Artiste to be nominated in 35-categories
Music lovers are buzzing with excitement as Accolade- the music awards of Guyana intensifies preparations to celebrate music excellence and achievement by local artiste who have made their mark.
The Nomination Panel comprising Burchmore Simon, Music Producer, Kerwyn Bollers, Entertainer, Sean Bhola, Song Writer/Producer, Jaya Manickchand, Attorney-at Law and Malcolm Ferreira, Radio Announcer/DJ is aiming to capture a diverse range of musical styles with a line up of 35 categories for which artiste will be shortlist for Awards on November 30th. The period under consideration for these awards is January 1, 2004 to December 30, 2006.
Local Disc Jockeys, Radio Announcers, Recording Studios, Record Bars and the public participation at large will feature prominently in determining who the winners will since they all play an important role in the music industry.
An eligible artiste for the purpose of these nominations is defined as:
1. A person who was either born in Guyana; or attain naturalization status and or;
2. A person who has lived in Guyana for the full eligibility period (January 1, 2004 to December 30, 2007)
The Nominations Panel comprises individuals with good standing, demonstrated expertise and knowledge of the overall industry or individual categories. The panel will forward their top five (5) suggestions in each category to the Executive Committee which will then select the top three (3) in every category to present to the public.
Artiste may be eligible for any number of general categories. Where there are fewer than the minimum required amount of eligible entries the panel may use deliberate judgement, including making the entry automatically eligible in the same category for the following year.
Once again Guyana will be making its mark in the international arena by rewarding artistic excellence in the music industry through a premier event comparable to international Award shows such as the Grammy’s and the one produced by BET.
Indeed, the line up of fantastic performances will represent a climax for the local entertainment diehards and at the same time promote and represent a hype for the local music industry. Guyanese are asked to prepare themselves for an event which can only be billed as an excellent experience – from red carpet entrances to outstanding local and regional performances from a mind blowing awards ceremony to international celebrity endorsements.
The music industry is at a critical crossroad and deserves every effort to highlight its achievements, motivate its artistes, elevate standards, encourage artistic excellence and utilize talents that may be inclined to engage in negative endeavours.
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Here is the complete list of categories for Accolade Awards 2008
1. Chutney artiste of the year (Male)
2. Chutney artiste of the year (Female)
3. Best Chutney Band of the year
4. Best Chutney Album of the year
5. Best groovy soca single (Male)
6. Best groovy soca single (Female)
7. Soca single of the year
8. Best soca album solo duo or group
9. Best reggae single
10. Best soca compilation
11. Best non soca compilation
12. Reggae artiste of the year
13. Best rock alternative artiste or band
14. Best jazz album
15. Gospel artiste of the year (Male)
16. Gospel artiste of the year (Female)
17. Gospel single of the year
18. Best RnB artiste of the year
19. Best Calypso artiste of the year (Male)
20. Best Calypso Artiste of the year (Female)
21. Best Hip Hop/Rap artiste of the year
22. Living legends award
23. Cornerstone award
24. Band of the year
25. Producer of the year
26. Media award print/internet
27. Media Award- radio/television
28. Best new artiste
29. Best music video
30. Song of the year
31. Studio of the year
32. Album of the year
33. Entertainer of the year
34. Lifetime achievement award
35. Best Dancehall artiste of the year