Defenders Ent presents 'This Is UK Rap Awards 2020' the first live streamed awards platform this October

 

Taking place during October 2020, Defenders Ent are proud to announce a ground-breaking new awards platform to showcase the absolute best in UK Rap culture. The inaugural This Is UK Rap Awards will be streamed live on social media, transitioning away from the traditional physical award format towards a more innovative and fan-friendly approach which fully embraces the widespread use of social media and remains in keeping with the current social distancing rules.

 

During this current time of uncertainty around social distancing and Covid-19, this unique awards event will be live streamed across social media, bypassing the traditional venue-based awards model. Fans will be and able to tune in at their own leisure, with awards being hand-presented to 13 category winners, all from their choice of iconic location. This will take place on social media throughout one week rather than in one night, making for a more shareable experience, boosting engagement across social media and mobile technology for both the winners and fans alike.

 

Fan engagement does not stop there, as the winners will be voted for by the public once nominations have been announced in July. See full list of categories below:

 
Best Newcomer

Best Video

 

Best Personality 

Best Group

Best Innovator 

Best Album/EP

Best Clothing Brand 

Best DJ

 

With the popularity and wide-ranging influence of UK Rap and urban culture possibly at its highest point yet, these awards could not come at a better time. Not only to acknowledge acts within the UK but also capture the culture at its peak and to celebrate both emerging and more established DJ's, Rappers, Producers, Brands and more. The 'This Is UK' brand is owned by Defenders Ent, their CEO Corey Johnson explains:

 

“This is UK Rap have been promoting the genre and its emerging talent since 2010 with our first compilation This Is UK Rap Vol.1 ' back when we were just classed as Urban'. Now, through the hard work and passion of everyone involved, our scene has exploded into the mainstream.”

 

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