-34
Artists/Psalmists in ANTIGUA/BARBUDA ONLY are eligible in these categories only except for Most Airplay and Producer of the Year Category. Cat. 24 : Best New Psalmist Cat. 25 : Psalmist of the Year Male Cat. 26 : Psalmist of the Year Female Cat. 27 : Most Airplay Cat. 28 : National Song of the Year Cat. 29 : National Album of the Year Cat. 30 : Producer of the Year [not a national category] Cat. 31: Vocalist of the Year Male Cat. 32 : Vocalist of the Year Female Cat. 33 : Breakthrough Psalmist of the Year Male Cat. 34 : Breakthrough Psalmist of the Year Female Media Award Categories Social/Educational, Entertainment, Inspirational, Documentary, Talk. Media Houses in Caribbean Region, USA, UK and Africa are eligible for the Radio/Tv/Categories. Shows are not limited to faith-based content, however submissions must not conflict with Christian values. A 10 minute Clip of the Program is required for Submission along will applicable fees. Cat. 35 : Best Radio Show- Entertainment Cat. 36 : Best Radio Show - Inspirational Cat. 37 : Best Radio Show -Social/Educational/Documentary Cat. 38 : Best Radio Show - Talk Cat. 39 : Best Radio Station Cat. 40 : Radio Host of the Year Cat. 41 : Best Tv Show - Entertainment Cat. 42 : Best Tv Show - Social/Educational Cat. 43 : Best Tv Show - Talk Cat. 44 : Best Tv Station Cat. 45: Tv Host of the Year News Media Categories: Cat. 45: Best News Media Cat. 46: Best Online News Media Cat. 47: Journalist of the Year Creatives Award Categories: Cat. 48 Best Camerawork/Photography Cat. 49 Best Cover Art (Album or Single) Cat. 50 Best Tv Ad Cat. 51 Best Radio Ad |
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), two (2) or three (3) you will be directed to a Paypal Page to complete your payment.
6. Next you will be directed to a Submissions Page to enter all the necessary information in regards to your Single, Video, Album..etc.
If you have any issues when making your submission..or you are not directed to the appropriate Submission page after payment Do contact us here >>> CONTACT US detailing your situation and we will be happy to assist.
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), two (2) or three (3) you will be directed to a Paypal Page to complete your payment.
6. Next you will be directed to a Submissions Page to enter all the necessary information in regards to your Single, Video, Album..etc.
If you have any issues when making your submission..or you are not directed to the appropriate Submission page after payment Do contact us here >>> CONTACT US detailing your situation and we will be happy to assist.
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
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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 January 17th 2020 at 11:30 pm Atlantic Standard Time.
- Your Single, Album, Music Video, must be Recorded, released and published between January 1st 2019 to January 10th 2020 to be considered in the 2020 ABGMA. Also the entry cannot be one that has been Nominated before in the ABGMA.
- For all Music Submissions in the various categories submit a 90 second clip of each single only (excluding music videos).
- For all Media Submissions in the various categories submit a 10 minute clip for each category submission.
- Would like to pay by MoneyGram, Check or Wire transfer? Then click on the "Contact Us" tab for more details. We will be happy to assist.
