Caribbean singer-songwriter Drastic, born Art Philip, has broken exciting news for fans and followers across the region: the Antigua and Barbuda-based performer has secured five distinct nominations across multiple genre and craft categories at the upcoming So Arise Music Awards.
The multi-talented artist earned nods in five competitive spaces: Best Dancehall Act, Best Reggae Act, Best Groovy Soca Performer, Best Music Video, and the prestigious Songwriter of the Year honor, a rare recognition that highlights his versatility across multiple areas of music creation.
In a public call to action shared with his audience, Drastic urged fans to show their support by casting votes across all five of his nominated categories. “I need your support! Each category has a separate ballot, so please use the link below and cast your vote in all five categories,” he shared with followers. Voting for the awards is structured with separate open ballots for each category, and the polling period is set to officially close on September 25, giving fans just weeks to cast their support for the Antiguan star.
A veteran of the regional Caribbean music scene, Drastic has built a reputation for collaborative work, having partnered with a wide range of regional and international recording artists over the course of his career. His discography includes fan-favorite tracks that have gained traction across the Caribbean and beyond, most notably the widely popular hit “Sweet Antigua.”
Beyond the So Arise Music Awards, So Arise Music International has larger plans for the region’s music industry: the organization is currently preparing for its 2026 Antigua Barbuda Global Music & Media Awards, scheduled to take place this coming November. The slate of events will also include the Island Groove Awards, a dedicated honor designed to celebrate and elevate emerging and established local musical talent from Antigua and Barbuda.
Fans can cast their votes for Drastic across all five of his nominated categories via the official link: https://vote-drastic.fullydrastic.chatgpt.site