Year-End Awards Season Begins: Billie Eilish and Shaboozey Take Top Honors From Apple Music and SoundExchange
Apple Music has named Billie Eilish as Artist of the Year, while SoundExchange has recognized Shaboozey as 2024's Breakout Artist, marking the beginning of year-end music industry accolades.
Billie Eilish performing with mic
Photo Credit: Billie Eilish by Lars Crommelinck Photography / CC by 2.0
Billie Eilish's achievements in 2024 include:
- Second Academy Award win
- Two Grammy Awards for Barbie soundtrack
- Release of third studio album "Hit Me Hard and Soft"
- Album reached #1 in 138 countries on Apple Music
- Seven Grammy nominations, including Record of the Year
- First artist to win Apple Music's Artist of the Year twice (2019, 2024)
Shaboozey's notable accomplishments:
- Breakthrough hit "A Bar Song (Tipsy)"
- Featured on Beyoncé's "Cowboy Carter" album
- First Black artist to simultaneously top Billboard's Hot Country Songs and Hot 100
- Upcoming performances:
- Detroit Lions' Thanksgiving Halftime Show (November 28)
- Grand Ole Opry debut (January 18, 2025)
- European tour (March 2025)
- North American tour conclusion (December 16, Philadelphia)
"Since day one, Apple Music has supported by music and artistry, and I am both honored and humbled to receive this recognition," said Billie Eilish upon receiving the award.
SoundExchange President Michael Huppe praised Shaboozey's unique blend of hip-hop and country music, noting his impact on mainstream music. Shaboozey expressed gratitude for the recognition, stating, "It's been an incredibly fulfilling year with still lots to come."
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