How to File for the 26th Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA)

The 26th Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) is now open for submissions!

OneMuzikGh Gh February 8, 2025

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The 26th Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) is now open for submissions! Whether you’re an artist, producer, or industry stakeholder, here’s everything you need to know to submit your work for Ghana’s most prestigious music awards.

Steps to File Your Nomination

Check Eligibility
- Your work must have been commercially released between January 1 and December 31, 2024.
- Eligible entries include songs, albums, EPs, music videos, and technical contributions (e.g., production, engineering).
Review Revised Categories
- The TGMA has introduced new categories (e.g., Best Urban/Contemporary Gospel Song, Best African Song) and updated definitions for existing ones.
- Visit the official TGMA website or their category definitions page for details 26.
Submit via the Online Portal
- Use the TGMA submission portal: https://entry.ghanamusicawards.com/single-track-submission/.
- Fill in required details (artist name, release date, etc.), and upload your performance sheet.
Meet the Deadline
- Submissions close on Sunday, February 16, 2025. Late entries will not be considered.
Follow Up
- For clarifications, email [email protected]

Key Categories & Qualification Criteria

Here’s a breakdown of major categories and what qualifies an entry:

Mainstream Categories

Artiste of the Year
- Highest audience appeal and popularity.
- Must have released a hit single/EP/album and secured multiple nominations.
Most Popular Song of the Year
- Song with the highest public excitement and commercial success.
Album/EP of the Year
- Outstanding compilation based on hit songs or production quality.
Best New Artiste
- Emerging artist with a breakthrough single/EP/album.
- Previous nominations in other categories disqualify eligibility.
Collaboration of the Year
- Most popular song by two or more Ghanaian artists.

Genre-Specific Categories

Best Highlife Song/Artiste
- Most popular Highlife track or artist (traditional/contemporary).
Best Afrobeats/Afropop Song/Artiste
- Fusion of African rhythms and Western influences.
Best Gospel Song/Artiste
- Christian music with high public engagement.
Best Reggae/Dancehall Song/Artiste
- Top reggae/dancehall track or artist (includes Afro-dancehall).

Technical & Honorary Awards

Producer of the Year

Producer behind the most award-winning songs.

Best Music Video

Creativity and professionalism in video production (director and artiste share the award).

Lifetime Achievement Award

Honors living legends with generational impact (selected by the TGMA Board).

Titan Award

Recognizes industry contributors (e.g., institutions, personalities) for transformative work 49.

Tips for a Successful Submission

Verify Category Definitions: Ensure your work aligns with revised criteria (e.g., the new Best African Song category is for non-Ghanaian African acts) 49.
Highlight Commercial Success: Popularity metrics (streams, sales, social media buzz) matter for categories like Most Popular Song.
Technical Excellence: Categories like Record of the Year prioritize artistic quality over commercial success 26.

Why Submit?

The TGMA is a platform to showcase Ghanaian talent globally. Winning or being nominated boosts visibility, industry credibility, and fan engagement. Past winners like Sarkodie and Stonebwoy have leveraged TGMA recognition for international collaborations.

Ready to Submit?
Visit the TGMA Portal now and stake your claim in Ghana’s music history!

For updates, follow TGMA on Facebook and X (Twitter).

Need Help?
Email [email protected]

How to File for the 26th Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA)