Submissions now open for A2IM independent music Libera Awards 2024

A2IM (The American Association of Independent Music) is now accepting submissions for the 2024 Libera Awards, the premier awards for independent music in the United States.

Launched in 2012, this year’s A2IM Libera Awards will feature the addition of three categories.

• Best Record From Games and Interactive Media will recognize the growing importance of video game music and honor outstanding original music composed for video games. 
• Publisher of the Year will honor the publishing company that has demonstrated exceptional commitment to songwriters, composers, and the broader independent industry. 
• Distributor of the Year will celebrate the distributor that has made significant contributions to the distribution of independent music.

“The Libera Awards show is the biggest night of the year for independent music. An opportunity to celebrate the incredible talent, diversity, creativity, and hard work that takes place throughout the year. And an opportunity for us all to gather in one place and embrace the strength of our community,” said Dr. Richard James Burgess, MBE, President and CEO of A2IM.

The Libera Awards submission deadline is December 4, 2023. Details on eligibility and how to submit work for consideration can be found here.

Bruce Houghton is the Founder and Editor of Hypebot, a Senior Advisor at Bandsintown, President of the Skyline Artists Agency, and a Berklee College Of Music professor.