Glitz and Glam: How it went down at the FEMAs
It was all pomp and color on the red carpet as guests, nominees, artists, media personalities and music fans graced the event with the best of fashion and glam
The 3rd annual awarding Fresh Entries Music Awards (FEMAs) went down at the KICC.
It was all pomp and color on the red carpet as guests, nominees, artists, media personalities and music fans graced the event with the best of fashion and glam.
The gala had a total of 702 Nominees, 50 final category Winners and over 1000 people in attendance.
Unlike most awarding ceremonies, FEMA recognized the 1st and 2nd runners up individuals with different customized accolades of achievement as well while all nominees received certificates of nomination.
There were other Honorary Awards such as Role Model, Life-Time Achiever, Ultimate Icon and Industry Supporter Award.
Eight Category winners received a recording deal of a full sponsored EP/Album courtesy of a partner while FEMA presented Gift Vouchers to the Most Voted For Nominee.
The awards founder, Nicks The President said that the main achievement was to celebrate the embrace, confidence and trust that the awards has received from the fresh artists.
"Also the positive reports from nominees and winners about opportunities and chances that have opened up for them to improve and upgrade their craft in different ways both locally and outside the country. We give God the glory," he said.
Adding "This year's milestone has given us more confidence as a team to think beyond as we put plans underway for our forthcoming activities in 2023,"
The event was graced by the who-is-who in the entertainment industry among them content creators Kabi Wa Jesus, Pika Na Raych, Kymo Thitima, singer DK Kwenye Beat, Hopekid, Mash mwana, Ambassada Music among others.
MCSK chief executive officer Dr Ezekiel Mutua was also in attendance.
Fans have described FEMAs as an award that is slowly taking over from Groove Awards.
Below are the list Of Winners
Male Artist of the Year - Jose jay
Female Artist of the Year - Doris K
Song of the Year - StarBorn Favour -Testimony Ft Mash Mwana
Group of the Year - Tripple Vision
Video of the Year - Cliza ft Viola - Salama
Band/Choir of the Year - YIC Band
New Male Artist of the Year - Peter Obech
New Female Artist of the Year - Sunshine
Dj of the Year - Deejay Jephy
Emerging Dj of the Year - Hype the DJ
Mc /Hypeman of the Year - Mc Bett Maasai
Dance Crew of the Year - Alic Dance Ministry
Junior Talent of the Year - Abbey Hope
Talent To Watch - Ambassador Paul
Song Writer of the Year - Danny Favour
EP/Album of the Year - Btian - Tabasamu
Collabo of the Year - Daddy Xee & Pixel - Nzambe
Praise /Worship Artist of the Year - Mesh H2H Ministries
Reggea /Dancehall Song of the Year - Deacon - Weak Strong
Hiphop /Rap Artist of the Year - Vettoh Phd
Afro-Pop Artist of the Year - Didimas Didi
Dance Song of the Year - Jovian Limestone & Rose Dama - Kanyanga
Vernacular Song of the Year - Mwenda Gichuru - Gutiwe Wiiji Ft. Eve
Promising Male Artist of the Year - Hezzykialo
Promising Female Artist of the Year - Fayie Blessings
Spoken Word /Poet of the Year - Peetstar Poet
Cover Artist of the Year - Ashley Kawinzi
Outstanding Worship Leader - Alvinah
Audio Producer of the Year - SM On The Beat
Video Director of the Year - Director Ritchie
Media Personality of the Year - Ram Aguko
Media Show of the Year - Link Up - Pearl Radio
Media Station of the Year - Hope Media
Online Channel/Host of the Year - Nico Kyalo
Event Personality of the Year - Mc Vigz
Photographer of the Year - Tiampatiphotography
Charity Group of the Year - Royalty Family Group
Humanitarian Personality of the Year - Knickx Inc
Stylist of the Year - Smiles Collection
Talent Promoter of the Year - Kifalme Management Ent
Campus Choice Artist of the Year - Gift Muziq
Teeniz Choice Artist of the Year - Whitney Joy
Diaspora Artist of the Year - Eunice Kwalla
Nyanza Artist of the Year - Bishop Chris
Central Artist of the Year - Wanja Muriithi
Eastern Artist of the Year - Anointed Alex
Rift Valley Artist of the Year - Papa Winnizo
Coastal Artist of the Year - Shamrock 001
Western Artist of the Year - Kelvin Namutembi
East Africa Artist of the Year - Paul K Music - UG
*Honorary Awards*
- Role Model - Dr. Ezekiel Mutua
- Life-Time Achiever - Ambassada (Uganda)
- Ultimate Icon - Kris Erroh
- Industry Contributor - Christine Otieno