TN, US — Tuesday, October 13, 2015 was a remarkable date for gospel music, as The Gospel Music Association Dove Awards returned to Lipscomb University’s Allen Arena, and for the first time in the show’s 46-year history, its top prize went to a rapper.
Christian hip-hop star Lecrae was named Artist of the Year, recognizing a breakthrough year that saw his 2014 album “Anomaly” debuting at No. 1 on the album charts — of any genre. Following a 2008 win by rap-pop artist TobyMac, Lecrae is the first pure hip-hop artist to win the award. He had to accept his award from afar, as he had a tour date in California on Tuesday.
Soul-pop artist Lauren Daigle made her first trip to the Doves a memorable one. The Louisiana singer was named New Artist of the Year, and her “How Can It Be” earned two awards (including Song of the Year) for writers Jason Ingram, Jeff Johnson and Paul Mabury. Read more HERE.
Here are a list of winners
Artist Of The Year – Lecrae
Gospel Artist Of The Year – Tasha Cobbs
Producer of The Year – Seth Mosley
Rap/Hip Hop Song Of The Year – “All I Need Is You” by Lecrae
Pop/Contemporary Song of The Year – “ How Can It Be” by Lauren Daigle
Contemporary Gospel/Urban Song of The Year – “I Luh God” by Erica Campbell
Worship Song of The Year – “Because He Lives (Amen)” by Matt Maher
Rap/Hip Hop Album Of The Year – “Anomaly” by Lecrae
Pop/Contemporary Album of The Year – “Run Wild, Live Free, Love Strong” by 4King & Country
Contemporary Gospel/Urban Album of The Year – “Forever Yours” by Smokie Norful
Traditional Gospel Album of The Year – “Worth Fighting For” by Brian Courtney Wilson
Christmas Album of The Year – “The Spirit of Christmas” by Michael W.Smith
Short Form Video of The Year – “You Can’t Stop Me” by Andy Mineo
Inspirational Film of The Year – Mom’s Night Out
See Fill Winners List HERE
