{"id":321382,"date":"2026-02-28T06:44:11","date_gmt":"2026-02-28T06:44:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/321382\/"},"modified":"2026-02-28T06:44:11","modified_gmt":"2026-02-28T06:44:11","slug":"2026-femmy-awards-voting-is-now-open-nominees-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/321382\/","title":{"rendered":"2026 Femmy Awards Voting Is Now Open: Nominees List"},"content":{"rendered":"

\n\tFemme House has announced the nominees for the 2026 Femmy Awards<\/a>, which recognize people from the world of dance<\/a> music whose work has helped forge the genre, has expanded representation and has helped elevate others. These categories include everything from agents and managers to club nights and artists themselves. <\/p>\n

\n\tNew to this year\u2019s awards are a variety of community voted awards, with voting now open to the public on Femme House\u2019s website<\/a>. <\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cLast year, we only had four categories open for voting, and we got a huge response,\u201d Femme house cofounder Hermixalot tells Billboard. \u201cConsidering that, we made the decision this year to open nearly all the categories to the public, and give folks something to get excited about. Most award shows don\u2019t give fans control, and since so much of our mission is about reflecting back what the community wants and needs, this felt right.\u201d<\/p>\n

\n\tThe Femmy Awards happen March 26 at 12 p.m. ET at Miami\u2019s Palm Tree Club, during Miami Music Week. The event is the nonprofit\u2019s biggest fundraiser of the year, bringing in $30,000 in 2025, with the money going to Femme House\u2019s mostly free educational programming for aspiring producers and DJs. Tables for the 2026 event begin at $3,500 and are on sale now. <\/p>\n

\n\tFemme House is also putting on other programming throughout the week, including a panel conversation hosted in collaboration with W Hotels at the W South Beach on March 27. Happening as part of Femme House\u2019s Miami Music Week Artist Fellowship Program and led by Femme House founders LP Giobbi and Hermixalot, this discussion will feature agents, managers, labels reps and more, and will focus on about what these people are looking for from up-and-coming artists.<\/p>\n

\n\tThe 2026 Femmy Awards will also honor Anja Schneider, Ultra Nat\u00e9, Tokimonsta, John Summit, Mary Droppinz and EMJIE with special honors.<\/p>\n

\n\tSee the complete list of nominees below.<\/p>\n

\t\t2026 Femmy Publicly Voted Awards Nominees\t<\/p>\n

\n\tAbleton instructor of the year: Honoring the educators who lead the way by example for every student that enrolls in a Femme House Session or signs up for an online course<\/p>\n

Suzi Analogue<\/p>\n

Modern Lover<\/p>\n

Claire Marie Lim<\/p>\n

Lorna Dune<\/p>\n

Christina Horn<\/p>\n

\n\tAlbum or EP of the year: Recognizing a full body of work that pushed sonic and cultural boundaries<\/p>\n

Tides (Remixes) \u2013 Karaba<\/p>\n

Through the Wall \u2013 Rochelle Jordan<\/p>\n

Volver \u2013 Sofia Kourtesis<\/p>\n

The BPM \u2013 Sudan Archives<\/p>\n

Humanise \u2013 HAAi<\/p>\n

\n\tBest club: Recognizing a nightclub that champions diversity, safe spaces, and inclusive lineups, shaping the electronic music scene<\/p>\n

Nowadays<\/p>\n

Smartbar<\/p>\n

TV Lounge<\/p>\n

The Fruit<\/p>\n

Walter WhereHouse<\/p>\n

\n\tBest DJ set or live performance: Recognizing a live performance that stood out for its creativity, energy, and impact<\/p>\n

Matisa (Fabric, London)<\/p>\n

Zoe Gitter (Boiler Room, Ibiza)<\/p>\n

Charlotte de Witte & Amelie Lens (Flanders Expo, Belgium)<\/p>\n

Ladies of Leisure (Boiler Room, Ibiza)<\/p>\n

Deer Jade (Lollapalooza, Paris)<\/p>\n

\n\tBest Femme House radio mix: Recognizing an outstanding Femme House Radio mix, showcasing innovative track selection and storytelling<\/p>\n

Kiimi<\/p>\n

Sinca<\/p>\n

Awen<\/p>\n

Golden<\/p>\n

Krithi<\/p>\n

\n\tBest producer: Recognizing a producer whose work stood out for its originality, technical mastery, and influence on the sound of dance music<\/p>\n

Yulia Niko<\/p>\n

Honeyluv<\/p>\n

Azzecca<\/p>\n

Miss Monique<\/p>\n

Ki\/Ki<\/p>\n

\n\tBest record label: Recognizing a label that prioritizes femme, non-binary, and LGBTQ+ artists<\/p>\n

She\/Her<\/p>\n

Bass n Babes<\/p>\n

Nuxxe<\/p>\n

Smile Records<\/p>\n

Abracadabra Records<\/p>\n

\n\tBest underground promoter: Honoring the grassroots, regional promoters in the U.S. who are shaping underground dance culture<\/p>\n

