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KINGDOM CHOICE AWARDS

The Kingdom Choice Awards is the nation’s premier award show celebrating Christian Hip Hop and Urban Gospel music and culture. Dedicated to honoring the authenticity of CHH and urban Kingdom culture, the KCA was founded in 2009 by Marcus Hall, CEO of Kingdom Time ENT. Since its inception, it has been a tremendous blessing to the Urban Christian community. Before the pandemic, the event was hosted at the Kumble Theater on Long Island University’s Brooklyn campus. In 2022, KCA organizers took a bold step of faith, relocating the event to Peter Norton’s Symphony Space on Broadway in New York City—a move that proved instrumental in elevating the KCA to new heights.

(1K Phew, KCA 2024, Symphony Space, Broadway, New York City)

The KCA has honored Hip Hop legends and pioneers such as Mike Peace, Corey Red, Kurtis Blow, Gospel Gangstaz, Flame, Da Truth, The Ambassador, Richie Righteous, Pettidee, Canton Jones, Brinson, James ‘Trig’ Rosseau, Tre 9, Aziz Brimah, DJ Wade-O, K-Drama, Mahogany Jones and more. The event has seen some unforgettable performances by heavy hitters such as Andy Mineo, Social Club, Bizzle, Steven Malcolm, Miles Minnick, 1k Phew, Mike Teezy, Anike, Scootie Wop, Brenno, Jor’Dan Armstrong, Angie Rose, Sherwin Gardner, Jered Sanders, Jarred Allstar, Swoope, Datin, The Menace Movement, , Uncle Reece, Heesun Lee, Beleaf, Wingy Danejah and many others. The KCA is produced with a commitment to excellence, delivering a highly professional presentation that provides attendees with an authentic and prestigious award show experience..

(2024 KCA Honoree, Pastor Tommy aka Urban D, Croosover Church)

Following the success of the KCA’s 2022 venue change, the Kingdom Time ENT executive team has officially designated Peter Norton’s Symphony Space as the event’s new home. Kingdom Time ENT CEO Marcus Hall stated, “Moving the event to Symphony Space was a leap of faith that has truly paid off. God has elevated the KCA to new heights, granting us the grace to execute the event with even greater excellence. For that, we give God all the glory.”

Sponsorship:

The KCA executive team is now welcoming sponsors for the 2025 event, offering an opportunity to partner with Kingdom Time Entertainment. Four featured sponsorship packages are available, with the option to customize packages to best suit the needs of potential sponsors.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(Mike Teezy, KCA 2024))

2025 KCA Submission Information

To be eligible as a 2025 KCA nominee, you must meet the following requirements:

  • You must be saved, sanctified, and sealed with the Spirit.
  • You must meet the criteria for the category/categories you are submitting for.

Submission Guidelines:

  • All submissions must be sent to submissions@kingdomchoiceawardsnyc.com and include your name, contact information, and the category/categories you are submitting for.
  • Non-recording artists (e.g., producers, radio personalities, etc.) must submit a bio and a website (if available).
  • Recording/music artists must submit one song, album, or video, depending on the category/categories they are submitting for.
  • Eligible materials must have been released between August 1, 2024, and June 1, 2025.
  • The submission deadline is June 1, 2025.

Submission Process:

All submissions will be reviewed by the KCA committee, composed of professionals with deep experience and strong affiliations within the Christian Hip Hop and Urban Gospel genres. After thorough evaluation, the panel will select the official KCA nominees.

Performance Opportunities:

To request a performance slot for the KCA pre-show or main event, email the KCA production team at kingdomchoiceawardsnyc@gmail.com. Performance slots are limited, with priority given to official nominees. You will receive confirmation of your submission within two weeks of receipt.

Additionally, there are two sponsorship performance slots available. (See the 2025 KCA sponsorship package for details.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(KCA 2023, Angie Rose)

Nomination acceptance guidelines:

  • KCA Nomination Acceptance & Award Policy

    If you accept a KCA nomination, you must inform us whether you will be attending the event. This is essential, as trophies are only ordered for nominees who confirm their attendance. Trophies will not be shipped to nominees who do not attend, unless nominee wishes to pay for trophy and shipping cost.

    Additionally, if you accept a KCA nomination and win, you must receive your trophy when it is presented. Each award is custom-designed with the recipient’s name. If you are uncomfortable receiving public recognition or awards of this nature, we kindly ask that you do not accept the nomination.

    2025 Kingdom Choice Awards Categories:

    • Hip Hop Album
    • Female Rap
    • Male Rap
    • Hip Hop Lyricist
    • Rap Single
    • CHH Collaboration
    • Hip Hop Mixtape/EP
    • Urban Gospel Singer/Group
    • Urban Singer Single
    • Breakthrough Artist
    • Up Next Artist
    • Music Video
    • Gospel Reggae Song/Artist
    • Urban Latin Song/Artist
    • CHH Media Platforms/CHH Radio Show & Podcast (Combined category, two awards presented)