ADIA Andrews wins New Artist of the Year and Song of the Year; Dante’ Pride earns national spotlight
By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS
Published August 21, 2025
The Huntsville Music Office is celebrating national recognition for two of its own, after Music Ambassadors ADIA Andrews and Dante’ Pride earned honors at the 40th Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards on Saturday, August 16.
Huntsville’s ADIA Andrews won both New Artist of the Year and Song of the Year for her collaboration on “Amen,” with Michael McClure Jr., Terrell Anthony Pettus, Andrea Crouch, David “DLo” Outing, and Pastor Mike Jr.
Fellow ambassador Dante’ Pride was nominated for Rap/Hip-Hop Song of the Year for “Yeah Yeah Yeah Yeah” featuring Lisa Page Brooks. Pride also delivered a powerful live performance that drew wide praise during the nationally televised ceremony.
Often referred to as the “Grammys of Gospel,” the Stellar Awards celebrate the brightest stars in gospel and inspirational music. Andrews’ win and Pride’s nomination not only affirm their individual talent but also spotlight Huntsville’s growing influence in the national music scene.
“ADIA and Dante’ exemplify the very best of Huntsville’s music scene and the caliber of artists participating in the Music Ambassador Program,” said Matt Mandrella, Huntsville’s Music Officer. “Their recognition at the Stellar Awards demonstrates the incredible strength of talent we have in our community, and we are so proud to champion them.”
Launched in Huntsville, the Music Ambassador Program is the first municipal-level strategic music export program in the country. Its success has inspired other cities and states, including Tulsa, which now runs a similar initiative through its Office of Film, Music, Arts & Culture.
With Andrews’ Stellar wins and Pride’s national stage performance, Huntsville’s place as a rising hub for creative excellence is clearer than ever.
For more information on the Huntsville Music Ambassador Program, visit HuntsvilleMusic.com/MAP.