The ZYG 808 and Mwalim DaPhunkee Professor have been named top nominees for the 2024 Native American Music Awards.
The ZYG 808, a rising force in alternative hip-hop and rhythm & blues, has earned a nomination in rhythm & blues for his tracks “Shaman” and “Freakshow.” The ZYG 808’s latest solo album is ”Build/Destroy.”
Mwalim DaPhunkee Professor, a, icon in the region’s music and theater scene, is a top contender in blues for his songs “A Party at the Crossroads” and “A Sweet Memory.” His solo album, “Thunderchild,” is a soulful journey through life and culture.
The Mashpee Wampanoag artists are members of the multi-Grammy Award-nominated soul-funk band The GroovaLottos and have been on an extensive tour since May, bringing their solo projects to fans around the United States and Canada.
The Native American Music Awards is a prestigious platform celebrating the diverse and vibrant contributions of Native artists to the global music scene. Public voting is now open, giving fans the power to decide the winners.
To support these Mashpee Wampanoag artists and cast a vote for the awards, visit the Native American Music Awards website.
