HOLLYWOOD, CA – July 10, 2025 – MTS Records is proud to announce that two of its standout artists—Pam Ross and Tim Tye of Midnight Sky—have been nominated for the prestigious 2025 Hollywood Independent Music Awards (HIMA), set to take place on July 30th, 2025, at the Avalon Hollywood.
North Carolina-based Americana rocker Pam Ross has earned a nomination in the “Singer-Songwriter” category, a recognition of her emotive, genre-blending style that fuses country, rock, and roots influences into a sound she calls “PamMusic.” Known for her deeply personal lyrics and compelling stage presence, Ross continues to turn heads in the independent music scene. Her latest singles, including “Have a Good Time” and “Tonight,” have garnered critical praise and growing radio support. Pam is nominated for her track, “Two Shots of Tequila.” More about her music and story can be found at www.pamrossmusic.com.
Meanwhile, Tim Tye, the visionary behind Dayton, OH-based Americana-country project Midnight Sky, has been nominated in the “Lyrics/Lyricist” category for his powerful composition, “A Few Good Years,” a Top 50 Billboard charting hit. The track exemplifies Tye’s reflective, storytelling-driven songwriting style—blending poetic insight with heartfelt gratitude for life’s most meaningful moments. Learn more about Midnight Sky at www.midnightskymusic.com.
The Hollywood Independent Music Awards is a global platform that recognizes exceptional talent in the independent music community. With nominations spanning a broad range of genres and categories, HIMA celebrates the work of artists who define creativity on their own terms. The 2025 HIMA ceremony promises to be a star-studded celebration of musical independence, taking place at the historic Avalon in the heart of Hollywood.
“We’re absolutely thrilled to see Pam and Tim nominated for such important categories,” said a spokesperson for MTS Records. “These nominations affirm what we’ve always believed—that both artists are extraordinary storytellers with a unique voice and a fearless commitment to authenticity.”
The full list of nominees is available at https://himawards.com/2025-nominations.
About MTS Records
Founded by Michael Stover, MTS Records is an award-winning label focused on developing and promoting independent artists across genres. With a roster that spans country, pop, rock, Americana, gospel, and beyond, MTS has built a reputation for championing authenticity and fostering long-term artist growth.
About the Hollywood Independent Music Awards (HIMA)
The HIMA is the premier awards show celebrating independent music from around the world. Affiliated with the Hollywood Music in Media Awards (HMMA), HIMA recognizes the craft of artists, songwriters, producers, and creatives who operate outside the mainstream but stand shoulder to shoulder with industry leaders in quality and innovation.