The 2023 Stellar Awards, one of the most prestigious celebrations of gospel music, recently took place, honoring outstanding artists and contributors to the genre. The star-studded event, held in a grand ceremony, showcased the best and brightest talents, inspiring millions of viewers worldwide.
Here are the winners in their respective categories:
**ARTIST OF THE YEAR**
Winner: Pastor Mike Jr. (Song: Winning)
**SONG OF THE YEAR**
Winner: “Impossible” by Pastor Mike Jr., James Fortune & JeVon Hill
**MALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR**
Winner: Pastor Mike Jr.
**FEMALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR**
Winner: Albertina Walker
** DUO/CHORUS GROUP OF THE YEAR**
Winner: Maverick City Music x Kirk Franklin – Kingdom Book One
**NEW ARTIST OF THE YEAR**
Winner: Lena Byrd Miles
**ALBUM OF THE YEAR**
Winner: “Winning” by Pastor Mike Jr.
** CHOIR OF THE YEAR**
Winner: Brent Jones for “Nothing Else Matters (INSTEAD OF COMPLAINING, PRAISE HIM)” (JDI Entertainment)
**PRODUCER OF THE YEAR**
Winner: Tye Tribbett & Joseph Bethea for “All Things New”
** CONTEMPORARY DUO/CHORUS GROUP OF THE YEAR**
Winner: Maverick City Music & Kirk Franklin for “Kingdom Book One”
**CONTEMPORARY MALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR**
Winner: Pastor Mike Jr.
**TRADITIONAL MALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR**
Winner: Zacardi Cortez
**CONTEMPORARY ALBUM OF THE YEAR**
Winner: “Winning” by Pastor Mike Jr.
**TRADITIONAL ALBUM OF THE YEAR**
Winner: “Imprint” by Zacardi Cortez
**URBAN/INSPIRATIONAL SINGLE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE YEAR**
Winner: “When I Pray” by Doe
** MUSIC VIDEO OF THE YEAR**
Winner: “Mr. McClure” by Michael McClure, Andre Rudolph & Antonio Minifield
**SPECIAL EVENT ALBUM OF THE YEAR**
Winner: “T.D. Jakes Presents ‘Finally Loosed'” by Various Artists
**QUARTET OF THE YEAR**
Winner: Keith “Wonderboy” Johnson, Restructure, Renew Reunion (Blacksmoke Music Worldwide)
**YOUTH PROJECT OF THE YEAR**
Winner: Detroit Youth Choir
** RAP HIP HOP GOSPEL ALBUM OF THE YEAR**
Winner: “Church Clothes 4” by Lecrae
**RECORDED MUSIC PACKAGING OF THE YEAR**
Winner: “All Things New” by Mike McKesey & Trent Nicholson
**PRAISE AND WORSHIP SONG OF THE YEAR**
Winner: “You’ve Been Good To Me” by Zacardi Cortez
**RAP/HIP HOP SONG OF THE YEAR**
Winner: “Black Sheep” by Pastor Mike Jr.
Congratulations to all the deserving winners who have brought inspiration and joy to countless hearts through their incredible music. The 2023 Stellar Awards will surely be remembered as a night of praise, worship, and celebration of gospel excellence. 🎶🏆🙌
