Behind The Record Year End Awards
- DM, Executive and Editor
- Jan 8, 2021
- 4 min read
Although this year has been wildly unexpected, music has been something that has helped everyone in some way, shape, or form. From the genius production to powerful lyrics, music touches our souls and shapes our outlook on life. This year, Behind the Record Reviewed some incredible music, and we are pleased to announce the nominees and winners.
Most Powerful Month In Music:
May- This Month in Songs, May edition, stood out for its incredible songs. The playlist flows beautifully from one song to another, If you haven’t already, read the article here.
Song Special:
“This Is America” Childish Gambino
“This Is America” stood out this year for very obvious reasons, in a year full of racial hate and divid, this timeless song showcases the injustice of our society and urges us to be better. Everything from the music video to the lyrics make a statement. To read the full article, click here.
Best Production:
Winner
“Dance: ‘Til You Love Someone Else” - Sam Smith
Nominees
“Be Kind” Marshmello & Halsey
“Excitement” Trippie Redd & PARTYNEXTDOOR
“Life’s A Mess” JUICE WORLD & Halsey
“Rise” Lido
“My Ex’s Best Friend” Maachine Gun Kelly & Blackbear
“Boyfriend” Tyler, The Creator
“NO ONE’S IN THE ROOM” Jessie Reyez
“Ok” Wallows
“Bang!” AJR
“Dance: ‘Til You Love Someone Else” Sam Smith
“Dance: ‘Til You Love Someone Else” Stood out on Sam Smith’s 3rd Studio Album “Love Goes”. The incredible base, dance tempo, and beautiful mixing brought the song together in a way that stood out from the other songs nominated. From the beginning of the song, you know something spectacular is about to happen. The song really does just make you want to “Dance ‘til you love someone else”. Read our full review of the song and about the rest of Sam’s 3rd studio album here.
Best Writing:
Winner
“NO ONE’S IN THE ROOM” -Jessie Reyez
Nominees
“Be Kind” Marshmello & Halsey
“Excitement” Trippie Redd & PARTYNEXTDOOR
“Life’s A Mess” JUICE WRLD & Halsey
“Rise” Lido
“My Ex’s Best Friend” Machine Gun Kelly & Blackbear
“Drive Me, Crazy” Orville Peck
“Boyfriend” Tyler, The Creator
“NO ONE’S IN THE ROOM” Jessie Reyez
“I Need to Be alone.” Girl in Red
“If you want to” Beabadoobee
“Kids” Orville Peck
Jessie Reyez’s vulnerability and creative word play on “NO ONE’S IN THE ROOM” highlighted just how great of a writer she is. Jessie struggles through the mold of society and calls everyone out on their narcissism. “NO ONE’S IN THE ROOM” drew the line between a song that has good writing, and a well written song. Read the entire article here.
Collaboration Of The Year:
Winner
“ill come back to you” -Powfu, Sarcastic Sounds, & Rxseboy
Nominees
“Be Kind” Marshmello & Halsey
“Excitement” Trippie Redd & PARTYNEXTDOOR
“Life’s A Mess” Juice WRLD & Halsey
“My Ex’s Best Friend” Machine Gun Kelly & Blackbear
“Legend’s Never Die” Orville Peck & Shania Twain
“ill come back to you” Powfu, Sarcastic Sounds, & Rxseboy
“My Oasis” Sam Smith & Burna Boy
It’s official, whether you like it or not, lofi is taking over. And at the front, like a king is Powfu. And who better to be a major influencer than his best friends Sarcastic Sounds and Rxseboy? The hip-hop inspired lofi sound is an incredible new sound and the unique melody compliments the artist’s voices beautifully. The incredible mix of lyrics, story, and production made it the perfect stomping ground for rising stars like these artists. Read the full song review and the rest of Powfu’s debut EP “Poems of The Past” here.
Song Of The Year:
Winner
“Life’s A Mess” -JUICE WRLDS & Halsey
Nominations
“Be Kind” Marshmello & Halsey
“Excitement” Trippie Redd & PARTYNEXTDOOR
“Life’s A Mess” JUICE WRLD & Halsey
“Rise” Lido
“My Ex’s Best Friend” Machine Gun Kelly & Blackbear
“Boyfriend” Tyler, The Creator
“NO ONE’S IN THE ROOM” Jessie Reyez
“Bang!” AJR
“ill come back to you” Powfu feat. Rxseboy & Sarcastic Sounds
What song better described 2020 than “Life’s A Mess”? The songs beautiful symphony of vocals creates a song easy to listen to and enjoy. Following the death of JUICE WRLD, the song serves as a beautiful look into the life that he led. Halsey’s assisting vocals brings joy to the ears of listeners as she compliments him well. And although JUICE and many others are no longer here with us, we can still hold dear to the collection of music he has released. Read the full article here.
Album of The Year:
Winner
“Show Pony” -Orville Peck
Nominations
“Poems of The Past” Powfu
“Show Pony” Orville Peck
“Love Goes” Sam Smith
Taking a big leap forward from his previous project, “Pony”, “Show Pony” finds Peck in a more romantic and optimistic state of mind. The country crooner wails through songs like “Drive Me, Crazy”, and sings about the beauty of youth and friendship on “Kids”. The project is a masterpiece form beginning to end, and every track is as unique as Peck himself. Behind the fray masks and heavy guitar, there is a vulnerable Peck who, at the albums very purest form, tries to remember, and cherish every part of a relationship that is as gone as last summer. For a track by track rundown of the EP, read our article here.
Artist of The Year:
Winner
Orville Peck
Nominations
Halsey
Marshmello
Trippie Redd
PARTYNEXTDOOR
Tyler, The Creator
Powfu
Childish Gambino
JUICE WRLD
Lido
Machine Gun Kelly
Blackbear
Orville Peck
Jessie Reyez
Sam Smith
Largely due in part to his incredible extended play “Show Pony”, Orville Peck takes the cake for artist of the year. Peck pushed the boundaries of what country could look like, sound like, and talk about. Like a modern, more alternative Johnny Cash, Peck’s voice bridges the gap between the country of the past that we all know and love, and a more contemporary country scene that is blooming. Before Peck, many members of the LGBTQ+ community couldn’t relate as easily with country music, but thanks to Peck, there is a new kind of country powerhouse. However Peck never lets this define him, allowing his music to stand out on its own. Peck’s powerful voice, mixed with his incredible crooner lyrics create masterpieces that will have an effect on the country music scene for years to come.
Thanks for all of the support this year! We're so exited for the new year and we can't wait to share some of the new things coming ahead!
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