The 2010 Platinum Vinyl Awards: New Artist of the Year

The New Artist of the Year (or Best New Artist) goes to the Solo Artist or Band/Group with either its debut release, or in other cases, a major label release for a longtime independent band.

The New Artist of the Year Nominees

• Audrey Assad
• Evolett
• Forever Jones
• Me in Motion
• VaShawn Mitchell
• Poema
• Kerrie Roberts
• Heather Williams

And the New Artist of the Year goes to:

Kerrie Roberts

Newly discovered Roberts, discovered by Third Days Mac Powell, released a debut that blasted into the publics consciousness. A voice that can shame a few veterans out there deserves to be honored right away. Congrats Kerrie on your win.