The nominees for the 2025 Heavy Music Awards have just been revealed, igniting excitement within the music community. This prestigious event is gearing up for its ninth annual ceremony, scheduled for August 21 at the iconic O2 Forum Kentish Town in London, promising a spectacular showcase of talent in the heavy music genre this summer.

This year’s nominations span across ten distinct categories, with Bring Me the Horizon, Knocked Loose, and Linkin Park leading the charge, each receiving three nominations. Their diverse contributions to music have set the stage for an unforgettable awards show.

Discover the Nominees and Their Categories

As previously mentioned, the competition is fierce with Bring Me the Horizon, Knocked Loose, and Linkin Park at the forefront, all vying for the coveted title of Best Album, which is considered the most prestigious award at the event. Beyond this, Bring Me the Horizon has also secured nominations for Best U.K. Artist and Best U.K. Live Act, showcasing their dominance in the UK music scene.

Knocked Loose has been recognized with nominations for Best International Artist and Best Album Artwork, highlighting their impact on the global music stage. Meanwhile, Linkin Park also earned nods for Best International Artist and Best Album Artwork, demonstrating their enduring legacy and innovation in music.

To view the complete list of nominees and their respective categories, see the details below.

Best Album

Amyl & the Sniffers – Cartoon Darkness
Bilmuri – American Motor Sports
Bring Me the Horizon – Post Human: NeX GEn
Heriot – Devoured By the Mouth of Hell
Knocked Loose – You Won’t Go Before You’re Supposed To
Linkin Park – From Zero
Poppy – Negative Spaces

Best Breakthrough Album Candidates

Allt – From The New World
Better Lovers – Highly Irresponsible
Dead Pony – Ignore This
Rory – Restoration
Scene Queen – Hot Singles in Your Area
Speed – Only One Mode
Thrown – Executive Guilt

Recognizing the Best U.K. Artists

Architects
Bring Me the Horizon
Enter Shikari
Heriot
Malevolence
Neck Deep
Sleep Token

Spotlighting the Best International Artists

Bad Omens
Electric Callboy
Green Day
Knocked Loose
Linkin Park
Poppy
Spiritbox

Celebrating the Best U.K. Live Artists

Bleed From Within
Boston Manor
Bring Me the Horizon
Bury Tomorrow
Enter Shikari
High Vis
Sleep Token

Honoring the Best International Live Artists

Electric Callboy
Gojira
Green Day
Korn
Motionless in White
Spiritbox
The Warning

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Emerging Talents: Best Breakthrough Live Artist

Alt Blk Era
Better Lovers
House of Protection
Lolo
Rory
South Arcade
Unpeople

U.K. Breakthrough Artist Recognition

Dead Pony
Lambrini Girls
Snayx
South Arcade
Split Chain
Unpeople
Vower

Best International Breakthrough Artist Awards

Allt
Amira Elfeky
Bambie Thug
Gel
Gore
House of Protection
Sleep Theory

Celebrating Outstanding Album Artwork

156/Silence – People Watching
Blood Incantation – Absolute Elsewhere
The Ghost Inside – Searching for Solace
Knocked Loose – You Won’t Go Before You’re Supposed To
Laura Jane Grace – Hole in My Head
Linkin Park – From Zero
Neck Deep – Neck Deep

Participate in the Voting Process

The voting period for the 2025 Heavy Music Awards is currently open and will remain available until 5 PM BST on April 25. Participants are encouraged to cast their votes in the various categories. Keep in mind that voters will need to provide their contact details, which will also enter them into a draw for a chance to win a pair of tickets to attend the 2025 ceremony.

The excitement culminates at the 2025 Heavy Music Awards ceremony on August 21 at the O2 Forum Kentish Town in London, where winners will be revealed. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this electrifying event!