2010 Nominations
We are happy to announce that nominations for the 5th Annual New England Urban Music Awards will begin in September. Look for more details in the coming weeks. In the meantime, keep making great music!
Congratulations to the 2009 Winners
Congratulations to all the 2009 winners and finalists. See the full list of awardees and save the date for the 5th annual New England Urban Music Awards, April 24th 2010.
Thank You! Thank You! Thank You!
A BIG Thank You to everyone who attended the 4th Annual Urban Music Awards. It was a spectacular night of performances and awards. Pictures, videos, and the winners will be up on the site in the next couple of weeks so make sure to check back. In the meantime, let us know any feedback you may have.
Live Showcases every Sunday and Chance to Win Free Tickets
Each Sunday leading up to the big show, head on down to Om Lounge (92 Winthrop St.) in Cambridge for a rotating showcase by some of this year’s performers. This exciting showcase is in partnership with Kings and Queens Sundays and “Big Chicago” Reggie Beas. Every Sunday from 6-11pm enter to win a free pair of tickets to the New England Urban Music Awards.
Ticket Locations
Have your tickets yet? No? Then stop by one of the following locations to purchase before this show is sold out:
Skippy White’s Records (617) 524-4500
Poppa B’s (617) 825-0700
Claudette’s Hair Studio (617) 445-7078
A Nubian Notion (617) 442-2622
and of course you can always buy online.
Voting is Now Open
Voting for the 2009 New England Urban Music Awards is now open. Visit ne.urbanmusicawards.org/vote to cast your ballot after reading the rules. Voting ends March 15 so vote today.
Check Out Past Photos
Take a look at our slideshow from the past three awards show. http://ne.urbanmusicawards.org/photos
Voting Coming Soon!
As the excitement surrounding the 2009’s NE UMA awards show builds, many have asked “When does voting begin?” We’re happy to announce that voting will begin on Monday, February 9. Voting will take place online only and will operate on a one person/one ballot system, which means multiple submissions from the same individual will not be counted. More details to follow.
Nominations Have Ended!
Nominations for the 2009 NE UMAs are now closed. Between September and the first week of January you sent in well over a hundred nominees spread across many categories. Thank you!!!
The last updated nominee list will be published Sunday. Nominated artists, remember to send in your submission packets (details on the Nominees page) by midnight Tuesday January 20 to move on to the voting round. If there is an asterick by your name, we have recieved your packet.
Nomination Deadline Approaching - New Audition Date
Don’t forget to nominate your favorite New England artists before January 7 midnight. All submissions after will not be counted. If you are an artist who has already been nominated, send in your submission packet by January 9. Visit the Nominees page for more info.
Due to the overwhelming response to artists requesting to perform at the 2009 New England Urban Music Awards we will host an audition on Monday January 12 at 7pm. Go to the Performers page to register.



