May 24, (THEWILL) – Talented music acts, Ruger, BNXN, Lojay, Ayra Starr, Zinoleesky, have been nominated for the most coveted title, the Next Rated at the forthcoming Headies.
The organisers of the award announced names of their nominees on Tuesday.
Of the different categories, the “Next Rated” has been one of the most exciting, contentious and controversial.
It has become something of a trend spotter, highlighting musical acts that did well in the previous year.
It also spotlights musical acts to achieve more milestones in the years to come.
For the 2022 Next Rated award, Ayra Starr, BNXN, Ruger, Lojay, Zinoleesky, were all nominated for the category.
In March, Ayo Animashaun, The Headies founder, revealed that the 2022 edition will take place outside Nigeria.
The forthcoming edition is the 15th of its kind. It will take place in Atlanta, Georgia, on September 4, 2022.
A new category celebrating music executives has also been added to the category of award for the 2022 edition.
This year’s edition will feature a conference and music festival. And it is the first time that the award will be held outside Nigeria.
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