Playhouse<\/p>\n

Thique<\/p>\n

Ladera Hearts<\/p>\n

Jerk<\/p>\n

PBNJ<\/p>\n

\n\tBest vocalist: Recognizing the often heard but not seen voices of dance music<\/p>\n

Blythe<\/p>\n

Hayla<\/p>\n

Bibi Bourelly<\/p>\n

Pam\u00e9<\/p>\n

House Gospel Choir<\/p>\n

\n\tBreakthrough artist: Honoring artists who had phenomenal years and set the bar for visibility, artistic output, and buzz<\/p>\n

Me N U<\/p>\n

Lumia<\/p>\n

Inda Jani<\/p>\n

Zingara<\/p>\n

Tiffy Vera<\/p>\n

\n\tFemme House activist & impact award: Honoring an artist, collective, or industry professional using their platform to advocate for social change and inclusion in the music industry<\/p>\n

Support Women DJs<\/p>\n

Empwr Beats<\/p>\n

Beatport Diversity + Parity Fund<\/p>\n

Book More Women <\/p>\n

Her Dancefloor<\/p>\n

\n\tFemme House community member of the year: Celebrating an individual in the Femme House community whose dedication, passion and engagement have gone above and beyond to embody the spirit of Femme House<\/p>\n

Raecola<\/p>\n

Barbara Nicole<\/p>\n

Tara Verma<\/p>\n

Val Fleury <\/p>\n

Hai-Life<\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cFor the Culture\u201d award: Honoring BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ creators and platforms making an impact in serving their communities<\/p>\n

Sisters In Sound<\/p>\n

House of Yes<\/p>\n

TT the Artist<\/p>\n

QDP<\/p>\n

Courtney Hollinquest<\/p>\n

\n\tInnovator award: Recognizing innovation and impact in sound design, cultural significance and more<\/p>\n

DJ Dave<\/p>\n

Blood Oath<\/p>\n

Juliet Fox<\/p>\n

Mz Worthy<\/p>\n

Desiree<\/p>\n

\n\tMost diverse lineup: Honoring the show bills that have challenged the notion that the best lineups are predominantly male and white<\/p>\n

Cosimea<\/p>\n

4 Tha Luv<\/p>\n

Babestock Music Festival <\/p>\n

All Things Go Music Festival <\/p>\n

Deep Tropics Music, Art and Style Festival <\/p>\n

\n\tSong of the year: Recognizing a song that showcases innovation, inclusivity, and exceptional artistry from a femme, non-binary, or LGBTQ+ producer, DJ or vocalist<\/p>\n

\u201cForget\u201d \u2013 DJ Minx<\/p>\n

\u201cRichman\u201d \u2013 Inda Jani + Ghezz<\/p>\n

\u201cIDK\u201d \u2013 Azzecca<\/p>\n

\u201cHurt Me No More\u201d \u2013 Emjie<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t Wanna Leave You\u201d \u2013 Tiffy Vera <\/p>\n

\t\t2026 Femmy Committee Voted Award Nominees\t<\/p>\n

\n\tAgent of the year: Celebrating an agent who has made a significant impact in advancing the careers of diverse talent in the music industry<\/p>\n

Brittany Gaston<\/p>\n

Barbara Frum<\/p>\n

Daisy Hoffman<\/p>\n

Natalie Koe<\/p>\n

\n\tBest music journalist: Honoring a writer who has championed diverse voices in music media and amplified underrepresented artists through their work<\/p>\n

Nyshka Chandran, Resident Advisor<\/p>\n

Sheila Lim, EDM Identity <\/p>\n

Ariel King, Pollstar<\/p>\n

Megan Venzin, DJ Mag<\/p>\n

\n\tBest talent booker or promoter: Honoring a booker dedicated to diverse, femme, non-binary and LGBTQ+ artists, curating inclusive and groundbreaking lineups<\/p>\n

Jenn Yacoubian <\/p>\n

Andrea Graham<\/p>\n

Britt Van Wouwe<\/p>\n

The Night League (Gabby Castro, Leslee Tatman, Jodie Layton)<\/p>\n

\n\tCulture shifter: Recognizing an industry leader who has made significant strides in promoting diversity and inclusion within electronic music and beyond<\/p>\n

Tracey Manner<\/p>\n

Tay Allen<\/p>\n

Aluna Francis<\/p>\n

Madame Gandhi<\/p>\n

\n\tManager of the year: Recognizing a manager who has demonstrated exceptional dedication to artist development, advocacy, and career growth<\/p>\n

Cristiana Votta<\/p>\n

Sophia Kearney<\/p>\n

Sophie Kennard<\/p>\n

Travis Alexander<\/p>\n

\n\tTheresa Velasquez award for outstanding executive: Theresa Velasquez\u2019s legacy is that of a beloved executive who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to amplify diverse talent. This committee voted category recognizes executives that honor that legacy in their own work.<\/p>\n

Robby Engle<\/p>\n

Bina Fronda<\/p>\n

Rida Naser Greene<\/p>\n

Alex Simpson<\/p>\n


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