Motown Gospel Triumphs at 2024 Stellar Awards
Motown Gospel had a remarkable impact during the Stellar Awards 2024, celebrating a night of exceptional achievement in the gospel music industry. The label, known for its dedication to uplifting and inspiring music, garnered numerous accolades, reflecting the exceptional talent and hard work of its artists.
Important Victories for Tye Tribbett and Ricky Dillard
One of the highlights of the evening was the recognition of Tye Tribbettwho swept the awards with six wins, including Artist of the Year and Song of the Year for his hit single Only One Night Tho (Live). In addition to the accolades, Tribbett also received the prestigious James Cleveland Lifetime Achievement Icon Award, cementing his legacy in the gospel music community.
Ricky Dillard also had a memorable night, taking home two awards for Traditional Choir of the Year and Choir of the Year. Dillard’s exceptional leadership and musical direction have made his choral performances a staple of gospel music, earning him well-deserved recognition. This success at the Stellar Awards 2024 is a testament to Motown Gospel’s continued influence in the industry.
Tasha Cobbs Leonard and Other Honorees
Moreover, Tasha Cobbs Leonard received the Rap/Hip-Hop Song of the Year award for “Your Power,” his collaboration with American rapper and recording artist Lecrae that won a Grammy earlier this year. The win solidifies Motown Gospel’s position as a pillar of the genre. Other artists such as Melvin Crispell III and Lisa Knowles-Smith were also honored, confirming the diversity and depth of talent within the label.
Memorable Performances of the Evening
The ceremony of Stellar Awards 2024, co-hosted by Loni Love and Rickey Smiley, featured spellbinding performances by Chandler MooreKaren Clark Sheard, Kierra Sheard, Anthony Brown and group therAPy, among others.
These performances captured the vibrant and dynamic essence of gospel music, providing the audience with an unforgettable evening. In addition, emerging artists were also given the opportunity to shine, adding a touch of novelty to the event.
Full List of Winners
The complete list of winners of the Stellar Awards 2024 includes:
1. ARTIST OF THE YEAR – Tye Tribbett; All Things New (Live Album); Motown Gospel
2. SONG OF THE YEAR – Only One Night Tho (Live); Tye Tribbett; Motown Gospel
3. MALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR – Melvin Crispell III; No Failure; RCA Inspiration
4. FEMALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR – Jekalyn Carr; JEKALYN; Waynorth Music
5. DUO/CHORUS GROUP OF THE YEAR – The Walls Group; Four Walls; My Block Inc.
6. NEW ARTIST OF THE YEAR – Jovonta Patton; Established; Newton Street Entertainment/MNRK
7. ALBUM OF THE YEAR – All Things New (Live Album); Tye Tribbett; Motown Gospel
8. CHOIR OF THE YEAR – Ricky Dillard; Choirmaster II; Motown Gospel
9. PRODUCER OF THE YEAR – Warryn Campbell; I Love You; My Block Inc.
10. CONTEMPORARY DUO/CHORUS GROUP OF THE YEAR – Anthony Brown & group therAPy; Affirmations; Key of A/Tyscot/FairTrade
11. TRADITIONAL DUO/CHORUS GROUP OF THE YEAR – Lisa Knowles-Smith & The Brown Singers; Live in Memphis 2; EvoWorld Entertainment, Inc
12. CONTEMPORARY MALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR – Tye Tribbett; All Things New (Live Album); Motown Gospel
13. TRADITIONAL MALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR – Melvin Crispell III; No Failure; RCA Inspiration
14. CONTEMPORARY FEMALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR – Kierra Sheard; All Yours; RCA Inspiration/Karew Entertainment
15. TRADITIONAL FEMALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR – Jekalyn Carr; JEKALYN; Waynorth Music
16. CONTEMPORARY ALBUM OF THE YEAR – All Things New (Live Album); Tye Tribbett; Motown Gospel
17. TRADITIONAL ALBUM OF THE YEAR – JEKALYN; Jekalyn Carr; Waynorth Music
18. URBAN SINGLE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE YEAR – Only One Night Tho (Live); Tye Tribbett; Motown Gospel
19. MUSIC VIDEO OF THE YEAR – Feel Alright (Blessed); Rich Laru; My Block Inc.
20. TRADITIONAL CHOIR OF THE YEAR – Ricky Dillard; Choirmaster II; Motown Gospel
21. CONTEMPORARY CHOIR OF THE YEAR – Category Omitted
22. TRADITIONAL ARTIST OF THE YEAR – Jekalyn Carr; JEKALYN; Waynorth Music
23. SPECIAL EVENT ALBUM OF THE YEAR – Donald Lawrence Presents Power: A Tribute to Twinkie Clark; Donald Lawrence; RCA Inspiration
24. RAP HIP HOP GOSPEL ALBUM OF THE YEAR – Emanuel; Da TRUTH; Mixed Bag Entertainment
25. YOUTH PROJECT OF THE YEAR – Shout Praises Kids; Joy to the World; Integrity Music
26. QUARTET OF THE YEAR – Lisa Knowles-Smith & The Brown Singers; Live in Memphis 2; EvoWorld Entertainment, Inc
27. RECORDED MUSIC PACKAGING OF THE YEAR – JEKALYN; Octavia’s Holmes; Waynorth Music
28. PRAISE AND WORSHIP ALBUM OF THE YEAR – The Journey; Todd Dulaney; DulaneyLand/MNRK
29. PRAISE AND WORSHIP SONG OF THE YEAR – Holy Forever; CeCe Winans; Red Alliance Media
30. RAP/HIP HOP SONG OF THE YEAR – Your Power ft. Tasha Cobbs Leonard; Lecrae; Reach Records
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