LIGHTS....CAMERA.... ACTION.... The Nominees of The Black Music Awards 2013 in Atlanta,GA

The Black Music Association & Academy of America Release the Official List of Nominees for the 1st Black Music Awards (BMA) in Atlanta, GA., on December 1, 2013, at Center Stage.
By: APM Public Relations-Angela P. Moore-Thorpe
 
 
Black Music Awards - Atlanta
Black Music Awards - Atlanta
ATLANTA - Nov. 19, 2013 - PRLog -- The Black Music Association & Academy of America (BMA) proudly present the first ever "Atlanta Black Music Awards Show” on Sunday, December 1, 2013, at Center Stage Theater.  The BMA released their list of nominees for the 1st Black Music Awards and voting is ongoing.

The Black Music Awards promise to be an extravagant night filled with many memorable moments. The event will honor and celebrate past, present and future icons in the music industry.  The star-studded lineup of performers and presenters for the first Black Music Awards spotlights some of Atlanta's best.

"These outstanding artists deserve recognition for their success and this event will celebrate their accomplishments," says Shanta Hereford, president of the Atlanta Chapter of the American Black Music Association & Academy of the Arts."Although some of our nominees are extremely popular in the entertainment world, the Black Music Awards will give many of the newer artists a stepping stone to much bigger and better things.”

One recipient in each category will hold the award title for the next year based on the voting system. The voting process includes a public involvement component and interested fans are encouraged to visit the Black Music Awards' website to vote at http://BMAATL.com.  The voting process, which is open and continues through midnight on Saturday, November 30, 2013.

“I think the public vote is very important,” says Hereford.  "It proves that the artists have a connection with their fans."

Presenters for this star-studded event include WBO Boxing Champ Demetrius Andrade, Atlanta's first Platinum Group - Brick, Mrs. Georgia US United 2012- Nancy Klausner, Kari Wells of Bravo TV's Married to Medicine, Jazz Great Russel Blake, Harlem Globe Trotter's Tammy Brawner, and Actress Lisa Lauren Smith of BET's Let's Stay Together, Music Mogul Ian Burke, Music Mogul Kevin Shine, Youth Entertainment Journalist Shay'na Fields, Mrs. Bo Talley, and many others.  Additionally, performers include Four-time Grammy Award-winning Artist Regina Belle, The Tams, Case, Dave Tolliver, Uncle Reece, Kelani, and many other artists will perform at the event.  The 14 Karat Gold Band will serve as the House Band for the night. BET/Def Comedy Jam Comedian “Pierre” will be the evening's host.  Ms. Nickee of Diva Day International will host the red carpet.

The Red Carpet Event & VIP Reception is from 4:30-5:45 pm.  The awards show kicks off at 6:00 pm sharp. Enclave Lounge, 62 Third St Atlanta GA will host the After Party; as well as the Pre-Party events on Friday and Saturday night.  Award show honorees include Atlanta Icons'  The Tams and Organized Noize; Black Music Hall of Fame recipient “Regina Belle”; Janice Mathis, Leadership Award;  Brick andEric 'Wabejon' Miller-Living Legend Award; Tony 'G Boy' Gordon - Atlanta Icon Award.   Mr. Joe Beasley will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award.

For more information on voting, the awards, or sponsorships, visit http://bmaatl.com. Purchase tickets at www.Ticketmaster.com or http://bmmatl.com.

The 2013 Atlanta Black Music Award Nominees have been announced!

Who should win the "BMA Young Stars Award"?
Jabias da Kidd
China Anne McLain
OMG Girls
Chloe and Halle Baile
Torion
Chate­jah George "Taj"
Malachiae

Who should win the "BMA Artist on the Verge of Breaking Award"?
Jacquees
ScottyATL
Bianca Star
Che Mack
Dondria
Lucky
Vacancy
Noralynn Rowe
Immeasurable
Poka Jones

Who is the "2013 BMA Atlanta Entertainer of the Year"?
Yolanda Adams
T.I
Future
2 Chainz
Dottie Peoples
Trinidad Jame
August Alsina
Rich Homie Quan

Who is Atlanta's Top Radio Personality?
Emperor Searcy
Ryan Cameron
DJ Holiday
Greg Street
Rickey Smiley
The Durtty Boyz
Steve Harvey

Who is Atlanta's Top Music Producer?
Luney Tune
Drumma Boy
Dallas Austin
Polow Da Don
Nick Fury
Sonny Digital

Who is Atlanta's Best Male Soul Artist?
King Malachi
D. Maestro
Heston
Travis Wright
Anthony David
Anthony Q

