Black Welsh
Music Awards
Recognising the vibrant contributions of Black artists to Wales’ rich musical landscape
About BWMA
The Black Welsh Music Awards (BWMA) was founded in 2020 to recognize, celebrate, and amplify the voices and talents of Black musicians across Wales. Inspired by the legacy of the MOBO Awards, we aim to highlight contributions in genres ranging from Afrobeat and Hip-Hop to Reggae, Grime, R&B, and beyond.
Our Vision
We brought you jazz, and now we’ll bring you something else.” – Sir Lenny Henry OBE
The Black Welsh Music Awards aim to showcase the richness of our musical diversity and unite communities through the universal language of music.
More Than Just Awards
This isn’t just about trophies. It’s about building an infrastructure that incorporates the unique contributions of Black artists into the Welsh music economy. It’s about education, celebration, and creating professional platforms for young talents to shine.