FAQ

WHEN AND WHERE WAS THE FIRST HMMA?

The first Hollywood Music In Media Awards was held November 19, 2009 at the Highlands Nightclub located in the Hollywood & Highlands Complex in Hollywood, California. 

Where is THis year's MAIN EVENT being Held?

The annual event will be held at The Avalon, Hollywood (1735 Vine St, Los Angeles, CA 90028) as a live, ticketed event

When is it Taking Place?

The awards ceremony is always scheduled the week before the United States holiday of Thanksgiving. 

How do I Participate?

Music artists and artist representatives can submit music in visual media for nomination consideration directly through the HMMA web site or through our designated submission partners. All submission instructions are provided on the HMMA Submission Info and Voting page. Industry and foundational entities can participate via sponsorship and/or strategic partnerships. Businesses and entrepreneurs wishing to participate can do so via the HMMA Sponsorship Program. We welcome all interested parties to contact our sponsorship team directly.

What are the Benefits for Music Artists and composers?

By just submitting, your music will be heard and evaluated by the industry professionals that make up the HMMA Selections Committee. By receiving a nomination, you and your music will be evaluated by HMMA Advisory Board, Selections Committee, Voting Academy and HMMA producers. HMMA nominations have historically been representative of the following key award shows that occur months later, including GRAMMYs, Golden Globes and Oscars. 

What are the Benefits for Partners & Sponsors?

As a sponsor or partner, your company or foundation will be exposed to a coveted consumer demographic that includes music lovers, press media, industry moguls, songwriters, composers, celebrities and pop culture tastemakers from around the globe. For more info, please contact sponsor@hmmawards.com.

What if I don’t live in or near Hollywood?

Geographic location makes no difference with regard to where music submissions come from or the evaluations they receive. The HMMA welcomes international submissions.

Who can Attend?

The awards event is attended by industry professionals, celebrities, nominees and music lovers of all kinds. Ticket availability is limited and the show WILL SELL OUT so, we highly recommend securing tickets early. The Award show tickets available for purchase are Banquet, VIP, General Admission and the official HMMA Afterparty.

Who chooses the Nominees/Winners?

All submissions are reviewed by the HMMA Selections Committee. The first round of initial selections are placed in a database for a second round of reviews to reach a final consensus of nominations. Winners are determined by the HMM Academy Voting Body. Voting is internal, confidential and winners are only revealed during the awards show, then posted for public access the following day. To see details on nominee selection and voting process, visit SUBMISSION INFO AND VOTING PAGE

HOW CAN I BECOME A MEMBER OF THE HMMA?

HMMA Voting Academy Membership protocol, requirements and guidelines can be found HERE