Gospel music awards announced
Singer-songwriter Michael W. Smith was named artist of the year for the second consecutive year and walked off with five other honors at the Gospel Music Assn.’s 34th annual Dove Awards.
But the biggest haul at Thursday night’s ceremony in Nashville was by Nichole Nordeman, who won six awards, including female vocalist of the year and songwriter of the year. Her song “Holy,” from her “Woven & Spun” album, was named song of the year.
Third Day was named best group for the third time in a row, while the Paul Colman Trio was named best new group.
The awards show will air on the Pax TV network April 19.
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