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Collectively, the Rap Advisory Committee continues to make strides in developing outreach to rap artists across the country, both English and Francophone, to increase the number of submissions in this category. As a result of these concentrated efforts, the number of submissions received by CARAS in the category of Rap Recording of the Year has been steadily rising since the category was established in 1990. By partnering with radio shows, online magazines and DJs across the country, the committee hopes to continue to raise awareness throughout the community about the submissions and judging process, specifically for rap artists.

Article: Good Reasons To Submit Your Music For The JUNO Awards

Nova Scotia’s Classified (Right) won Rap Recording of the Year at the
2013 JUNO Awards for “ Inner Ninja ” ft. David Myles (Photo: Liam Richards)

The Rap Advisory Committee includes seasoned label representative and Co-Chair, Jay Devonish (eOne Entertainment), and accepting the role of Co-chair this year is Kyle Kraft of Battle Axe/ Krafty Entertainment. As the founder of artist career development company Krafty Entertainment, and a founding partner of music publishing company Battle Axe Music, Kyle has also been involved in running a successful independent record label and in the booking and promotion of over 1,000 concerts. He currently focuses primarily on guiding artists’ careers, while lending his expertise to several initiatives supporting artists and the musical community. His predecessor, David “Click” Cox (Stylus Awards), will remain on the committee as a contributor. Other committee members include: Alan Greyeyes (Manitoba Music), Darryl Rodway (Urbnet), Dice B (CINQ 102.3FM), Don Smooth (K103FM), Greg Baptiste (Bell Media), Jay Swing (Donnelly Group/NationOfMillions.ca), Jesse Plunkett (HipHopCanada.com), Jody Laraya (Universal Music Canada), Marlon Wilson, (Music for Mavericks/Politic Live), Melissa “DJ MelBoogie” Langley (DJ/Publicist), Rez (CityOnMyBack.com), and RS Smooth (DJ/Radio Host).

The JUNO Awards have been proven to be an excellent networking vehicle, not only for artists who win, but also for nominees and/or participants in various JUNO Awards events.

2013 Rap nominee, JD Era, had this to say about his JUNO nomination: “Being nominated for a JUNO Award is a huge accomplishment in Canadian music. Regardless of the genre, its something that’s recognized worldwide and should be celebrated. My nomination last year opened numerous doors for my career and its something I’m very proud of.” Other previous nominees include Checkmate, Choclair, Classified, Concise, D-Sisive, DL Incognito, Drake, Dubmatique, Eternia, k-os, Kardinal Offishall, Sans Pression, Shad, Sweatshop Union, and Swollen Members.

Submission Fees & Deadlines | How It Works | Tickets

2014 JUNO Awards Submissions

Submission can be made online at http://junosubmissions.ca .

PLEASE NOTE: In order to be considered for nomination, a submission’s release date must fall between September 1, 2012 and November 13, 2013.

PLEASE NOTE: Both ALBUMS and SINGLES are eligible for nomination. If you released a big single but didn’t release a full-length album, you could still be nominated. Last year’s winner, Classified , won the Rap Recording of the Year for his single “Inner Ninja” featuring David Myles.

Early Bird Submission Deadline Date is 5:00 p.m. EST on October 23rd, 2013.

The Final Submission Deadline is 5:00 p.m. EST on November 13, 2013.

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Submission Fees and Deadlines

CARAS offers an early bird submission fee to those who submit between October 1, 2013 and October 23, 2013. CARAS members receive a reduced submission fee applicable for both the early bird deadline as well as the final deadline. If you are eligible to submit, you are eligible for membership. Please visit http://www.carasonline.ca/members for more membership information.

The submission fee can be paid online with a credit card or by cheque.

Oct. 1 ? 23, 2013 (Early Bird Deadline)

$35 for CARAS Members
$60 for non-members

Oct. 24 ? November 13, 2013 (Final Deadline)

$70 for CARAS Members
$90 for non-members

Jan. 7, 2014 (Deadline for Album and International Album of the Year)

$70 for CARAS Members
$90 for non-members

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How It Works

340 Judges ? Each year, judges are recruited for each of the 36 adjudicated categories to judge the material that is submitted. These individuals are responsible for listening to each of the submissions and voting for the best product in the genre. The judges change each year and are spread out in different facets of the music industry and different regions throughout Canada.

50 Nominating & Voting Committee Members ? The Nominating & Voting Committee is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the JUNO Awards. It is their responsibility to monitor any changes within the industry as it relates to the awards. The committee brings any necessary changes to the attention of the Board of Directors.

190+ Music Advisory Committee Members – Each category has an associated advisory committee that is responsible for ensuring that each of the submissions in their specific genre meets the required qualifications for the JUNO Awards.

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Article: Good Reasons To Submit Your Music For The JUNO Awards

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2014 JUNO Awards Tickets

For information about tickets to the 2014 JUNO Awards please visit JUNOAwards.ca .

Nova Scotia’s Classified (Right) won Rap Recording of the Year at the
2013 JUNO Awards for “ Inner Ninja ” ft. David Myles (Photo: Liam Richards)

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