Youth Music Awards 2023: Nominees and Sponsors

Original Track Award (Solo) sponsored by Levi’s®

For a track written and recorded by a solo artist.

Outstanding Project Award sponsored by TikTok

For a Youth Music funded project that pushes the boundaries to promote inclusive music-making.

Music Producer Award sponsored by Amazon Music

For outstanding technical skills in music production, engineering, mixing and/or mastering.

Rising Star (Artist) Award sponsored by Dr. Martens

For a rising musical group or solo artist that is making waves in the music industry.

Live Performance Award sponsored by Ticketmaster

For an outstanding live performance by an artist or group from a Youth Music-funded project. This can either be from an in-person or virtual gig.

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 (Group) sponsored by Marshall Amplification

For a track written and recorded by a group (two or more people) from a Youth Music-funded project.

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. This can include artist managers, event coordinators, sound technicians, promoters, agents, etc.

Inspirational Music Leader Award sponsored by the MU

For a music leader who inspires young people in music through their actions, creativity, determination, positivity, energy, selflessness or ability to overcome challenges.

Young Leader Award sponsored by Clintons

For a young person who has demonstrated great leadership skills as a project participant. If you work on the project, please apply for the Inspirational Music Leader.

Social Action Award 2023 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.

Music Video Award sponsored by YouTube

For an outstanding music video by an artist or group involved in a Youth Music-funded project.

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.

NextGen Creatives sponsored by LCCM

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.

After Party sponsored by Downtown

Check out the artists who played the Youth Music Awards 2023 After Party.

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 what to expect from the official afterparty.