Music Director of the Year  went to Sonja Maurin, second year student in the Journalism Program. Radio Show of the Year went to Lou Molinaro for his show “Lou’s Control” on INDI 101. Lou also won Media Person of the Year.

The Industry Awards recognize the achievements of those behind the scenes in the Hamilton music industry.  Every year the Industry Awards bring together record labels, managers, radio station personnel, producers, engineers, booking agents, talent buyers and venue managers. The Hamilton Music Industry Awards are part of the Hamilton Music Awards, which took place from November 18 - 21. 

INDI 101 Station Manager, Les Palango, congratulates all the winners and nominees from INDI 101. The radio station was up for a total of six awards. 

"Special recognition goes to INDI 101 Program Director Jamie Smith who pours his energy and dedication into making INDI 101 what it is – a top flight campus radio station representing Mohawk College with pride and creativity," said Les.

The nominations are as follows: 

Music Director of the Year: Sonja Maurin, Music Director, INDI 101, Mohawk College

Radio Show of the Year: INDI 101 “Lou’s Control” with Lou Molinaro, and INDI 101 “Sounds of the Hammer” with Jamie Smith

Media Person of the Year: Jamie Smith, Program Director, INDI 101, Mohawk College, and Lou Molinaro, Radio Host, INDI 101, Mohawk College

Radio Station of the Year: INDI 101 Mohawk College

INDI 101 won in the Radio Station of the Year category at the 2009 Hamilton Music Industry Awards. INDI 101 Station Manager Les Palango said he is proud that the Hamilton Music Industry Awards chose to acknowledge his team again in 2010.

“Although you don’t govern how you approach your work throughout the year with an eye on winning an award, it’s still a nice thing to know that the industry recognizes you,” Palango said.

INDI 101 is a living lab for Mohawk College broadcasting students. The station also devotes a considerable amount of time to promoting independent music, particularly home-grown Hamilton music. Many Hamilton Music Award nominees have been interviewed and had their music featured on INDI 101.