For its 8th annual event, the Eddies Awards in Schenectady spotlighted the talented artists, music professionals, and organizations that have been vital to shaping the music of the Capital Region. This year, the event included more than 190 finalists from over 30 diverse categories.
Nominees were elected through public nomination, allowing fans to support the stars and individuals they adore. Final nominees and award recipients were then elected by a panel of judges.
Chris Wienk at WEXT highlighted, “The local 518 music scene continually amazes me. There’s so much talent. And new music keeps upping the game. The Eddies is a great way to celebrate the musical achievements WEXT showcases throughout the year.”
In addition, this year, multiple outstanding individuals were elected into the Eddies Hall of Fame. This included Ernie Williams, The Heavenly Echoes Band, Jim Furlong, Dominick Campana, Eddie Angel, Lee Shaw, and the visionaries of The Van Dyck.
Winners of an Eddies Award in electronic and rock music include Architrave, winner of Electronic Artist of the Year, Millington, winner of Punk/Hardcore Artist of the Year, Gozer, winner of Metal/Hardrock artist of the Year, The Jagaloons, Rock Artist of the Year.
In addition, winners of artists in folk, country, and blues include Caroyln Shapiro, winner of Folk/Traditional Artist of the Year, The Bluebillies, winner of Country/Bluegrass Artist of the Year, and The Hammerhead Horns, winner of Blues Artist of the Year.
More notable awards include High Peaks Event Production receiving the Live Production Crew of the Year, Upstate Records receiving the Record Label of the Year, Blue Sky Recording receiving the Music Recording Studio of the Year, and SUPER DARK Collective receiving the Presenter/Promoter of the Year award.
Each of these artists, individuals, publications, and companies had the opportunity to be recognized for their outstanding work at the Eddies Award show. More information can be found on the Eddies Awards website, and a full list of awards and winners can be found below.
Electronica Artist of the Year
Architrave
Punk/Hardcore Artist of the Year
Millington
Metal/Hardrock Artist of the Year
Gozer
Live Production Crew of the Year
High Peaks Event Production
Record Label of the Year
Upstate Records
Music Recording Studio of the Year
Blue Sky Recording
Presenter/Promoter of the Year
SUPER DARK Collective
Radio DJ of the Year (terrestrial or streaming)
Jeff Mo’rad – 102.7 EQX
Arts Publication of the Year
Metroland Now
Music Journalist of the Year
Kirsten Ferguson
Music Photographer of the Year
Ron Dacks
Classical Artist/Ensemble
Albany Symphony
World Music Artist of the Year
Heard
RnB/Soul/Funk Artist of the Year
The E-Block
RnB/Soul/Funk Artist of the Year
Tops of Trees
DJ of the Year
DJ Hollyw8d
Party/Cover Band of the Year
Off the Record
Hip Hop/Rap Artist of the Year
Camton5000
Alternative Venue of the Year
The Cock ‘n Bull Restaurant
Americana Artist of the Year
Laura Leigh
Americana Artist of the Year
Reese Fulmer & the Carriage House Band
Solo or Duo Artist of the Year
Buggy Jive
Solo of Duo Performer of the Year (Covers)
Jeff Brisbin
Jazz Artist of the Year
Dylan Perrillo
Jam Band of the Year
TV Doctors
Blues Artist of the Year
The Hammerhead Horns
Country/Bluegrass Artist of the Year
The Bluebillies
Rock Artist of the Year
The Jagaloons
Pop Artist of the Year
Shannon Tehya
Alt/Indie Artist of the Year
E.R.I.E.
Folk/Traditional Artist of the Year
Carolyn Shapiro
Songwriter of the Year
Buggy Jive
Music Video of the Year
Buggy Jive – What Do Y’all Know About Shakespeare?
Album of the Year
Buggy Jive – Icarus Ascending
Record of the Year
SIRSY – Stupid Little Heart
Merit Award
AMORAK Youth Program
Merit Award
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