Carolina Music Awards Announces Host And Date For 2016 Gala

RALEIGH, N.C. - May 17, 2016 - PRLog -- Finding a host for the premier event in Carolina music is a challenge to say the least!  However, the organizers of the Carolina Music Awards have outdone themselves this year by selecting radio veteran, iHeart Media Inc. "double" program director ( B93.9 & Q104.1) and radio personality Todd Nixon to host the 2016 Carolina Music Awards!

"Radio and artist go hand in hand, or at least they should.  That is why we are ecstatic and honored to have Todd involved at the highest level of the award show.  His passion for music and people is unmatched," states Omar McCallop of Award Show Nation, "As a radio personality, Todd makes for a spectacular host. As the Program Director of 2 radio stations, he is a wealth of industry knowledge. We are overjoyed that he is a part of the Carolina Music Awards host family!"

The Carolina Music Awards has a long history of radio station involvement and this year is no different!  Currently, there are various radio stations supporting the Carolina Music Awards via pre or post events, advertising and presenting awards!

"The Carolina Music Awards is a showcase of incredible artists and we have a lot!!  I am so proud to host this year's awards and help put a spotlight on the great wealth of music we have in the Carolinas in all genres" states Todd Nixon iHeartMedia Program Director.

"Radio relationships are essential to artist.  It has always been important to us to help cultivate that relationship", says McCallop.

Nominations have ended and voting for the Carolina Music Awards will start on May, 23th, 2016 on www.CarolinaMusicAwards.com!

The Carolina Music Awards will be on August 6th, 2016 and tickets go on sale June 3rd at Duke Energy Center for Performing Arts box office and on Ticketmaster.

The Carolina Music Awards is seeking presenters / sponsors, if you would like to get involved or have questions please contact the Carolina Music Awards at info@CarolinaMusicAwards.com.

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