Denniz Pop Awards Announces 2024 Nominees: Celebrating the Next Generation of Musical Tal​

On June 16, Stockholm will serve as the gathering point for both the Swedish and international music industries as the Denniz Pop Awards holds its annual gala. This event is designed to recognize and encourage promising new talent in songwriting, production, and performance, continuing a legacy of supporting emerging music innovators.

The Denniz Pop Awards, widely respected for elevating artists and creators early in their careers, has previously spotlighted acts such as Tove Lo, Smith & Thell, Ellen Krauss, and Deki Alem. This year’s list of nominees has now been revealed, highlighting a diverse and talented selection of newcomers poised to make their mark in the industry.

In the Rookie Artist/Band category, the nominees include Olga Myko and Engla Li, both hailing from Stockholm, alongside Bellvie from Malmö. These artists represent the dynamic energy and creative spirit that Sweden’s new generation brings to the music scene.

For the Rookie Songwriter/Producer award, the focus falls on Fanny Avonne, the duo Lennixx, and Mark Phase. Though all have connections to Stockholm, Mark Phase originates from Malmö, adding further regional breadth to the category. Each nominee is recognized for their fresh perspective and promise in music creation.

The international reach of the awards is underscored by the Rookie International category, featuring Sonny Tennet from the United Kingdom, Magnus Ferrell representing the United States, and Kellimarie, also from the UK. Their inclusion signals the Denniz Pop Awards’ ongoing commitment to nurturing global talent alongside Swedish artists.

In total, five awards will be presented at the gala: Rookie Artist/Band, Rookie Songwriter/Producer, Rookie International, and two honorary distinctions—The MVP and The Grand Prize. Winners in the rookie categories will each receive a prize of 100,000 SEK, offering significant financial encouragement as they advance their careers. Details about contenders for the honorary awards have not yet been made public.

This year’s jury is composed of distinguished music professionals and artists, including Shellback, Jacob Schulze, Ilya Salmanzadeh, Noonie Bao, Swedish House Mafia, Rami Yacoub, Tove Lo, Lisa Miskovsky, Alexander Kronlund, Jörgen Elofsson, Andreas Carlsson, Per Magnusson, and John Amatiello. Their expertise ensures a careful and credible selection process, though the specific criteria and individual contributions considered remain undisclosed.

Public voting for the awards is conducted via the Denniz Pop Awards official website, giving fans and industry insiders alike the opportunity to support their chosen nominees. The gala itself, returning for a third consecutive year under the production of Sophia Häggström and Alvora Larsdotter, is set to further cement its reputation as a key event for recognizing fresh artistic contributions to music.

While this year’s nominees have been revealed, further details about their individual achievements have not been released at this stage. Despite this, the spotlight now shines on these rising talents as the date approaches, with anticipation building for which artists, songwriters, and producers will take home this year’s honors.