Last month we announced that Folk Alliance Australia will launch the inaugural Australian Folk Music Awards (AFMA) in October 2021.  

We are currently working through rules of eligibility and judging panel composition.  Stay tuned as details emerge.

Nominations will open in late May, closing on 31 July for the following 8 Awards:-

• Album of The Year – Traditional
• Album of The Year – Contemporary
• Youth Act of The Year
• Folk Artist of the Year – Solo
• Folk Artist of the Year – Duo/Group
• Folk Community- Cultural Project of the Year
• Contribution to Folk
• People’s Choice Award