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2026 Guild of Music Supervisors Awards: Celebrating Excellence in Music Supervision
3/1/2026, 11:08:22 AM
Major Winners and Highlights
The 16th annual Guild of Music Supervisors Awards took place on February 28, 2026, at The Wiltern Theatre in Los Angeles, recognizing outstanding achievements in music supervision across various media. The film "Sinners" emerged as the biggest winner, securing multiple awards, including Best Song Written and/or Recorded for a Film for "I Lied to You," co-written by Raphael Saadiq and Ludwig Göransson. Niki Sherrod, the music supervisor for "Sinners," also won Best Music Supervision in Major Budget Films.
Other notable winners included Gabe Hilfer for "Marty Supreme," which won Best Music Supervision in Mid-Level Budget Films, and Sarah Bromberg and Stephanie Diaz-Matos for "One of Them Days," awarded Best Music Supervision in Low Budget Films. In the television category, Tiffany Anders won for "The Lowdown" in the drama category, while Hilfer also took home an award for "The Studio" in the comedy category.
Special Recognitions
Raphael Saadiq received the Icon Award for his significant contributions to the music and film industry. During the ceremony, he performed "I Lied to You" alongside Göransson and Brittany Howard of Alabama Shakes. Additionally, Robin Kaye, a former Vice President of the Guild and a respected music supervisor, was posthumously honored with the Legacy Award, with Alejandro Aranda performing a tribute in her memory.
Performance Highlights
The awards ceremony featured live performances from various artists. Diane Warren, Sharon Farber, and Eden Kontesz performed the nominated song "Dear Me" from "Diane Warren: Relentless," while Keith Secola showcased "NDN Kars" from "Dark Winds." Cris Chil debuted her new song "15K," and John Tesh performed during the Sponsor Showcase.
Complete List of Winners
The awards recognized excellence across multiple categories:
Film
- Best Music Supervision in Major Budget Films: Niki Sherrod, "Sinners"
- Best Music Supervision in Mid-Level Budget Films: Gabe Hilfer, "Marty Supreme"
- Best Music Supervision in Low Budget Films: Sarah Bromberg, Stephanie Diaz-Matos, "One of Them Days"
- Best Music Supervision in a Non-Theatrically Released Film: Frankie Pine, "Nonnas"
- Best Song Written and/or Recorded for a Film: "I Lied to You" from "Sinners"
Television
- Best Music Supervision in a Television Drama: Tiffany Anders, "The Lowdown" (Season 1)
- Best Music Supervision in a Television Comedy: Gabe Hilfer, "The Studio" (Season 1)
- Best Music Supervision in Reality Television: Meryl Ginsberg, Sara Torres, Jordan Young, "Love Island USA" (Season 7)
- Best Song Written and/or Recorded for Television: "Dialing In" from "Smoke" (Season 1)
Documentaries and Advertising
- Best Music Supervision in a Documentary Film: Amanda Clemens, Jody Colero, "Lilith Fair: Building a Mystery"
- Best Music Supervision in Advertising (Synch): Nellie Rajabi, Jonathan Wellbelove, "iPhone 17 Pro | The Ultimate Pro"
Conclusion
The Guild of Music Supervisors Awards not only celebrate the achievements of music supervisors but also highlight the integral role music plays in enhancing storytelling across film, television, and other media. The event showcased a blend of talent, honoring both established and emerging artists in the industry.
