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[Austin, Texas] — The prestigious W.A.M. Awards are thrilled to unveil the highly anticipated list of nominees for the 2023 edition, spotlighting exceptional independent artists from around the globe. This year's nominees encompass an array of genres and categories, reflecting the diverse and remarkable talent thriving within the independent music scene. The W.A.M. Awards, dedicated to recognizing outstanding achievements in music, evaluate nominees based on the following criteria:
Artistry
Musicianship
Originality
Professionalism
Diversity
Excellence
Nominees for Best Song in Various Categories Include:
Americana/Folk
Rosco Johnny - "Drive"
Cody Summer - "Way Down The River"
Sara Rodenburg - "Worlds Collide"
Justin Blazer (feat. Natalie Jean, Kitt Wakeley) - "Never Get Away"
Happy Curmudgeons - "All On You"
Adult Contemporary
The Spark Sisters - "Flower"
Katie Ainge - "Moving In Reverse"
Pauline Frechette - "Spring Awakening"
Elizabeth South - "Dare to Go"
Country
Brooke Hatala - "Single Girls"
Sam Cary - "When I Meet Myself Again"
Donnie Lee Strickland - "Warm Tears And Cold Beers"
Amber Rae Dunn - "Memphis Tennessee"
Cover Song
Cynthia Basinet - "You Belong To Me"
Rosco Johnny - "Boys Of The Summer"
Sara Gordon - "I Want To Hold Your Hand"
Carrie Marshall - "Jolene"
Gospel / Christian / Inspirational
Katy Crawford - "One Step Closer"
Casttro - "Promise"
The Licata Brothers - "Repair for Refuge"
Elizabeth Shepherd - "Three Things"
Holiday Song (Original)
Raquel Aurilia - "Can't Wait For Christmas"
JuiceThaBlackBeethoven - "Dancin With Dracula"
Allan Corby - "Fifth on the Fourth"
RVKAH - "Christmas Love"
Instrumental
Bonnie Myne - "Perception"
Cecil V Abhishek - "Bloodruch"
Chasm - "Mountains"
Peter Xifaris - "While My Guitar Weeps For Mehdi Rajabian"
Karen Jamali - "Angel Adnachiel (The Angel of Adventure)"
Love Song
Amber Rae Dunn - "My Ryan"
RVKAH - "LOVE"
Katie Ainge - "Fond of You"
Kama Tala - "Inside Out"
Pop/EDM
Taydem Shoesmith - "Are You Clapping"
Daniel de Boer - "Fly Away"
Andie Mackenzie - "Steps of Her Brownstone"
Jordan Massey - "Holding My Breath"
R&B / Soul
Mama There Goes That Band - "Heart Speak"
Shana Gourdine - "Not Anymore"
Fat Cat Affair - "I Wonder"
Rap / Hip Hop
OGUgly - "Hate This"
ClipKingz - "Float"
Ace Jones - "Pray For My Enemies"
Rice Feat. Sean Kingston - "Next 2 Paradise"
Rock / Indie Rock / Alternative / Metal
The Reverent - "Visions"
The Union of Sinners and Saints - "One More Shot"
dogbeach ft. Livi Helper - "Shame"
E.I.D. - "Fire Your Guns"
Mary Ann - "Wake Up Call"
Singer-Songwriter / Folk
Olivia Frances - "Breathing Room"
Andie Mackenzie - "Do Your Worst"
Helena Kletch - "Otherside"
Fat Cat Affair - "Up At Dawn"
Social Justice / Peace
Peter Xifaris - "While My Guitar Weeps For Mehdi Rajabian"
Coast 2 Coast feat. The Fantastic Gems - "Save the Children"
Jay "Blue Jay" Jourden - "It's All About We"
Darla Z - "To All The Gabby's in the World"
World / Reggae
S.J. Jananiy - "Kelunga Kelunga"
Reggae Force - "The Game is Over"
Orchestra Fuego - "Con Ella Quiero Bailar Ft. Jose Alberto"
Palmer - "At First Light"
W.A.M. Awards Podcast Cerermony Stay tuned for the announcement of the W.A.M. Award winners during Indie Talk Podcast's W.A.M. Awards Ceremony Special on Sunday, November 5th, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. The Nominees will be announced. Awards will be allocated to each nominee and the Gold Winners' songs will be featured during the podcast which will be distributed to 15 National Podcast stations. The Grand Prize Winner will be revealed at the conclusion of the show. Save the date!
About W.A.M. Awards The W.A.M. (We Are the Music Makers) Awards celebrate independent artists who exemplify excellence in music across various genres. Established with the goal of recognizing outstanding talent and promoting the diverse world of independent music, the W.A.M. Awards serve as a platform for independent musicians to shine on a global stage. For more information about the W.A.M. Awards and updates, please visit wam-awards.com.
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