The International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) has revealed the recipients of its 2024 Industry Awards. The honors were presented on September 26, 2024, during the Industry Awards Luncheon at the IBMA World of Bluegrass event. The ceremony included a live performance by the California Bluegrass Association.
The IBMA Industry Awards recognize excellence across various categories, including Broadcaster of the Year, Event of the Year, Graphic Designer of the Year, Liner Notes of the Year, Writer of the Year, Sound Engineer of the Year, and Songwriter of the Year.
2024 Industry Awards Recipients
Broadcaster of the Year: Cindy Baucom
Event of the Year: Industrial Strength Bluegrass Festival, Wilmington, Ohio
Graphic Designer of the Year: Grace van’t Hof
Liner Notes of the Year: Daniel Mullins, Industrial Strength Bluegrass – Southwestern Ohio’s Musical Legacy
Writer of the Year: Craig Havighurst
Songwriter of the Year: Rick Faris
Sound Engineer of the Year: Ben Surratt
Photographer of the Year: Jeromie Stephens
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