Open call: Ghana Reggae Dancehall Awards 2024

The call, following the launch of this year’s awards on 3 October, is open to local musicians, producers, DJs, and MCs, among others primarily operating within the genres. Notable Ghanaian reggae and dancehall artists today include Stonebwoy, Samini, Shatta Wale, and Rocky Dawuni.

To be eligible, songs or albums must have been released between 1 August 2023 and 31 August 2024.

Winners of the GRDAs are decided strictly by the scheme’s academy and board.

This year’s awards will recognise artistic achievements in over 20 categories, kicking off with a Nominees Jam on 13 December.

How to Enter

• Entries can be submitted online via the official GRDAs website or via email at reggaedancehallawardsghana2023@gmail.com.
• Submissions must clearly indicate the category being applied for.
• The names of the artist and producer must be clearly stated for each entry.

The submission deadline is 30 November.

Below are the categories for the 2024 GRDAs:

• Best Reggae Song
• Best Dancehall Song
• Best Reggae Album/EP
• Best Dancehall Album/EP
• Best Reggae Video
• Best Dancehall Video
• Best Collaboration (Reggae/Dancehall)
• Best International Collaboration
• Best Producer
• Best Selector/DJ
• Best MC
• Best Live Band
• Best Performer
• Best Mixtape
• Best Male Artist (Reggae/Dancehall)
• Best Female Artist (Reggae/Dancehall)
• Best Songwriter
• Best New Artist (Reggae/Dancehall)
• Best International Artist
• Best Sound System
• Most Promising Artist
• Lifetime Achievement Award
• Reggae Dancehall Artist of the Year

View the original call here.