The British Country Music Association (BCMA) has just announced the nominations for the 2024 awards, and the excitement is building within the UK country music community. This year’s nominees highlight a blend of seasoned performers and emerging artists, reflecting the genre’s rich diversity and talent.
About the BCMA
The British Country Music Association (BCMA) is dedicated to promoting and supporting country music in the UK. Established in 1971, the BCMA plays a pivotal role in nurturing homegrown talent and celebrating the genre’s growth and diversity. They organize various events, including the prestigious BCMA Awards, which recognize outstanding achievements by artists, musicians, and industry professionals. The association also provides a platform for networking, education, and collaboration within the country music community, helping to elevate the genre’s profile both nationally and internationally.
UK Best Female
The competition for UK Best Female is fierce, with nominees including:
UK Best Male
In the UK Best Male category, the nominees are:
UK Duo/Trio
The nominees for UK Duo/Trio are:
UK Group
The UK Group category features:
Best UK Musician
Recognizing instrumental talent, the Best UK Musician nominees are:
- Tyler Spicer
- Luke Thomas
- Stephen J Marks
- Drew Palmer
- Michael Clancy
UK Best Entertainer
For UK Best Entertainer, the nominees include:
- Kezia Gill
- Jade Helliwell
- Emilia Quinn
- Laketown
- Jake O’Neill
International Album
The International Album category showcases:
- Carly Pearce / Hummingbird
- Maggie Baugh / Dear Me
- Dan Smalley / State of Country Music
- Luke Combs / Father & Sons
- Ashley McBryde / The Devil I Know
UK Album
The nominees for UK Album are:
- Jack Browning / Red Eye Radio
- Megan Lee / Origin
- Emilia Quinn / Wanderlust and Breaking Rules
- Kezia Gill / Misfit
- Emma Jane / Grow
International Song
In the International Song category, the nominees are:
- Ella Langley & Riley Green / You Look Like You Love Me
- Chris Stapleton / White Horse
- Post Malone & Morgan Wallen / I Had Some Help
- Jeremy McComb / Granite Stone
- Jessica Lynn / Never Said It’d Be Easy
UK Song
The UK Song category features:
- Katie Rigby / Pastlife Cowgirl
- Emma Jane / Beautiful Chaos
- Jake O’Neill / Leave This Town
- Jade Helliwell / Heroes & Heroines
- Matt Hodges / The Truths Behind Your Eyes
UK Best Festival
Celebrating the best in live music, the UK Best Festival nominees are:
- Black Deer
- Buckle & Boots
- Country on the Coast
- The Long Road
- West Country Country Music Festival
UK Best Photographer
The nominees for UK Best Photographer are:
- Little Ninja / Jill Gibbons
- Tamography / Tammy Barker
- John Kennett
- DC Brown
- Charlotte Lehmann
UK Best Radio Presenter
Recognizing excellence in broadcasting, the UK Best Radio Presenter nominees are:
- Hannah Roper (Express FM)
- Mark Dare (Various)
- Matt Clewes (Clewes’ Country)
- Madeleine Molly (Wizard Radio)
- Harry Colley (Mix 56)
UK Best Radio Station
Finally, the UK Best Radio Station nominees are:
- Country Line Radio
- UKCountryRadio.com
- Wizard Radio
- Absolute Country
- Express FM
The 2024 British CMA Awards promise to be a spectacular event, celebrating the best in UK and international country music. Last year’s winners can be found here. The ceremony will take place later this year, and fans are eagerly awaiting to see who will take home the coveted awards. Stay tuned to countrymusic.co.uk for more updates and in-depth coverage of the British CMA Awards 2024. Who are you rooting for this year? Let us know in the comments!
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