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Star Spot with Omar Akram, GRAMMY-Winning Pianist, Composer, and InterContinental Music Awards Judge

From Afghan-American Roots to Grammy Glory – Music, Challenges, and Moments of Beauty Unveiled Welcome to this episode of Star Spot! I’mĀ Merry, and in this series, I interview InterContinental Music Awards winners and insiders, bringing you exclusive insights into the…

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Star Spot with Anslom, the Winner of the InterContinental Music Awards’ ICon Award, Reggae Musician from Papua New Guinea

Exploring Anslom’s Reggae Music Voyage: From Papua New Guinea to Collaborations with Big Mountain, Don Carlos, and Shaggy Welcome to this episode of Star Spot! I’mĀ Merry, and in this series, I interview InterContinental Music Awards winners and insiders, bringing you…

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Portrait of the Omar Akram posing for his Grammy Nomination

InterContinental Music Awards’ Esteemed Judge Omar Akram Receives Grammy Nomination

Celebrating Excellence: Omar Akram’s Musical Odyssey Continues with Grammy Nomination The InterContinental Music Awards is thrilled to extend heartfelt congratulations to Omar Akram, member of the judging panel on his recent Grammy nomination in the New Age, Ambient, or Chant…

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Star Spot with Asta, The Winner of the InterContinental Music Awards, Multi-Talented Artist from Taiwan

From Songwriting Secrets to Soulful Melodies – An Exclusive Interview on Inspiration, Challenges, and the Joy of Creating Music With Asta   Welcome to this episode of Star Spot! I’mĀ Merry, and in this series, I interview InterContinental Music Awards winners…

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Jenny Portillo, District Director, presenting the Certificate of Recognition to Shahed Mohseni Zonoozi, founder and director of InterContinental Music Awards, at Councilmember Bob Blumenfield's office besides with Close-up of the prestigious Certificate

InterContinental Music Awards Receives Prestigious Certificate of Recognition from the City of Los Angeles

InterContinental Music Awards Receives Prestigious Recognition from City of Los Angeles The InterContinental Music Awards (ICMA) has received a prestigious Certificate of Recognition from the City of Los Angeles. This esteemed honor was presented by Jenny Portillo, District Director, to…

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