WINNERS

BALTIMORE CROWN AWARD WINNERS

2025 BALTIMORE LEGENDS

STRYKER'S POSSE: Baltimore's premiere reggae institution, giants of the genre for over 30 years, opening for global icons and is Baltimore's bridge to the world's reggae movement

ROD LEE: Foundational pioneer producer & DJ. This Baltimore Legend Shaped the sound, culture, and the national/international identity of Baltimore Club

DJ KENNY K: The legendary mix master and soundtrack to Baltimore's nightlife for decades.
SUPA DJ BIG L: A master operator of the decks and backbone of several eras of The Baltimore Scene who kept the city dancing for decades

NAVASHA DAYA -iconic songstress and changemaker that carried our city's music across the world for over two and half decades

LIL BLACK - Legendary host whose voice, influence, and authenticity shaped the city's sound and spirit for generations.

TSU TERRY -a cultural treasure and global dance ambassador that put the city's dance legacy on the world map and set standard of Baltimore Club

WHEELIE WAYNE - the epitome of bike life and symbol of Baltimore's creativity and unstoppable spirit.

GET EM VERB - master word technician and flawless craftsman and legend of freestyle

K MACK - with more than 30 plus years contributing to the Hip Hop Scene, this Baltimore Hip Hop pioneer carried the underground on his back with his longevity, relevance, authenticity, and talent

& Post Mortem - Remembering Lor Scoota- whose artistic footprint still shapes generations. This artist who used his influence to try to save lives with his slogan "spread peace and not violence"

2025 K-SWIFT AWARD RECIPIENTS - celebrated for bringing Baltimore Club Music Forward 2nd cohort- joining Porkchop, Buck Jones, TSU Terry, Unruly, Kai McFly, Run it Up Jordan, Neek B, Mighty Mark, DJ Tigga, Ducky Dynamo, Larry Whaddup

Dancin Brandon
Skinny Girl
AyyMello
S Dot
Rip Knoxx
Queen Nita
Queen Styles


Derrick OOH Jones Service Award Recipient for Extraordinary Service in Baltimore
Big Fred Watkins - Lil Laughs Anti-Bullying & Confidence Enrichment Youth Program

Cherished Elders of The Year Recipients:
Ertha Harris & Maurissa Stone

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Activist of The Year
Uncle T

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Actor of The Year
Garry Haun

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Actress of The Year
Ramona Rideout

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Artivist of The Year
Jon Brick

Baltimore Crown Award 2025 Art Educator of The Year DJ 5 Starr

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Baltimore Excellence Award
Brandon Scott

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Band of The Year
Turnstile

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Barber of The Year
Cuttz By Silk

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Battle Rapper of The Year
Tay Roc

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Bike Life Award
Do The Bike Thing

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Bookstore of The Year
Red Emma's

Baltimore Crown Award 2025 Best Brunch Spot Blk Swan

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Business of The Year
The Black Genius Art Show

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Chef of The Year
Chef Rock

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Clothing Boutique of The Year
Cashland Clothing

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Best Clothing Line
From Baltimore With Love

Baltimore Crown Award 2025

Comedian of the Year
Smirf

Baltimore Crown Award 2025 Content Creator of the Year Girl He Funny

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Creative of the Year
Runitup Jordan

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Crown Them Now Award
For Being A Cornerstone of Baltimore Hip Hop
DJ Harvey Dent

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Dancer of The Year
Jaylen Brown

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
DJ of The Year
Tromac

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Duo of The Year
DJ Tromac & DJ Sun

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Entrepreneur of The Year
YG Teck

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Establishment of The Year
Creative Alliance

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Event of the Year
Artscape

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Event Curator of The Year
Jayswann

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Event Host of the Year
April Watts

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Fashion Designer of The Year
Yele Stitches

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Foundation Award
Wombatt

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Genius Award
Bippleyipsnip

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Graphic Designer of the Year
Ali Truman

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Group of The Year
Fearless Dance Empire

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Hairstylist of The Year
Tish The Blow Out Queen

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Hip Hop Artist of The Year-Female
Si Notes


Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Hip Hop Artist of The Year-Male
YG TECK

Baltimore Crown Award 2025 House Music Award
DJ Biskit


Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Impact Award
Sheree Roger’s Pop Up Food Pantry

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Innovator Award
Bippleyipsnip

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Make Up Artist of The Year
Ashley Callaway

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Manager of The Year
XTRAVAGANT DAD

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Media Award
Baltimore Beat

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Musician of The Year
Timothy Fletcher


Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Best New Artist
Tonni Red

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Open Mic of The Year
Words, Wings, and Wine

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Party of The Year
The Dolla Sto


Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Organization of The Year
Beats Not Bullets


Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Performer of The Year
JABBAGOTDAJUICE


Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Photographer of The Year
Myles Michelin


Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Podcast of The Year
Truth To Power Talk by Dr. Maat


Baltimore Crown Award 2025

Poet of The Year
K-Love The Poet


Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Promoter of The Year
TV Biddy


Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Producer of The Year
Tromac


Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Best Radio Show Personality
Porkchop


Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Best Radio Show
The Quicksilva Morning Show


Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Renaissance Man of the Year
Mully Man


Baltimore Crown Award 2025 Renaissance Woman of The Year Marcy Flywire Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Restaurant of the Year
Blk Swan


Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Retail Store of the Year
Black Genius Arts Show


Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Song of the Year
Roll Call- TSU Terry


Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Special Acknowledgment Award
The Function


Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Special Contribution Award
Spitcam University


Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Special Acknowledgment Award
Midnight Club Collective

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Special Acknowledgment Award
Shawna Divine


Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Special Appreciation Award
Kotic Couture


Baltimore Crown Award 2025 Studio of the Year
Hitman Studios


Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Supporter of the Year
Charmcity Music Live


Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Talent to Watch
Y1


Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Tattoo Artist of The Year
Ace Boog


Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Under the Radar Award
DJ Yae


Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Best Underground Release
2:22 DJ Dolla


Baltimore Crown Award 2025
The Wellness Award
India Harper Yoga

Baltimore Crown Award 2025 Writer/Author of The Year
Al Shipley


Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Vendor of the Year
Black Baltimore Vegan

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Venue of The Year
Safari

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Videographer of The Year
Michael Davenport

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Visual Artist of the Year
Mark West

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Vocalist of the Year
Gabby Samone

Baltimore Crown Award 2025
Youth Artist of the Year
Lor Xay Xay