Courtesy of Texas Pura Vida Awards
The anticipation is building as the nominees for the inaugural Texas Pura Vida Awards 2024 have been announced! The Top 5 nominees in each category were revealed on Monday by the organizers during the “Three Amigos Podcast“. Leading the pack is the legendary Jay Perez, who has garnered an impressive eight nominations, including Entertainer of the Year, Male Artist of the Year, and Album of the Year.
Hot on his heels are Patsy Torres, Lucky Joe, newcomer Alicia C, and Texas Country artist Ranch Road Band, each securing six nominations. Fans can cast their votes for the Top 5 nominees at puravidaawards.com.
The winners will be unveiled at the grand Texas Pura Vida Awards 2024, set to be the biggest night in San Antonio’s Performing Arts community. The event will take place on Friday, August 16, 2024, at the Tobin Center. This prestigious event aims to honor and recognize the immense talent and contributions within the Performing Arts Industry across all walks of life.
The Texas Pura Vida Awards Show is more than just an awards show; it is a celebration of the diversity, creativity, and excellence of the performing arts in San Antonio. Attendees can look forward to an unforgettable Texas-style black-tie evening that promises to dazzle and inspire. The event will feature live performances by the Network for Young Artists (NYA) along with both global and local award-winning artists. The night will be highlighted by a special appearance by the legendary American Country Singer, Johnny Lee, and a theatrical performance by NYA.
In addition to these captivating performances, the awards show will recognize outstanding achievements in music. Awards will be presented in various categories including Entertainer, Country Artist, and Gospel Artist of the Year, as well as Texas originals in the Conjunto, Norteño, and Tejano categories. Talented young artists, 18 and under, will also be recognized with Male, Female, and Group Artist of the Year awards.
“What we are going to be doing with the Pura Vida Awards, is bringing all the performing arts under one roof. From film, television, music, our poets, our writers, screen players, screenwriters, journalists, you name it, that’s what we want. Bringing everyone together,” said CEO Brandy Lopez during a press conference. “We have so many great artists that are out there, a lot of great talent that we don’t even know of.”
The evening will culminate in a grand finale live band performance featuring LA 45 and the David Farias Band, among others, promising a night of unforgettable entertainment. Special appearances by Jay Perez, DJ Kane, Stefani Montiel, and Gabe Garcia will make the evening even more spectacular.
“We’re surrounded by talent, major, major talent. And today is a historical day for all of us, and not just for our culture, but all cultures,” said COO Danny Farias at the press conference.
The star-studded event will be hosted by Domingo Live hosts Rudy Trevino and Barbi Leo, promising an evening of glamour and celebration.
Tickets for the event are available online through the Tobin Center website and box office. The Red Carpet begins at 5:30 pm, followed by a Social Hour from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. The Awards begin at 7:30 pm. This is a Western and Black-Tie Event, so attendees are encouraged to dress in their finest attire.
Don’t miss this opportunity to witness history in the making and support the local talent that makes our industry shine. As Brandy Lopez puts it, “It is about us leaving a legacy but mainly to open the doors to our youth. So, they can think about the importance of education and what they can do in life and have everything it takes to make a difference.”
Full list of Texas Pura Vida Awards 2024 Nominees:
Entertainer of the Year
- Elida Reyna
- Jay Perez
- Los Palominos
- Patsy Torres
- Ranch Road Band
Female Artist of the Year
- Alicia C
- Crystal Torres
- Elida Reyna
- Maritza Gomez
- Patsy Torres
Male Artist of the Year
- James Arreola
- Jay Perez
- Joe Gutierrez
- Lucky Joe
- Ryan Edwards (Ranch Road Band)
New Artist of the Year
- Alicia C
- Conjunto Diferencia
- Joe Gutierrez
- Leroy Urrabazo
- Madison Pulido
Tejano Group of the Year
- Elida Reyna Y Avante
- Jay Perez and The Band
- La 45
- Los Palominos
- Patsy Torres Band
Conjunto Artist of the Year
- Conjunto Puro Corazon
- Los Palominos
- Los Texmaniacs
- Lucky Joe
Duo of the Year
- Gary Hobbs & Freddie Martinez – Barron Y Cuenta Nueva
- Jay Perez & David Lee Garza – Vino Maldito
- Jonny Martinez & Marco Jaime – Mil Noches
- Lucky Joe & Jesse Turner – Pa’Que No Te Cuenten
- Irma Aguilar ft Rhonda Garcia – Time To Move On
Single of the Year
- Alicia C – Todo
- Edwin Baltierra – Acariciarme
- Jay Perez ft. David Lee Garza – Vino Maldito
- Patsy Torres – Vive Con Ganas
- Ranch Road Band – Corpus Christi
Mariachi Single of the Year
- Alicia C – Te Digo Adios
- Angel Miranda – Amor de Ayer
- Irma Aguilar – Hija Mia
- Edwin Baltierra – Madrecita Hermosa
- Jay Perez ft. Cezar Martinez – Sirveme Otra, Cantinero
- Lucky Joe – Me Caiste Del Cielo
Video of the Year
- Alicia C – Te Digo Adios
- Edwin Baltierra – Madrecita Hermosa
- Elida Reyna Y Avante – Cierra Esa Boquita
- Jay Perez ft. David Lee Garza – Vino Maldito
- Ranch Road Band – Corpus Christi
Album of the Year
- Alicia C – Cada Parte De Mi
- Jay Perez – El Patron
- Los Palominos – El Orgullo De Uvalde
- Patsy Torres – Vive Con Ganas
- Ranch Road Band – Road Rage
Norteno Artist of the Year
- JR Reyna Y Eligido
- Los Palominos
- Lucky Joe
Gospel Artist of the Year
- Allen Thomas
- Damaris Guerra
- Johnny Arreola
- Zach Scoggins
Emerging Country Artist of the Year
- Irma Aguilar
- Mario Moreno
- Ranch Road Band
- Rita Capuchina
- Tequila Black
Songwriter of the Year
- Gary Hobbs
- Irma Aguilar
- Lucky Joe Eguia
- Patsy Torres
- Ryan Edwards
Podcast of the Year
- Gabe Molina Podcast
- New Mexico Radio Talk Show
- Puro Pedo Talk Show
- T2M Podcast
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