Who is Atlanta's Best Female Soul Artist?
Eva Kennedy
Syleena Johnson
Phillippia Williams
Janelle Monae
Avery Sunshine
Julie Dexter
Angie Stone

Who is Atlanta's Best Soul Band?
The Teddy White Band
The Soul Purpose Band
Atlanta Soul Band
Mo'Sol Band
Crystal Clear Band
The Answer Band
Drakarr & An Experience

Who is Atlanta's Top Spoken Word Artist?
Tommy Bottoms
Abyss Graham
Lyrical the Lyricist
Audaciously Speaking
Georgia Me
Malik Saalam
Jam Poet

Who is Atlanta's Best R&B Male Artist?
Lloyd
Bobby V
Jason Weaver
J. Hardin
August Alsina
Ray Lavender
Musiq
Dream

Who is Atlanta's Best Female R&B Artist?
Monica
Keri Hilson
KeKe Wyatt
K. Michelle
Ciara
Kandi Buress

Who is Atlanta's Best R&B Group?
112
Jagged Edge
TLC
Xscape
Cherish
Silk
Brutha

Who is Atlanta's Best Male Pop/Alt. Music Artist?
B.O.B
Usher
Cee Lo
Cody Chestnutt
Johnta Austin
Lil Jon

Who is Atlanta's Best Female Pop/Alt. Music Artist?
Lucky
Janelle Monae
Kelli Savage
N'Dea Davenport
Nivea
D. Woods

Who is Atlanta's Best Pop/Alt. Music Band?
The A-Town A-List
Enturaj
The Neons
Exclusive
Drakarr & An Experience
Arrested Development

Who is Atlanta's Top International Artist?
No Phear
Red Rat
Rochelle
Jack Radics
Ken Serious
Joseph's Quote
Ras Rebel
Joseline Hernandez

Who is Atlanta's Top International Group?
The Apostles
Temple Yard
Suave Band
South Sudan Band
E.B Boys
Seed & Soi

Who is Atlanta's Best Male Blues Artist?
Eddie Tigner
Chick Willis
Tommy Brown
Frank “Frankie Lee” Robinson, Jr.,
Theodis Ealey
Harvey Scales

Who is Atlanta's Best Female Blues Artist?
Sweet Betty Journey
Sandra Hall
Beverly "Guitar" Watson
Francine Reed
Precious Bryant
Lola Gulley

Who is Atlanta's Best Blues Band?
The Breeze Kings
Frankie's Blues Mission
Billy George & Mo Lightin
The Cazanovas
The Mudcats
Burnt Bacon

Who is Atlanta's Best Male Jazz Artist?
Ramsey Lewis
Danny Harper
Craig Shaw
Ramon Pooser
Gary Motley
Dee Lucas

Who is Atlanta's Best Female Jazz Artist?
Gabbie McGee
Shirley Diamond
Audrey Shakir
Rita Graham
Kemba Cofield
Chanda McKnight

Who is Atlanta's Best Jazz Band?
Madoca & Co
Diane Mcintosh Band
The Kerry Hill Band
Femme De La Funk
Epitome Jazz Band
Tempest

24. Who is Atlanta's Best Male Gospel Artist?
Adeion Hill
Canton Jones
Lacrea
DeWayne Woods
Montel Jordan
Lowell Pye

Who is Atlanta's Best Female Gospel Artist?
Tasha Cobb
Yolanda Adams
Dottie Peoples
LaShun Pace
Pauline Key
Monica Lisa Stevenson

Who is Atlanta's Best Gospel Band or Group?
The Annointed Pace Sister
David Walker & High Praise
James Pullin & Remnant
The Wardlaw Brothers
Nu Purpose
Immeasurable

Who is Atlanta's Top Gospel Choir?
Anointed Voices of Tabernacle Baptist Choir
Atlanta West Sanctaury Choir
Anointed High Praisers of Greater Cleveland Avenue Christian Church
Ebonite Gospel Choir
Atlanta Mass Choir
Atlanta GMWA Mass Choi

Who is Atlanta's Best Rap/Hip Hop Male Artist?
Future
B.O.B
2 Chainz
T.I
Jeezy
Shawty Lo
Rich Homie Quan
Killer Mike
Ludacris

Who is Atlanta's Best Female Rap/Hip Hop Artist?
Diamond
Khia
Rasheeda
Che Mack
Gangsta Boo
KK Holiday
Deja Vu
Da Brat

Who is Atlanta's Best Rap/Hip Hop Group?
Goodie Mob
Travis Porter
Outkast
The Migos
Dem Franchise Boyz
The Rich Kids

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