On August 28 the 2024 Pacific Music Awards marked the event’s 20th anniversary celebration in Manukau, Auckland. 

Though not present at the event, local RnB legend Aaradhna won the highest number of awards (four), followed by Diggy Dupé and Shepherds Reign.

2024 Pacific Music Awards Winners:

Best Pacific Female Artist

Aaradhna

NZ Music Commission Best Pacific Male Artist

Diggy Dupé

Best Pacific Group

SWIDT

Best Pacific Language

Shepherds Reign

Best Pacific Gospel Artist

Signature Choir

Best Pacific Hip Hop Artist

Diggy Dupé

Best Pacific Soul/RnB Artist

Sam V

Best Pacific Roots/Reggae Artist

Unity Pacific

NZ On Air Best Pacific Music Video

Aaradhna

Director: Anahera Parata

MPGNZ/SAE Creative Media Institute Best Producer

Haz Beats

Best Pacific Song

Aaradhna

Best International Pacific Artist

Josh Tatofi

Recorded Music Te Tino Pukaemi Moana Nui a Kiwa o te Tau | Best Pacific Music Album

Shepherds Reign

People’s Choice Award – Best Pacific Artist

Shane Walker

NZ On Air Radio Airplay Award

Jordan Gavet

NZ On Air Streaming Award

Savage ft Aaradhna

Phillip Fuemana Award – Most Promising Pacific Artist

Miti

Creative New Zealand Award

Noa Records

Lifetime Achievement Award

Teremoana Rapley

Independent Music Award

Aaron Strickland