ALBUM of the Year APEX Award

Category Description:

The ALBUM that dominated all others with a full-body experience from start to finish! Tracks that hit the nerves, beats that awoken the soul, production that delivered the vibe and storytelling that brought you into another zone. This category celebrates raw creativity, unmatched artistry and of course, a DOPE A$$ ALBUM. It’s more than a playlist of hits; it’s the heart, hustle, and vision that define a timeless masterpiece.

Category Consciousness:

The 2025 Album of the Year APEX Award acknowledges the package-deal album. That back-to-back, intro to outro repeat rotation album that was immediately added to the collection! BUT we’re taking it ALL into consideration when it comes to the crown. This includes consideration of release date, track listings, collabs, consistency, flows, purpose & ALL THAT.  

(Current Nominations Listed in Alphabetical Order)

CATEGORY POINTS:

    • Length of Album
    • Release Date
    • Release Platforms
    • # Features Included
    • 75%+ Unreleased Content
    • Organic Streams
    • Physical Sales
    • Production Quality
    • Plot Precision 
    • Organic Audience Interaction
    • Reviews

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