Brandon Santini Earns Four Nominations for The 2026 Blues Music Award!

Blues singer, songwriter, and harmonica powerhouse Brandon Santini has been nominated in four categories for the 2026 Blues Music Awards, presented annually by The Blues Foundation.

Often referred to as the most prestigious honors in blues music, the Blues Music Awards recognize outstanding achievement among artists who are shaping and preserving the genre today.

Santini’s nominations include:

• Contemporary Blues Album of the Year — "Which Way Do We Go?"

• Song of the Year — “Mile After Mile”

• Instrumentalist of the Year (Harmonica)

• Contemporary Blues Male Artist of the Year

The nominations reflect a banner year for Santini, whose album "Which Way Do We Go?" and its standout single “Mile After Mile” have connected strongly with audiences and blues radio alike.

**Voting is open exclusively to members of The Blues Foundation and will close on March 17 at 4:59 PM CST.**

Members play a critical role in determining the winners of the awards, making the Blues Music Awards one of the most respected and community-driven recognitions in the blues world.

For fans of modern blues, Santini’s four nominations highlight an artist continuing to push the music forward while honoring its rich traditions.