Motown Gospel and Re Think Music Celebrate Thirteen Wins at 40th Stellar Gospel Music Awards

Motown Gospel and Re Think Music have made history with a spectacular showing at the 40th Stellar Gospel Music Awards, claiming thirteen major wins across multiple categories. The prestigious event, held on August 15 and 16 at the historic Schermerhorn Symphony Center in Nashville, Tennessee, once again cemented its reputation as The Greatest Night in Gospel Music.

A Night of Historic Victories

The Stellar Awards remains the first and only gospel music awards show in the United States, honoring artists, writers, and industry leaders for their invaluable contributions to the gospel music industry. This year, Motown Gospel and Re Think Music emerged as the standout winners, dominating categories and receiving widespread recognition.

Brad O’Donnell, President of Capitol Christian Music Group (CCMG), reflected on the achievement:
“These wins reflect the extraordinary passion and talent of our artists, songwriters, and creative teams. Their commitment to excellence and to sharing their message of hope through music continues to inspire us and we congratulate each of them on these wins.”

Performances that Lifted the Spirit

The two-night celebration featured unforgettable performances from some of the most powerful voices in gospel today, including Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Dante Pride, Jonathan McReynolds, Pastor Mike Todd & Transformation Worship, Adia, and William Murphy.

Adding to the excitement, Walter Thomas, SVP of Motown Gospel, remarked:
“We celebrate this milestone as a collective victory and look forward to continuing to uplift and serve the world with life-changing music.”

Televised Premiere for Global Audiences

Fans who could not attend in person will still be able to experience the energy of the awards. The 40th Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards will premiere on the Stellar Network on Saturday, August 30 at 8PM and 11PM EST, followed by a nationwide broadcast on BET on Sunday, August 31 at 8PM ET and 7PM CT.

Full List of Motown Gospel and Re Think Music Wins

Pastor Mike Jr.

• Artist of the Year

• Song of the Year: Amen

• Male Artist of the Year

• Album of the Year

• Producer of the Year

• Contemporary Male Artist of the Year

• Urban Inspirational Single of the Year

• Music Video of the Year: Amen

• Rap Hip Hop Song of the Year

Ricky Dillard

• Choir of the Year

• Traditional Choir of the Year

Karen Clark Sheard

• Recorded Music Packaging of the Year

Transformation Worship

• Praise and Worship Song of the Year