GOSPEL CHOICE MUSIC AWARDS 2026 NOMINATIONS
Nominations for all categories open on October 1, 2025.
All Music Awards artist nomination notifications will be sent February 8th. PLEASE remember to respond via the RESPONSE LINK in the email.
All Pinnacle Awards nomination notifications will be sent February 15th. PLEASE remember to respond via the RESPONSE LINK in the email.
MUSIC AWARD CATEGORIES​
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CD Project of the Year
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Choir of the Year
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Choir Director of the Year
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Contemporary Christian Artist of the Year
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Christian Podcast/Podcaster of the Year
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Emerging Gospel Artist of the Year
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Female Artist/Vocalist of the Year (USA)
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Flag Dance Worship Artist of the Year
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Gospel Afrobeats Song of the Year
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Gospel Amapiano Song of the Year
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Gospel Hip Hop Artist of the Year
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Gospel House Artist of The Year
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Gospel Internet Radio Show/Station of the Year
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Gospel Jazz Artist of the Year
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Gospel Rap Artist of the Year
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Gospel Record Label of the Year
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Gospel Reggae Artist of the Year
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Gospel/Religious Artist Manager of the Year
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Gospel/Religious DJ of the Year
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Gospel/Religious Producer of the Year
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Gospel/Religious Promoter of the Year
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Gospel/Religious Songwriter of the Year
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Gospel/Religious Play/Playwright of the Year
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Gospel Soul Song of the Year
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Group/Duo of the Year
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Independent Broadcast Network of the Year
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Independent Christian Filmmaker of the Year
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Inspirational Artist of the Year (positive/not religious)
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Instrumental Artist of the Year
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International Female Artist/Vocalist of the Year
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International Male Artist/Vocalist of the Year
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International Music Video of the Year
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International Song of the Year
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Liturgical Dance Artist of the Year
- Male Artist/Vocalist of the Year (USA)
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MC/Worship Leader of the Year
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Mime Ministry of the Year
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Minister of Music of the Year
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Music Video of the Year
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Praise & Worship Leader/Team of the Year
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Praise Dance Ministry of the Year
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Quartet Artist of the Year
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Radio Announcer of the Year
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Song of the Year
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Spoken Word/Poetry Artist of the Year
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Urban Inspirational Artist of the Year
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Virtual Talk Show of the Year
Clergy Appreciation Award
This award is given to appreciate and recognize spiritual leaders and servants. Emphasis is placed on those currently serving in the local, national or world-wide church ministries. Only ONE nomination is necessary to be considered for this recognition.
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GCMA Foundation Award
This philanthropic award is given to the community hero. Emphasis is placed on companies that bring change to their local community through humanitarian efforts. Only ONE nomination is necessary to be considered for this award.
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Gospel Industry Award
This award is given to individuals who have made major contributions to the gospel music industry in their local community, state, nation, or around the world. Only ONE nomination is necessary to be considered for this award.
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Humanitarian Award
This award is given to individuals who have made a significant impact in their local community, state, nation, or around the world through humanitarian efforts. Only ONE nomination is necessary to be considered for this award.
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Lifetime Achievement Award
This award is given to individuals who have worked in ministry for forty (40) or more years, impacting their local community, state, nation, or around the world. Only ONE nomination is necessary to be considered for this award. ​
Ministry Helps Appreciation Award
This award is given to appreciate and recognize ministry helps/servants (elders, deacons, administration, ushers, members, etc.) always going above and beyond. Emphasis is placed on those currently serving in the local or national church ministry. Only ONE nomination is necessary to be considered for this recognition.