Caribbean Music Awards

The organizers of the Caribbean Music Awards have revealed an impressive lineup of nominees across multiple genres, with the winners set to be crowned at a gala ceremony in Brooklyn, New York on August 28, 2025.

The nominations reflect the vibrant diversity of Caribbean music, with heavyweight contenders in Soca, Dancehall, Reggae, and Bouyon categories.

In the Soca Video of the Year category, Patrice Roberts’ “Anxiety” will compete against Nailah Blackman’s “Best Self” and Bunji Garlin’s “Carnival Contract,” among others.

Meanwhile, the Dancehall Video of the Year nominees include Valiant’s “Muhammad,” Shenseea’s “Hit and Run,” and the collaboration between Kranium and Chronic Law titled “Higher Life.”

The Male Soca Artist of the Year category features established stars Kes, Bunji Garlin, Mr Killa, and Skinny Fabulous, alongside rising talent Mical Teja. For Female Soca Artist of the Year, the competition includes Nailah Blackman, Patrice Roberts, Nadia Batson, and Destra Garcia. Read More