The 2025 Americana Music Awards went down Wednesday night, September 10th, at the iconic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville and it was a night to remember. Packed with unforgettable performances, emotional speeches, and well-deserved wins, the ceremony once again showcased the heart and soul of Americana, roots, and folk music.
Here’s a full recap of this year’s winners:
Artist of the Year
Winner: Sierra Ferrell
- Charley Crockett
- Joy Oladokun
- Billy Strings
- Waxahatchee
Album of the Year
Winner: South of Here – Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats
Produced by Brad Cook
Other nominees:
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Lonesome Drifter – Charley Crockett
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Foxes in the Snow – Jason Isbell
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Manning Fireworks – MJ Lenderman
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Woodland – Gillian Welch & David Rawlings
Duo/Group of the Year
Winner: Gillian Welch & David Rawlings
- Julien Baker & TORRES
- Dawes
- Larkin Poe
- The Mavericks
Emerging Act of the Year
Winner: MJ Lenderman
- Noeline Hofmann
- Medium Build
- Maggie Rose
- Jesse Welles
Instrumentalist of the Year
Winner: Alex Hargreaves
- Fred Eltringham
- Megan Jane
- Kaitlyn Raitz
- Seth Taylor
Song of the Year
Winner: “Ancient Light” – I’m With Her
Written by Sarah Jarosz, Aoife O’Donovan & Sara Watkins
Other nominees:
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“Johnny Moonshine” – Maggie Antone
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“Wristwatch” – MJ Lenderman
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“Sunshine Getaway” – JD McPherson
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“Heartless” – Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats
The 2025 Americana Music Awards at the Ryman reminded us why this genre continues to thrive … it’s authentic, heartfelt, and always evolving. From Sierra Ferrell’s big win to Nathaniel Rateliff’s album triumph and MJ Lenderman’s breakout moment, this year’s ceremony celebrated the best in Americana music.
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