Meet the Next Generation of Music Stars Shaking Up the Industry!
- 41 nominees have been selected across 11 categories by our panel of industry experts.
- Judges include: Eve, Amelia Dimoldenberg, BICEP, Giles Peterson, Jordan Stephens (Rizzle Kicks), and many more.
- The Youth Music Awards will take place on Wednesday, 16 October 2024, at Troxy, London.
Explore the various awards below to discover the incredible nominees and the awards they’re up for. We’re thrilled to showcase the next generation of the music industry in association with Hal Leonard Europe.
Music Video Award in partnership with Notion
For an outstanding music video that features a Youth Music funded artist or has been created by a Youth Music funded project.
Lyricist Award sponsored by PRS for Music
For outstanding lyrics in an original track by an artist or group involved in a Youth Music funded project.
Original Track Award (Solo) sponsored by Levi’s®
For a track written and recorded by a solo artist from a Youth Music funded project.
Original Track Award (Group) sponsored by Marshall Amplification
For a track written and recorded by a group (two or more people).
Music Producer Award sponsored by AlphaTheta
For outstanding technical skills in music production, engineering, mixing and/or mastering.
Rising Star Award (Artist) Sponsored by LCCM
For a rising musical group or solo artist from a Youth Music-funded project that is making waves in the music industry.
Rising Star Award (Industry) sponsored by Songkick
For a young person from a Youth Music funded project who is making waves in a behind-the-scenes role within the music industry.
Young Leader Award sponsored by Rocksteady
For a young person who has demonstrated great leadership skills as a project participant.
Inspirational Music Leader Award sponsored by the Musicians' Union
For a music leader who inspires project participants through their actions, creativity, determination, positivity, energy, selflessness or ability to overcome challenges.
Outstanding Project Award sponsored by PPL
For a Youth Music funded project that pushes the boundaries to promote inclusive music making.
Social Action Award sponsored by Hal Leonard Europe
For an individual, collective or project that has made an outstanding commitment to local community and/or social justice issues.
Travel Fund sponsored by Sony Music
Sponsorship from Sony Music Entertainment will enable nominees from across the UK to overcome financial barriers and attend the Youth Music Awards.
Youth Music NextGen Creatives sponsored by Live Nation
As part of the Youth Music Awards, we offer 18-25 year old creatives paid opportunities to work on the event, alongside a team of experienced professionals.
Live Performances sponsored by Ticketmaster
Ticketmaster will be support the next generation of grassroots artists to perform the the Youth Music Awards 2024.
Brochure sponsored by RSL Awards
The Youth Music Awards brochure is the ultimate guide to the event, detailing the judging panel, shortlisted nominees, category sponsors, the night's performers, and afterparty,
Admissions sponsored by Yoto
The Admission Sponsorship ensures that everyone who has been a part of the award nominees' journey can be there to witness their success.
Grassroots Hero Award
The Grassroots Hero Award recognises an outstanding individual who has advocated for young people and supported the grassroots music scene.