The Josie Music Awards is the premier award show honoring independent talent and legends since 2015. Hosted by Josie Passantino-Boone & Tinamarie.
Thousands from around the globe attend the yearly lavish event at the iconic Grand Ole Opry House. To recognize the hard work and talent of Independent/Up & Coming music artists, songwriters, and indie driven businesses in all genres. The largest, highly respected, privately owned, multi genre award show. The Coveted Josie Award! Also known as the "Josies" and "JMAs".
12/02/2025
Let's support our JMA family, Rob! via Rob Cole: I can make the LIVE FINALE by one of two ways. Either my Coach will send me through, OR you will have a chance to vote and send me through.
Be prepared just in case! Here is how voting will work overnight.
Tune in at 9pm EST!!
12/01/2025
2025 Josie Music Award winner Khloe Grace auditioned for American Idol. Make sure to tune in to see her audition in front of the judges. We are rooting for you and your JMA family is so proud of you! ❤️
11/30/2025
What does it say online about the Josie Music Awards? ✨️ via Google.
11/29/2025
We are sending positive vibes to Josie Music Award winner, Rob Cole! Playoffs on The Voice! 🙌🏼 Go get 'em! Your JMA family will be cheering you on!
11/29/2025
Happy 100 Years, Grand Ole Opry! Here's to 100 more... 😘🥂 You can guarantee we are celebrating by playing the Opry 100 Vinyl.
JMA founder/host Josie Passantino-Boone and Tinamarie Passantino pictured below.
11/28/2025
That's what I love about the JMA family, we lift each other up and cheer each other on. That's the best part about our community that we have here, it's positive, motivational, and a place to be seen and heard.
11/28/2025
Did you know? ✨️
To submit to the Josie Music Awards it is 100% FREE and no yearly or monthly membership cost is needed. Forms to be considered for the 2026 Josie Music Awards will be available on January 15th, 2026 at www.josiemusicawards.com.
Please note: Submitting does not guarantee a nomination. All submissions are reviewed by our panel for nomination consideration.
11/27/2025
Today we pause to reflect on the blessings in our lives: family, friends, health, and the simple joys that make each day brighter. May your table be full, your hearts be warm, and your memories be cherished. We want to wish you all a very Happy Thanksgiving!
11/26/2025
It's Coming....
Submission forms and the Performance Application open on January 15th. They will both remain open until April 30th, so make sure to visit www.josiemusicawards.com and complete the submission forms that apply to you and your work for a full review and nomination consideration. Entering the stunning lobby of the Grand Ole Opry House for the JMAs is just magical!
The JMAs celebrate you like no one else!
11/22/2025
Wade performed with Tyler Dean McDowell this year at the Josie Awards. We want to send our love and deepest condolences to Wade's wife, family, the McDowell's, friends, and all who knew and loved him! Rest in peace, Wade Bernard. 🙏🏼
11/20/2025
AVAILABLE NOW: Check out the latest The Josie Show with special guest James Dupré. You can hear it (below) on Facebook, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Amazon Music, JMA Network TV on Roku or Amazon Fire TV, Pandora, and more.
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11/20/2025
An additional opportunity for the 2026 Josie Music Awards!
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Due to the continued growth of the Josie Music Awards, we are proud to announce this opportunity for 2026.
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To recognize the hard work and talent of Independent/Up & Coming Music Artists in All Genres!
The largest, most gala Independent Music Industry Award Show! Get noticed on a national and international level with The Josie Music Awards. If you are serious about your music career, then the Josie Music Awards is the place for you.
The Josie Music Awards also known as “JMA’s” or the “Josies” celebrates talents from all around the world. Thousands attend the Josie Music Awards yearly for a positive, upbeat experience. It’s like no other award show around. Amazing opportunities arrive from The JMAs yearly and the networking, connections, and collaborations can not be beat.
The Josie Music Awards is owned by The Josie Network, LLC of Brands. Brands include a multi-award winning talk show (The Josie Show) in which Josie has conducted over 2500 interviews to date, the multi-award winning radio station (Country Blast Radio) a fully licensed popular radio station, Confidently Ready by Josie Passantino (a full beauty line including cosmetics, skin care, and hair care products), the Josie Music Awards (the largest independent award show), The Artist Collection (a published book), The Independent Country Music Hall of Fame (celebrating legendary careers), Indie Star Entertainment (representing indie artists of all genres), Josie Passantino Music, and Chic Ready Pet Boutique (stylish products for your pets to support animal charities).
Our venue experiences are unique:
2015 - The Springs of Ga***rd Opryland Resort -Nashville, TN.
2016 - The Schermerhorn Symphony Center - Nashville, TN.