Charli XCX has truly made a mark in the music industry. Her critically acclaimed "Brat" album not only won her Artist of the Year but also Album of the Year at the 5th Annual Gold Derby Music Awards. Alongside her big wins, the awards ceremony saw a wide range of winners, defying the dominance of Taylor Swift in previous years.

Unprecedented Wins at the Gold Derby Music Awards

Overview of the Awards

More than 1,700 registered Gold Derby users participated, honoring the best music from September 16, 2023, to August 30, 2024. Billie Eilish and Finneas scored Song of the Year with "Birds of a Feather," while Sabrina Carpenter claimed Record of the Year with "Espresso." Chappell Roan was dubbed Best New Artist.Swift, who swept last year with nine wins, was left empty-handed this time around. Ariana Grande emerged as the most awarded artist of the year, winning four times, including Best Music Video and Best Pop Artist.Shakira won Best Latin Artist, Latin Song, and Latin Album, while Beyoncé dominated the new country/americana genre with multiple awards. Kendrick Lamar won two out of three in his rap/hip-hop genre.The rock/alternative field saw Hozier named Best Rock/Alternative Artist, Vampire Weekend claim Best Rock/Alternative Album, and Olivia Rodrigo win Best Rock/Alternative Song.SZA defended her title as Best R&B Artist, and Tyla's self-titled release was the Best R&B Album. Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars won Best Collaboration for "Die With a Smile," and Coldplay were named Best Group.

Details of Genre Categories

In the pop genre, Ariana Grande, Billie Eilish, Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter, and Taylor Swift all competed. Ariana Grande's "Eternal Sunshine" won Album of the Year, while Billie Eilish's "Birds of a Feather" won Song of the Year.In the rock/alternative genre, Caroline Polachek, Coldplay, Hozier, Sufjan Stevens, and Vampire Weekend stood out. Hozier won Best Rock/Alternative Artist, and Vampire Weekend's "Only God Was Above Us" won Album of the Year.In the R&B genre, Childish Gambino, Rihanna, SZA, Tinashe, and Tyla were in the running. Tyla's "Tyla" won Album of the Year.In the rap/hip-hop genre, Doja Cat, Eminem, Kendrick Lamar, Megan Thee Stallion, and Nicki Minaj were notable. Megan Thee Stallion's "Megan" won Album of the Year.In the country/americana genre, Beyoncé, Chris Stapleton, Kacey Musgraves, Orville Peck, and Shaboozey were among the winners. Beyoncé's "Cowboy Carter" won Album of the Year.In the Latin genre, Anitta, Bad Bunny, Kali Uchis, Rosalia, and Shakira were prominent. Shakira's "Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran" won Album of the Year.In the dance/EDM genre, Calvin Harris, Charli XCX, David Guetta, Fred Again, and Kylie Minogue were recognized. Charli XCX emerged as the winner.Each genre category had its own set of winners, showcasing the diversity and talent in the music world.