DRM NZ Artists Named Finalists for the 2026 Pacific Music Awards
DRM NZ is proud to celebrate a standout roster of talent named as finalists for the 2026 Pacific Music Awards. Highlighted across key categories spanning Hip Hop, Soul/R&B, Language, Pop, and Gospel, the nominations showcase the extraordinary depth, diversity, and impact of Pacific artists in Aotearoa and across Moana-nui-a-Kiwa.
Leading the charge is iconic Aotearoa soul artist Ladi6, who secures four nominations, including Best Pacific Female Artist, Best Pacific Soul/RnB Artist, and Best Pacific Music Album for her acclaimed release Le Vā. Powerhouse creative Tree follows closely with three nods for The Rose Era across Best Pacific Female Artist, Best Pacific Language, and Best Pacific Gospel Artist.
DRM NZ is equally thrilled to recognize nominations for:
- Diggy Dupé & choicevaughan: ONErpm Best Pacific Hip Hop Artist (Brown Velvet EP)
- Lepani: NZ Music Commission Best Pacific Male Artist & APRA Best Pacific Song (Young Gun)
- Brandn Shiraz: NZ On Air Best Pacific Music Video (Youngin from Kuki II, directed by Esther Mauga)
- LOU’ANA: Auckland Council Best Pacific Female Artist (Disco Witch)
- Talia Perese: Auckland Council Best Pacific Female Artist (Talia Perese)
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