Open call: Ghana DJ Awards 2023

The scheme, organised by Merqury Republic, celebrates the nation’s finest disc jockeys, honouring their remarkable contributions to propelling the nation’s music culture. Works released between September 2022 and September 2023 are eligible for entry.

This year’s Ghana DJ Awards are running under the theme Moved by Music, which organisers say encapsulates the profound impact of music, transcending boundaries and inspiring emotions. Precursor events include a Pub Fest tour as well as a DJ Clinic for networking and knowledge sharing. 

“Music has an incredible power to connect people and evoke emotions, and DJs are the conduits through which this magic flows,” Merqury Republic CEO Merqury Quaye said. “We are excited to celebrate the 11th edition of the awards, acknowledging the profound influence DJs have on shaping our music culture and enriching our lives.”

How to enter

Interested Ghanaian DJs or their representatives can submit an entry form along with a mixtape or two-minute video clips of their performance(s) here.

Submissions must include:

• A professional photograph of the contesting disc jockey.
• A mixtape for consideration for nomination (specify music genre(s).
• A video for consideration for nomination.

The applications can be emailed to ghanadjawards@gmail.com along with links to the mixtape or performance(s), or posted to:

Ghana DJ Awards Nomination
PO Box 2863
Kaneshie, Accra
Ghana

Alternatively, applications can be sent by courier service to:

Ghana DJ Awards 
No 8 Fremah Tower
Julikat, Mallam-Gbawe Road
Accra, Ghana

The deadline for submissions is 29 September.

Note:

• Nomination forms should include the contact name and email or postal address of the person being nominated.
• The same submission cannot be sent for more than one category in the industry section.
• Shows or performances must fit into the traditional genre in the section chosen, and must be released for public consumption.
• Submitted mixtapes must include full artwork and a tracklist.
• Submissions are eligible to only one group of ‘artists’ or ‘entertainment company’.
• ‘Tribute’ or ‘best of’ mixtapes are not eligible for Mixtape of the Year.
• Applicants who fail to comply with the submission guidelines risk disqualification.

View the original call here.