“The shining star of Nashville and music everywhere.”– Emmylou Harris

Each year the Americana Music Association honors distinguished members of the music community. Six member-voted awards and several Lifetime Achievement Awards are handed out while over 2000 artists, music-loving fans and entertainment industry executives look on.

The Honors & Awards have featured many amazing moments over the years. Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash’s last live performance together was during the award show. Artists such as Bonnie Raitt, Robert Plant & His Band of Joy, Dr. John with Dan Auerbach, Rosanne Cash, Stephen Stills and Joan Baez have brought our audiences to their feet.

Click here to find a recepient archive of the Americana Honors & Awards.
Click here for information on the nomination process.

FAQ: 

How do I purchase an Honors & Awards ticket?
See our Honors & Awards Show Ticketing Information page here. 

How do I submit an act for nomination consideration?
All active industry and artist members are sent a Call for Nomination Considerations in the spring. For more information, click here.

How do I suggest a potential honoree for Lifetime Achievement Award consideration? 
Current Americana Music Association voting members may email awards@americanamusic.org with potential honoree suggestions for our Lifetime Achievement Awards. Submissions need to be dated before February 1 in order to be considered for that year's Honors & Awards show.