IDOL Artists & Labels Shine at Libera Awards 2025
The A2IM Libera Awards, presented by Merlin, are a celebration of the best in independent music, honoring the labels, artists and teams shaping the industry outside the codes of the mainstream. From groundbreaking albums to visionary labels, these nominations celebrate the diversity and innovation that define the independent music scene. They highlight the strength and creativity of the independent sector, and we couldn’t be prouder to support such outstanding talent.
Mexican Summer leads the way with Jessica Pratt’s album Here in the Pitch, which has been nominated in several categories, including Record of the Year, Folk Record, Singer-Songwriter Record and Breakthrough artist. Meanwhile, Photay’s Windswept (released by Mexican Summer as well) is nominated in the Electronic Record category.
City Slang also shines, with SPRINTS’ Letter to Self competing for best Punk Record, while the excellent day-to-day work of both Mexican Summer and City Slang is recognized with each earning a highly coveted Label of the Year (6-14 employees) nomination.
The power of independent music extends beyond music, and Caravan Palace’s ‘Mirrors’ (released by Le Plan) proves it with a nomination in the Music Video of the Year category, highlighting their bold artistic vision.
In addition to this recognition of the artists and labels we support, IDOL is honored to be nominated in the Distributor of the Year category, alongside FUGA, Redeye, Secretly Canadian, Symphonic and The Orchard. At IDOL, we’re committed to supporting independent labels and artists, providing them with the tools, expertise and strategic support they need to thrive in today’s fast-changing industry. This nomination reflects the hard work of our teams and the trust placed in us by our partners.
You have until Wednesday April 2nd to vote here: https://libera.awardsplatform.com/
The ceremony will take place on Monday June 9th at Gotham Hall, New York. With 28 categories in total, this year’s edition promises to be a major celebration of the impact of independent music in our industry. This year is all the more special as A2IM proudly celebrates its 20th anniversary, marking two decades of championing the independent music community.