Undoubtedly, the MIN Awards held last Wednesday, April 17, filled Zaragoza with the independent music that resonates in Spain. This being its 16th edition, the awards organized by UFi (Unión Fonográfica Independiente in Spanish) welcomed renowned artists such as Cala Vento, Zahara, La La Love You or Las Ginebras.
The gala, which had Lalachus as mistress of ceremonies, saw Alba Reche and Baiuca shine last night, who were awarded Best Song for “Diamante”. In addition, “Diamante/La Mare”, the EP to which this work belongs, won the awards for Best Recording and Best Musical Recording.
Other artists awarded are Cala Vento for Best Album 2023 with “Casa Linda”, Zahara as Best Artist 2023 or Valeria Castro for Best Root Music Album for “Con cariño y con cuidado” and Best New Artist.
However, a big highlight of the night was La La Love You. The Madrid-based group was not only recognized with the Republic Network award for Best Music Video for their work “El Principio de algo” with Samuraï, but they also took the stage for a very funny and unexpected reinterpretation of their song “El Fin del Mundo”, where they raise their voice against people talking at concerts.
The night was surrounded by more music with performances by Xoel López, Sexy Zebras, Fillas de Cassandra, Lia Kali and Tacho y Los Manolos, among others.
Taking the initiative to participate in these important awards for the industry in Spain, Republic Network is committed to independent music, supporting and promoting the talent of artists and creators.
Congratulations to the awardees!
Winners list:
Album of the Year Award: Casa Linda by Cala Vento
Best Artist Award: Zahara
Republic Network Award for Best Music Video: ‘El principio de algo’ by La La Love You & Samuraï. Directed by Raúl Pérez Fullea and Eduardo Montes.
Best Pop Album Award: Caldo Espírito by Xoel López
Best Root Music Album Award: con cariño y con cuidado by Valeria Castro
Best Flamenco Album Award: Agustisimísimo by Tomasito
Best Electronic Recording Award: Diamante / La Mare by Baiuca & Alba Reche
Best Basque Album Award: Cerodenero by IZARO
Best International Artist Award: Sufjan Stevens
Best Music Production Award: Alejandro Guillán for Diamante / La Mare de Baiuca & Alba Reche
Best Graphic Design Award: Paula de Álvaro for 08880 by OKDW
Best Original Lyrics Award: Ginebras for ‘Billie Max’.
Song of the Year Award: ‘Diamante’ by Baiuca & Alba Reche
Best Emerging Artist Award: Valeria Castro
Best Live Performance Award: Live at the WiZink Center by Morgan and the Golden family
Best Rock Album Award: Casa Linda by Cala Vento
Best Jazz Album Award: Roneando by Perico Sambeat
Best Classical Album Award: Imperatrix Agatha by Egeria
Best Urban Music Recording Award: Pasadas de moda by PUTOCHINOMARICÓN
Best Catalan Album Award: La boca aigua by Renaldo & Clara
Award Best Album in Galician: II by Grande Amore
Mario Pacheco Honorary Award: Alejandra Fierro, founder of Gladys Palmera
