Ninajirachi is among the nine shortlisted nominees for the 21st Soundmerch Australian Music Prize, which recognizes artistic excellence across Australian music. The winner, to be announced on November 6, 2025, will receive a $50,000 prize.

October 16, 2025

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Billboard
Australian Music Prize Shortlist Announced
The 21st edition of the Soundmerch Australian Music Prize (AMP) has released its shortlist for 2025, spotlighting nine albums that demonstrate artistic excellence in Australian contemporary music. The AMP, first established in 2005 and inspired by the Mercury Prize in the UK, distinguishes itself from the ARIA Music Awards by focusing on creative merit rather than commercial performance. Ninajirachi is among the standout nominees this year.
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Rolling Stone Australia
Selection Process and Judging Integrity
The AMP judging panel, composed of respected music professionals and artists, considered 465 eligible albums before narrowing the list to 50, then nine. Selection is peer-voted, with each shortlisted album requiring approval from at least three judges. This ensures that nominees represent a broad consensus about contemporary Australian music quality. The prize awards $50,000 to the winning artist or group, an amount increased from previous years (Australian Music Prize Official Site).
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