ABOUT THE
SOUTHERN ENTERTAINMENT AWARDS
The Southern Entertainment Awards (abbreviated as SEAs) has been a staple in southern culture, music and entertainment. Entering its 18th year, the SEAs strive to be a well-known and respected venue and channel that gives independent artists all around the globe a platform to be heard on evolving from its original desire to be an outlet used to acknowledge the accomplishments and influence of the Djs in the South.. Based in Nashville, Tennessee, the annual awards show has grown substantially from its remarkable beginnings at Gibson’s Showcase in 2004.
Since its conception, the three day event has been held Nashville, Tunica and Memphis; despite its location, there has been a consistent increase in attendance numbers, expansions of categories and nominations, local, national and international media coverage, as well as recognition of reputable and successful independent and mainstream professionals including, but not limited to, Yo Gotti, Nicki Minaj, B.o.B., Conya Doss, Algebra Blessett, Rudy Currence and Big K.R.I.T.. With accompanying panels, performances and a fashion show, the SEAs, once viewed as a ‘regional event, are now esteemed as a recognizable brand throughout the world.
MISSION STATEMENT
The Southern Entertainment Awards strives to be a platform that showcases independent talent, offers industry support and bridges the many gaps between music, arts and brands. Through tailored efforts, initiatives and consistent outreach, the SEAs challenges ourselves and our organization to provide a solid foundation for indie artist.
Inaugural Southern Ent Awards
Gibson’s Showcase - 2004 Nashville, TN
2nd Annual Southern Entertainment Awards
Sheraton Hotel - 2005 Nashville, TN
3rd Annual Southern Entertainment Awards
Grand Casino Resort - 2006 Tunica, MS
4th Annual Southern Entertainment Awards
Grand Casino Resort - 2007 Tunica, MS
5th Annual Southern Entertainment Awards
Grand Casino Resort - 2008 Tunica, MS
6th Annual Southern Entertainment Awards
Gold Strike Casino Resort - 2009 Tunica, MS
7th Annual Southern Entertainment Awards
The Cannon Center/Cook Convention Center
2010 Memphis, TN
8th Annual Southern Entertainment Awards
The Cannon Center/Cook Convention Center
2011 Memphis, TN
9th Annual Southern Entertainment Awards
The Cannon Center/Cook Convention Center
2012 Memphis, TN
10th Annual Southern Entertainment Awards
Embassy Suites/Marathon Music Works
2013 Nashville, TN
11th Annual Southern Entertainment Awards
Resorts Casino - 2014 Tunica, MS
12th Annual Southern Entertainment Awards
Resorts Casino - 2015 Tunica, MS
13th Annual Southern Entertainment Awards
Resorts Casino - 2016 Tunica, MS
14th Annual Southern Entertainment Awards
Resorts Casino - 2017 Tunica, MS
15th Annual Southern Entertainment Awards
Carnival Cruise - May 31 - June 4th, 2018
16th Annual Southern Entertainment Awards
2019 Nashville, TN
17th Annual Southern Entertainment Awards
2020 Held virtually due to Covid-19
18th Annual Southern Entertainment Awards
Bellshire Event Center - Nashville, TN - May 2021
19th Annual Southern Entertainment Awards
IP Casino Resort & Spa - Biloxi, MS - May 2022
