Mpumalanga gears up to host Metro FM Music Awards on Freedom Day

Urban radio station Metro FM has finally announced the nominees for the 2024 instalment of the much anticipated Metro FM Music Awards, to the held yet again in Mpumalanga Province – a place for a rising sun. The SABC station revelled the line up of nominees at the recent announcement party in Bryanston, Johanneburg, which was attended by industry heavyweights and media personalities. These nominations feature music singles and albums released between 28 February 2023 and 28 February 2024.

Internationally acclaimed singer and Grammy award winner, Tyla, received six (6) nominations for the song ‘Water’. The nomination came in categories of Song of the Year, Best Female Artist, Best Music Video, Best Viral Challenge and Artist of the Year.

Amapiano is at the forefront with both Kabza the Small and Tyler ICU receiving five (5) nominations each. Kabza the Small received nominations for Best Produced Album, Best Collaboration, Song of the Year, Best Amapiano – all the for the song ‘Imithandazo’ featuring Mthunzi. Kabza the Small was also nominated for Best Male Artist.

Inkabi Zezwe, Sjava and Big Zulu bagged four (4) impressive nominations, two (2) for ‘Ukhamba’ – Best Produced Album and Best African Pop. They were also nominated for Best Collaboration for the song ‘Umbayi Mbayi’.

Full nominees list, visit www.metrofmmusicawards.co.za

According to Metro FM Business Manager, Ms Kina Nhlengethwa, the METRO FM Music Awards serve as a celebration of the vibrant tapestry of South African music, where melodies become bridges that connect hearts and souls. “It’s a platform where artists, both established and emerging, showcase their passion and talent, igniting a symphony of inspiration and creativity. Beyond the glitz and glamour, these awards embody the relentless pursuit of excellence and the unwavering dedication to craft.”, says Nhlengethwa.

Nhlengethwa further stated, “We were delighted with the quality of the entries and the music. The artists that have been entered are truly of a world-class standard that competes with the rest of the musical world.”

The 2024 edition theme of the awards was also revealed during the nominee announcement. This year’s theme is ‘Black To The Future’, which celebrates the achievements and contributions of black artists in the music industry by highlighting, excellence, creativity, and impact.

In partnership with the Mpumalanga Provincial Government, in association with the Motsepe Foundation, the Metro FM Music Awards 2024 will take place on 27 April 2024 at Mbombela Stadium in Mpumalanga and will be broadcast live on SABC1. In the effort to continuously add more value to the awards the winners of each category will receive R50 000, and the Song of the year winner will walk away with R150 000, courtesy of Motsepe Foundation. In addition, SANTAM is sponsoring the Best New Artist category.