Nominations will soon open for the inaugural Wiltshire Music Awards 2025.
Musicians from Salisbury are being invited to join the inaugural countywide award which aims to recognise local music talent.
Wiltshire Music Events UK say, "It is overdue to acknowledge and celebrate the creativity, innovation and dedication of musicians, music promoters, and venues in Wiltshire."
They have created The Wiltshire Music Awards, an annual award ceremony reflecting and commemorating musical talent within the county.
Nominations are open for the ceremony from 1st May 2025, and will close on 10th June 2025. A spokesperson said, "We are excited to unveil the categories, which reflect the diverse ways people bring music to life within their respective communities, county-wide.
"These awards will recognise the individuals, groups and organisations whose efforts make a real difference. If you know someone you believe deserves recognition, or want to showcase your group, this is your chance to give them the spotlight they deserve."
Wiltshire Music Events calls for anyone promoting music locally to get involved and help create diversity and coverage for their own communities. A panel of professionals from across the county will be elected to assist in judging the nominations. With a finale date of Saturday 25th October, when an award ceremony will take place, central to the county, at the Corn Exchange, Devizes.
Nominating will be easy and online. Nominees will be able to submit as many entries as they like.
The 2025 Categories are:
- Best Solo Male Artist
- Best Solo Female Artist
- Best Covers Band
- Best Original Band
- Best Duo
- Rising Star / Newcomer
- Tribute Artist /Band
- Best Music Venue
- Best Original Song
- Best Vocalist
- Best Guitarist
- Best Bassist
- Best Drummer
- Best Instrumentalist
- Best Original Song
- Best DJ
- Lifetime Achievement Award
- Outstanding Contribution to the Wiltshire Music Scene
- Outstanding Contribution to Music in the Community
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