The SAMMYS New Director: James Austin
Since 2004, James Austin has been an active and influential presence in the Syracuse music community, building a career rooted in artist development, music advocacy, and community engagement.
2026 Syracuse Area Music Award Recipients
Below is the list of the 2024 Syracuse Area Music Awards Recipients. SAMMY awards are given based on the judgement of submissions sent to the SAMMYS Board by musicians in Syracuse and the surrounding area.
SAMMYS Director Stepping Down After 35 Years!
Liz Nowak has announced she will step down from the Director position at the close of the 2026 SAMMY Hall of Fame & Awards Show
2026 Syracuse Area Music Awards [Press]
Recent articles about the 2026 Syracuse Area Music Awards from area media outlets.
2026 SAMMY Nominees and Inductees
The 2025 Syracuse Area Music Award Nominees and Hall of Fame Inductees were announced Tuesday February 4th. Congratulations to the 51 SAMMY Nominees in 13 categories, and seven Hall of Fame Inductees!
2026 SAMMYS Spotlight Series on Bridge Street
The SAMMY Spotlight Series will be presented by our Supporting Sponsor NewsChannel 9 WSYR”s morning show “Bridge Street” each week through March 6. Tune in, DVR or stream Bridge Street at 10 am to enjoy the SAMMY Spotlight segment featuring local artists.
Nominees and Inductees To Be Announced February 3rd
The 2026 SAMMYS Press Conference is scheduled for Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 10:00am at The 443 Social Club & Lounge. At that time, the nominees from recorded music submissions will be announced in their category.
Save The Dates! 2026 Syracuse Area Music Awards
The Sammys Board is pleased to announce the 2026 Syracuse Area Music Awards Hall of Fame Dinner and Awards Show will be held on Thursday, March 5, 2026 Friday, March 6, 2026.
2025 Syracuse Area Music Award Recipients
Below is the list of the 2024 Syracuse Area Music Awards Recipients. SAMMY awards are given based on the judgement of submissions sent to the SAMMYS Board by musicians in Syracuse and the surrounding area.
Free Livestreams of the Awards Show and Hall of Fame Inductions
Visit our Facebook page on Thursday, March 6 at 8pm and Friday March 7 at 7pm for FREE livestreams of the 2025 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Syracuse Area Music Awards Show!