The Boston Music Awards wrapped up its 2025 party just hours ago at Big Night Live, holding court at North Station for another raucous romp showcasing the city’s sonic mojo. And while we’re currently wandering aimlessly around Charlestown trying to find a wifi connection, covered in confetti, drunk on good vibes, and flirting with the feeling that we all somehow miraculously survived this clusterfuck of a year, the list of winners reflects a truly diverse and vibrant scene creating a colorful wave of art just when we all need it most.
“This year’s nominees and winners reflect the full spectrum of who makes music in Boston right now,” says Paul Armstrong, the BMAs’ owner and producer, in a statement. “Different genres, different ages, different backgrounds, all sharing the same stage and room. It’s been a difficult year in many ways, for a lot of people, and nights like this matter. When things feel heavy, art is often what helps us see a way forward. Our hope is that the Boston Music Awards offered a little light, a sense of connection, and a reminder of the strength that comes from a creative community that truly represents everyone.”
Here is the full list of winners. See you in 2026, Boston.
Artist of the Year: Dropkick Murphys
New Artist of the Year: ISHA!
Album of the Year (1 million+ streams): Token, I’m Not Supposed To Be Here
Album of the Year: EXITFAME, Last Shall Be First
Song of the Year (1 million+ streams): Dropkick Murphys, “Who’ll Stand With Us”
Song of the Year: Justin Clancy, “Holy”
Video of the Year: Dropkick Murphys, “Who’ll Stand With Us”
Live Artist of the Year: Couch
The Margaret Stewart Lindsay Music Non-Profit of the Year: Boston Music Project
Afro/Caribbean Artist of the Year: Echezona
Alt/Indie Artist of the Year: Hallelujah the Hills
Americana Artist of the Year: Kier Byrnes & The Kettle Burners
Blues Artist of the Year: GA-20
Country Artist of the Year: Samantha Rae
Dance/Electronic Artist of the Year: Freezepop
DJ of the Year: DJ Real P
Folk Artist of the Year: Tiny Habits
Hip-Hop Artist of the Year: Token
Jazz Artist of the Year: Jared Sims
Latin Artist of the Year: Lia Nicole
Metal Artist of the Year: TREE
Pop Artist of the Year: Couch
Punk/Hardcore Artist of the Year: Haywire
R&B Artist of the Year: Yanna G
Rock Artist of the Year: Megan From Work
Singer/Songwriter of the Year: Ezra Furman
Spoken Word Artist of the Year: Yessmaa
Session Musician of the Year: Matt Zappa
Vocalist of the Year: Miranda Rae
Artist Manager of the Year: Ikenna Ndugba
Recording Studio of the Year: The SoundLab Recording Studios
Music Producer of the Year: Akachi
Studio Engineer of the Year: J. Rose
Music Festival of the Year: Boston Calling
Music Night of the Year: SILK R&B Party
Music Venue of the Year (1000+ capacity): MGM Music Hall at Fenway
Music Venue of the Year (250+ capacity): The Sinclair
Music Venue of the Year (Under 250 capacity): Deep Cuts
Box Office Team of the Year: Big Night Live
Production Manager of the Year: Marc Picard
Live Audio Engineer of the Year: Jesse Vengrove
Lighting Technician of the Year: Brittany Trymbulak
Music Promoter of the Year: Bowery Boston
Talent Buyer of the Year: Justine Faucher
Graphic Designer of the Year: Liz Walshak
Music Publication of the Year: The Boston Globe
Music Journalist of the Year: Victoria Wasylak
Live Music Photographer of the Year: Faith Nguyen
Music Videographer of the Year: Nicole da Silva
Music Podcast of the Year: CWTFB Radio
Radio DJ of the Year: DJ Pup Dawg