The curtains have closed on one of the most anticipated nights in Liberian entertainment, the MLMA 2024 (Music Liberia Music Awards). It was a celebration of talent, hard work, and musical excellence as Liberia’s brightest stars were recognized for their outstanding contributions to the industry.
The night was filled with electrifying performances, emotional speeches, and unforgettable moments. These artists have not only entertained us but have also inspired us with their creativity and dedication to their craft.
Here’s the full list of winners who walked away with well-deserved accolades:
•Artist of the Year: CIC
•Song of the Year: “Congratulations” CIC
•Male Artist of the Year: JZyno
•Afropop Artist of the Year: CIC
•Afropop Song of the Year: “Congratulations” CIC
•Hip-hop Artist of the Year: Mr. Church
•New Artist of the Year: Mr. Church
•Gospel Artist of the Year: Jesse Pratt
•On-Air Personality of the Year: DJ Crucifix
•Video of the Year: “Congratulations” – CIC
•Collaboration of the Year: “Eyes on You” JZyno ft Camidoh
•Album of the Year: MC Caro
•Hipco/Trapco Artist of the Year: MC Caro
•Female Artist of the Year: MC Caro
•Hipco/Trapco Song of the Year: “Lorpu” – Barsee
•Traditional/Gbema Song of the Year: L’Frankie
•DJ of the Year: DJ American
•Video Director of the Year: Faithvonic
•Reggae/Dancehall Song of the Year: “Be With Me” – Takun J ft. Angie Tonton
•Producer of the Year: Kellzbeatz
•Gospel Song of the Year: “New Generation” – Samuelyn Wilson
•Lifetime Achievement: Fatu Gayflor
•International Artist: Asake
•Outstanding Achievement : I-20
Each of these winners has worked tirelessly to elevate Liberian music to new heights. From CIC dominating the night with multiple awards to MC Caro’s powerful run as a trailblazing female artist, the MLMA 2024 was truly a showcase of Liberia’s finest.
Special congratulations to CIC who claimed the prestigious awards of the night, Artist of the Year and Song of the Year awards, which has further solidified his reign as one of the greatest Liberian artist of ever. A shoutout to Mr. Church, who also claimed both Hip-hop Artist of the Year and New Artist of the Year, a testament to his meteoric rise. JZyno also made waves, proving once again why he’s a force in Afrobeats by earning the Male Artist of the Year and Collaboration of the Year awards.
Let’s not forget the brilliance of producers, video directors, and DJs like KellzBeatz and Faithvonic, whose behind-the-scenes work shapes the music we love. A side catching news is the one of Liberian songstress and video Director Faithvonic who has for the first time in her career won an MLMA award since coming into the industry as a singer. She won the award not for releasing a hit song or video, but for directing some of the Industry’s best music videos released this year. Throughout the year she worked with top videographers and producers like Jackie Russ and Ush. Interestingly, two months ago when MLMA announced their nominees, Jackie Russ took to his page to decline the nomination citing “Non Monetary Value” as a reason. But sources and top pundit bashed him for it stating that his decline was to give his close associate, Faithvonic, the opportunity to at least be in good standing to win the category which she did.
As we congratulate all the winners, let’s also applaud every nominee who continues to inspire and push the boundaries of Liberian music. The MLMA 2024 was more than an event—it was a reminder of how far our music industry has come and the incredible potential it holds for the future.
Congratulations to all the winners, and here’s to another year of groundbreaking music!
