What is the Polaris Music Prize?
Q: What is the Polaris Music Prize?
A: The Polaris Music Prize is an award given every year to the best full-length Canadian album. It is based on artistic merit rather than sales, genre or record label.
Q: How much cash prize does the winner of the Polaris Music Prize receive?
A: Initially, the cash prize for the Polaris Music Prize was $20,000. However, it was increased to $30,000 for the 2011 edition and has remained the same ever since.
Q: When is the list of nominees for the Polaris Music Prize released?
A: The list of nominees for the Polaris Music Prize is released in early July.
Q: Who picks the winner of the Polaris Music Prize?
A: The winner of the Polaris Music Prize is picked by a group called "The Grand Jury," made up of 11 jury members. They meet in Toronto at the Polaris Music Prize gala in late September, and the winner is chosen after the nominated bands perform.
Q: What criteria are used to select the winner of the Polaris Music Prize?
A: The winner of the Polaris Music Prize is chosen based on artistic merit, regardless of genre, sales, or record label.
Q: When was the Polaris Music Prize established?
A: The Polaris Music Prize was established in 2006 with a $20,000 cash prize.
Q: Is the Polaris Music Prize limited to albums released in a particular year?
A: Yes, the Polaris Music Prize is awarded to the best full-length Canadian album released in the year of consideration.
