North Bay Music Awards announce 2026 winners

The 2026 North Bay Music Awards, also known as the NorBays, have announced the winners of their annual readers’ poll. The awards recognize various musical genres and contributors to the local music scene in the Sonoma and Napa County regions.

Key winners include the Fargo Brothers for Best Americana, Spike Sikes and His Awesome Hotcakes for Best Blues, and Dry Creek Station for Best Country. Other category winners include DJ Fayad Moss for both Best Live DJ and Best Electronica DJ, Izzy Lilly for Best Female Solo Artist, and MJ Ward for Best Indie.

The awards ceremony is scheduled to take place on Friday, Oct. 23, at Ross Street Sessions in Santa Rosa, featuring live performances by Mariachi Pumas and Ellie James.