The Grammy’s are coming and I’m sure I’m not the only one who is slightly disappointed with the nominees. Every year, it’s a race between some artists who deserve to be recognized for their work and others who are spotlighted for their overnight success. There are millions of undiscovered bands/artists who only dream to have their own chance at gracing the Grammy stage, and since the industry is so over-saturated with talent, it’s hard for anyone to imagine holding the famous golden statue. I want more when it comes to music awards. This year, instead of rolling my eyes while watching untalented artists win awards, I’m throwing my own award ceremony. Let’s shed some light on the much deserved talent that worked their asses off playing on small stages or straining their vocal chords just so you could hear an encore. This is the Sounds That Matter Music Awards; let’s celebrate the music that gets us through our lives.
Each category will list five nominees. Fans will vote on their favorite nominee and the winners will be chosen on February 12. The winners of each category will be spotlighted on Sounds That Matter for the rest of the month. Here is the really exciting part. The award for Artist Of The Year will win a prize package that’s perfect for any tour: Includes a $100 gas card, alcohol (if you don’t drink, then something else will be provided), snacks, movies, and drum roll please….the ultimate exposure on your band! You will be featured as the Artist Of The Month for March plus your banner will be live on the website. I wish you all the best of luck and may the best of the best win.
AND THE WINNERS ARE…
Artist Of The Year – Gun Lake
Record Of The Year – No One Listens to the Band Anymore by The Damnwells
Song Of The Year – Werewolves by The Damnwells
Best Duo – Bella Ruse
Best Vocal – Gun Lake
Best Band – Gun Lake
Best Solo Artist – Kristen May
Best New Artist – The Mount Rushmores
Best Video – The Greatest Way by Squid the Whale
Most Anticipated Album – The Daylight EP by Andrew Belle
Congratulations to all of the winners! East of the winners will be spotlighted on the front page of Sounds That Matter for the rest of February. Look out for their features all this week. The breakout band, Gun Lake, will be the Artist Of The Month for March. Along with that, they will receive a special care package including some cash, alcohol, snacks, and maybe a few more surprises!
Thank you all so much for participating in the Awards this year! Its been such a fun experience. Until next year music lovers…
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I love Daniella Mason!
Kristen May ALWAYS!
Kristen May gave us the pleasure of a house concert and played some of her beautiful new songs. She was amazing!
The Damnwells should win every award ever. Just saying
RODEO RUBY LOVE ALL THE WAY!!!!
Not only does Brandon (frontman) of The BGP have an incredible vocal range, but all the guys in the band can sing. Amazing live shows!
Rodeo Ruby Love ROCKS!!!
The best band 2011/2012
Not A Planet is awesome! Great groovin’!
Excellent Group on the upward swing.
Kristen May has it all! love that girl!
Lovin me some Not A Planet
I love the BGP. If you have not heard them, you need to. Very talented! Way to go BGP!
Kristen May has one of the most beautiful voices you’ll ever hear.
The Mount Rushmores for best new band, so full of heart, they truly deserve it!
MT. Rushmores ALL THE WAY!!
The Mount Rushmores have my heart.
The Mount Rushmores is where it’s at
Kristen May all the way! (See how I made that rhyme)
The Mount Rushmores for New Artist!
NAP 4evar
Kristen May!
Which animals?? These animals. These Animals are seriously great. Artist of the year fosho.
Heard THESE ANIMALS at The Bowery Electric last week….AWESOME BAND…Artist of the Year and BEST BAND ….. INCREDIBLE !!
Look Out – “They Might Be Giants…” here comes THESE ANIMALS !!
Just found out that we’re playing a show in Hattiesburg with the Mount Rushmores next month. I’m excited to meet those guys.
Love Those Animals
Andrew Belle is a very talented singer.
He is one of the best that has come along in quite awhile. Can’t wait for Daylight to hit the charts. He is the GREATEST.
I agree with everyone who likes the Mount Rushmores.
MOUNT RUSHMORES IS WHERE IT’S AT!! IF YOU DON’T KNOW NOW YOU KNOW!!!
Soft Skills get my vote for New Artist of the Year. Seriously, have you heard these guys? Amazing, absolutely amazing!
These Animals-Jon Rick rocks!!
MOUNT RUSHMORES!!!!! Look out America, your face is about to get rocked off
The Mt. Rushmores have some serious skills, funnest show i’ve ever been to!
The Mount Rushmores. all the way.
New Artist of the Year definitely belongs to the Mount Rushmores!
Bella Ruse! No contest!
The Mt. Rushmores and Matthew Mayfield.. That’s all that needs to be said.
Mt. Rushmores all day, every day
Listen to all these bands!! They are all very good!!
If you haven’t heard Bella Ruse be sure to check them out, so talented and adorable!
Mt Rushmores!!!!!
The Mt. Rushmores…..For Sure!!!!
Bella Ruse must win. Their music is awesome. I think tis the best music happened to me since 2009.
Can’t wait for “War Dancer”. I feel in love so hard with the tracks I’ve heard thus far.
I raise my whiskey glass to you, Jesse Thomas!
Let’s not kid oursevlves…BELLA RUSE baby! Two words: Bella Ruse One word: Vote
Really looking forward to “War Dancer” from this girl: http://www.iamjessethomas.com/
I’ve seen her live and she’s great!
Jesse Thomas! Jesse Thomas! Jesse Thomas!
jesse thomas is where it’s at!!! amazing voice, and lyrics that everyone can relate to. love her
Elk and Boar rocks my socks. Elk and Boar should play a show at a sock hop
ELK AND BOAR ARE SO DESERVING OF BEST DUO.
KIRSTEN WENLOCK IS AMAZING
TRAVIS ROCKS