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Ninajirachi Receives 2025 Australian Music Prize Nomination

Ninajirachi Receives 2025 Australian Music Prize Nomination

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.

High-quality promotional portrait of artist Ninajirachi, nominee for the 21st Soundmerch Australian Music Prize.

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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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Crisp image of nominee Kankawa Nagarra performing live, highlighting her presence in the shortlist.

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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).

Group image collage representing several shortlisted artists for the 21st Soundmerch Australian Music Prize.

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http://TheMusic.com.au

Diverse Nominees and Looking Ahead

The 2025 finalists include talents from indie rock, electronic, folk, and experimental genres. Notable names are Ball Park Music, Cut Copy, Holy Holy, Alice Ivy, Hachiku, and Julia Why? among others. The broad spectrum reflects the AMP's dedication to recognizing excellence across all genres. The 22nd Soundmerch Australian Music Prize is already open for new submissions, continuing a cycle of strong support for Australian artists (Music Feeds).

Diverse Nominees and Looking Ahead

The 2025 finalists include talents from indie rock, electronic, folk, and experimental genres. Notable names are Ball Park Music, Cut Copy, Holy Holy, Alice Ivy, Hachiku, and Julia Why? among others. The broad spectrum reflects the AMP's dedication to recognizing excellence across all genres. The 22nd Soundmerch Australian Music Prize is already open for new submissions, continuing a cycle of strong support for Australian artists (Music Feeds).

Who are the judges for the 21st Soundmerch Australian Music Prize?

The judges are a panel of Australian music industry peers, including artists, journalists, and experienced professionals, selected for their knowledge and integrity.

Who are the judges for the 21st Soundmerch Australian Music Prize?

The judges are a panel of Australian music industry peers, including artists, journalists, and experienced professionals, selected for their knowledge and integrity.

Who are the judges for the 21st Soundmerch Australian Music Prize?

The judges are a panel of Australian music industry peers, including artists, journalists, and experienced professionals, selected for their knowledge and integrity.

How does the AMP differ from the ARIA Music Awards?

How does the AMP differ from the ARIA Music Awards?

How does the AMP differ from the ARIA Music Awards?

What criteria do the judges use to select the nominees?

What criteria do the judges use to select the nominees?

What criteria do the judges use to select the nominees?

Can you provide more details about the shortlisted albums?

Can you provide more details about the shortlisted albums?

Can you provide more details about the shortlisted albums?

How has the AMP evolved since its inception in 2005?

How has the AMP evolved since its inception in 2005?

How has the AMP evolved since its inception in 2005?

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