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2024 Jim Beam® Indies

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The Jim Beam® Indies 

The 23rd Anniversary of “The Indies” acknowledge, promote and honour the achievements of Canadian and International artists that embody the spirit of the independent music sector.
Nominees will be posted on the Indies website – www.indies.ca – with a photo, bio, audio and video link. The winners of The Indies are determined by a National Selection Jury comprised of professionals from the retail, recording, media, and live sectors.
To be considered for nomination for the 2024 Jim Beam® Indie Awards, national music release dates must fall between the eligibility period of January 1, 2023, and April 1, 2024. Eligible music must be available for all Canadians and for national sale in-store or online via a recognized national music streaming provider. Below are some answers to our most asked questions. Please read through completely and if you have anything further to ask you can email rick@cmw.net with your questions.

FAQ 2024 Jim Beam® Indie Awards

Yes – A fee of $40.00 CAD each for the first two (2) nominations. For 3 or more nominations a fee of $100.00 CAD is applied as a one-time cost for all submissions.

There are 2 categories open to non-Canadians. INTERNATIONAL ARTIST and Indies Hall of Fame. The rest are exclusively for Canadians. (see definition at Criteria) International Artist and Industry Builder, will chosen by a panel of selected industry experts with no conflict of interest between themselves and the nominees.

Once you have completed and paid for your online application you will receive an email confirmation.

You may submit a manufacturing invoice, a letter from the distributor or record company, or proof of internet point of sale or streaming availability. (Spotify screen capture etc.)

Yes. Once all fields are entered properly during the submission process you will be prompted to a screen which will allow you to pay online with VISA, MasterCard or AMEX. 

The award will go to the Director and the Artist (if they are Canadian). In order to submit, the Director must be Canadian. If the Artist is not Canadian, the director will receive the award.

A full album must consist of six individual tracks.

A “Live Album” may be eligible if 50% or more of the of songs are new and not previously released. “Live” refers to albums that are recorded live with an audience/virtual audience in a concert setting.

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FAQ 2023 Jim Beam Indie Awards

Can I submit to more than one category? 

Yes – Early Bird: A fee of $40.00 CAD each for the first two (2) nominations. For 3 or more nominations a fee of $100.00 CAD is applied as a one-time cost for all submissions.

After March 19th nominations will be $50.00 CAD each for the first two (2) nominations. For 3 or more nominations a fee of $120.00 CAD.

Are Non-Canadians eligible for any of the categories? 

There are 2 categories open to non-Canadians. INTERNATIONAL ARTIST and INDUSTRY BUILDER. The rest are exclusively for Canadians. (see definition at Criteria)

How do I ensure that my entry was submitted properly?

Once you have completed and paid for your online application you will receive an email confirmation.

If I am asked to provide proof of my release date, what information do I need to provide?

You may submit a manufacturing invoice, a letter from the distributor or record company, or proof of internet point of sale.

Can I pay for my submission online?

Yes. Once all fields are entered properly during the submission process you will be prompted to a screen which will allow you to pay online with VISA, MasterCard or AMEX. 

Who is eligible to receive the Music Video of the Year award?

The award will go to the Director and the Artist (if they are Canadian). In order to submit, the Director must be Canadian. If the Artist is not Canadian, the director will receive the award.

What defines a full album length

A full album must consist of six individual tracks.

Are live albums eligible?

A “Live Album” may be eligible if 50% or more of the of songs are new and not previously released. “Live” refers to albums that are recorded live with an audience/virtual audience in a concert setting.

 

 

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