07/12/2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MTN Liberia Music Awards Concludes its 12th Edition Under the Theme “LOUD AND LIBERIAN,” Announces 2025 Winners
Monrovia, Liberia — The MTN Liberia Music Awards (MLMA) has officially concluded the 12th edition of its prestigious annual ceremony, held under the powerful theme “LOUD AND LIBERIAN.” This year’s celebration highlighted the strength, diversity, and rising influence of Liberian music, honoring artists who made exceptional contributions throughout the year.
The 2025 MTN Liberia Music Awards showcased the nation’s brightest talents, recognizing excellence across genres such as Hipco, Afropop, Gospel, Traditional Gbema, and Hip-Hop. With the industry expanding and Liberian artists reaching new heights, this year’s winners reflect the vibrancy and global potential of Liberia’s evolving soundscape.
Below is the official MLMA 2025 Winners List:
Major Categories
Artist of the Year – King Dennis
Hip-Hop Artist of the Year – Ruben Vincent
Album/EP of the Year – CIC — Local Champion
Female Artist of the Year – Anitram
Collaboration of the Year - Will Flash – My Ex feat. CIC
Song of the Year – SIO – Blessings
Male Artist of the Year – King Dennis
Genre & Song Categories
Afropop Song of the Year – Will Flash – My Ex feat. CIC
Hipco/Trapco Song of the Year – DJ Sama – Eat Your Show feat. Lil More, King Dennis, Fazari, Barsee & Datway Eazy
Traditional/Gbema Song of the Year – JBoy De Prophet – Content
Gospel Song of the Year – Samuelyn Wilson – Open Up feat. Judah Zubairu
Afropop Artist of the Year – Jzyno
Gospel Artist of the Year – Samuelyn Wilson
Emerging Talent & Breakout Categories
New Artist of the Year – Will Flash
Next Rated – Larry G
Trending Artist of the Year – 10:30
Performance & Vocal Categories
Female Vocal Performance of the Year Samuelyn Wilson – Open Up feat. Judah Zubairu
Male Vocal Performance of the Year – Stunn – David
Production & Visual Categories
Producer of the Year – T Que Beatz
Video of the Year – Jzyno – Mood feat. Khaid
Video Director of the Year – Parashoot
Media & DJ Categories
DJ of the Year – DJ Sama
On-Air Personality of the Year – Sassy MC
Special Recognition
Outstanding Achievement Award- Mon Rovîa
International Artist of the Year – Ayra Starr
Lifetime Achievement Award - Nimba Burr
Celebrating ten years of honoring Liberian artistry, the MTN Liberia Music Awards remains committed to elevating the nation’s music culture. Under the theme “LOUD AND LIBERIAN,” this milestone edition reinforced the industry’s growing confidence, creativity, and global ambition, setting a bold tone for the future of Liberian music.
Media Contact:
Liberia Music Awards Public Relations
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +231-881-479-190 / 231-881-947-981
Website: www.liberiamusicawards.com
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