The 2013 Kootenay Music Awards ceremony was held at Spiritbar in Nelson, BC’s Hume Hotel on Friday night. The handcrafted trophies were awarded to the winners by local celebrities, and music was provided by several Kootenay bands. Thanks to the Nelson Brewing Company and Black Press for putting on a great event, and congratulations to all of the winners – what a fantastic night!

Artist of the Year – The Good Ol’ Goats
Song of the Year – Shred Kelly “The Bear”
Album of the Year – Brian Rosen and the Whatnow
Producer of the Year – YAN ZOMBIE
Best DJ – Rafferty Funksmith
Best New Artist – Dylann Heidi
Best Live Act – Shred Kelly
Best Roots and Blues – The Good Ol’ Goats
Best Rock/Punk/Metal – Thus Far
Best Folk/Country – Moats n Oats

All photos by Emilee Zaitsoff of Electrify Photography