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AIM25 Introduces Two New Categories, Expands Reach to Sarawak
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AIM25 Introduces Two New Categories, Expands Reach to Sarawak

From Utusan Malaysia · () Malay

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The 25th Music Industry Awards (AIM25) introduces two new categories: Best Borneo Song and Best Festival Song.
  • AIM25 will be held at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching, Sarawak, on September 26, with increased grant funding for winners.
  • The awards, now featuring 33 categories, aim to recognize the diversity of Malaysia's music landscape and boost local industry development.

The 25th Music Industry Awards (AIM25) is expanding its reach by introducing two new categories: Best Borneo Song and Best Festival Song. This move aims to embrace inclusivity within Malaysia's music scene. The Best Borneo Song award will celebrate the rich culture, languages, traditions, and unique identities of Sabah and Sarawak. Meanwhile, the Best Festival Song category will honor music that reflects Malaysia's diverse celebrations and promotes unity and cultural harmony.

We proudly introduce two new award categories this year, Best Borneo Song, as recognition for musical works that celebrate the richness of culture, language, traditions, and the unique identity of Sabah and Sarawak.

— Rosmin HashimChairman of the Malaysian Recording Industry Association (RIM) and Chairman of the AIM24 Organizing Committee, explaining the rationale behind the new categories.

With these additions, AIM25 now boasts a record 33 categories. The prestigious awards ceremony is set to take place at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) in Sarawak on September 26. This event is supported by the Ministry of Communications through the Digital Content Fund (DKK) via MyCreative Ventures, the Sarawak Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts (MTCP), and TVS as the Official Broadcaster and Co-organizer.

Meanwhile, the Best Festival Song category is introduced to celebrate musical works themed around various festivals in Malaysia, reflecting the values of unity, harmony, and cultural diversity of our nation.

— Rosmin HashimFurther elaborating on the purpose of the new festival song award.

The judging panel, comprised of experienced industry professionals, will be led by Chief Judge Ajai. The nominations process is open for music released between January 1 and December 31. To further support the local music industry, the Ministry of Communications has increased the grant allocation for AIM25 to RM950,000, up from RM700,000 in AIM24. Winners in 15 categories will receive RM50,000 each, while the winner of Album of the Year will receive RM200,000. AIM25 also receives RM1 million in grant support from MTCP Sarawak.

With this addition, AIM25 now covers a total of 33 award categories, the largest range in AIM's history.

— Rosmin HashimHighlighting the expanded scope of the awards.
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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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