The Caribbean Elite Group has introduced the primary wave of honorees for the 2025 Caribbean Music Awards, recognizing a few of the area’s most iconic and influential artists for his or her enduring contributions to Caribbean music and tradition.
Dancehall legend Bounty Killer will obtain the Lifetime Achievement Award, honoring his groundbreaking function in shaping the worldwide dancehall panorama. The award comes as he prepares for his extremely anticipated return to the U.S. stage after fifteen years. The veteran artist is about to carry out at Barclays Heart in Brooklyn on July 5, as a part of the Reggae Fest live performance collection.
Additionally being honored is Austin “Tremendous Blue” Lyons, the Trinidadian soca pioneer extensively credited with creating the style’s now-standard “bounce and wave” custom. His 1991 hit “Get One thing and Wave” ignited a carnival motion that continues to energise world celebrations. Tremendous Blue will obtain the esteemed Calypso Honors award.
Kerwin Du Bois, recognized for his multi-genre versatility and hit-making prowess as a producer and composer, shall be acknowledged with a Producer Honor for his dynamic affect on Caribbean music manufacturing.
The third annual Caribbean Music Awards, dubbed “Caribbean Music’s Largest Night time,” will happen at Kings Theatre in Brooklyn on August 28, 2025. Tickets are on sale now through Kings Theatre’s official website.
The 2025 version of the annual occasion proudly showcases over 200 nominees throughout greater than 40 classes. Voting wrapped up final month, giving members the chance to pick out their favourite artists in every class. This 12 months noticed a formidable 73% improve in voting in comparison with earlier years, a transparent signal of the occasion’s vital and constant progress. Masicka and Shenseea lead the cost with seven nominations every, whereas Patrice Roberts and Kes intently comply with with six nominations apiece. Notable artists similar to Vybz Kartel, Buju Banton, Nailah Blackman, Power Regulation, and Kranium have additionally made their mark, every receiving 5 nominations.
Organizers promise extra thrilling bulletins within the weeks forward, together with further performers and tributes because the countdown to the August awards night time continues.
