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celebrating Portuguese music as a global culture

Who We Are

The International Portuguese Music Awards
(IPMA) is an annual award ceremony
honoring the best music recorded and
produced by artists of Portuguese descent.
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A World Stage

Artists from around the world will be represented at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC), a 3,100 capacity venue in the heart of Providence, Rhode Island which is the state with the highest percentage of Portuguese population in the United States.
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Co-Hosts

Ricardo Farias is the host of the late night talk show De Cá P’ra Lá on RTP Açores and a reporter for RTP’s Hora dos Portugueses. Hailing from Providence, Ricardo is one of the most recognizable faces of the Portuguese community in the United States.

Daniela Ruah is known for her starring role in the long-running CBS series NCIS: Los Angeles as special agent Kensi Blye. She recently co-hosted Super Bowl Greatest Commercials with Nate Burleson. The Boston-born actress got her start in Portuguese soap operas and boasts several directing credits.

2025 IPMA Performer Lineup

Fernando Daniel rose to stardom after winning The Voice in Portugal. A powerful voice and emotive performances showcase his versatility across genres including pop, soul, and ballads. He was nominated for Best Portuguese Act at the MTV Europe Music Awards.

João Pedro Pais has a career spanning over two decades, with his signature blend of pop and rock songs. Awards include Globos de Ouro (Golden Globe Awards) and Prémio Autores (Authors' Award). He has hit some of the biggest stages such as Rock in Rio and toured with Bryan Adams on the Spain and Portugal leg of his tour.

Cremilda Medina is a cultural ambassador for Cabo Verde and renowned for her contributions to the traditional music of the islands, particularly in the genres of morna and coladeira. She is a two-time IPMA winner.

Cape Verdean music legend Tito Paris is renowned for his soulful melodies and masterful guitar playing that blends Cape Verdean rhythms with jazz and contemporary styles.

Augusto Canário is celebrated for his role in preserving and modernizing Portuguese folk music, particularly from Madeira, bridging the gap between traditional and contemporary sounds.

The Manic Boys and Girls Club is a sibling indie rock duo from Toronto known for their raw, high-energy performances. Their music features themes of youth, rebellion, and personal freedom. They won Music Video of the Year in the 2024 IPMA.

Jorge Silva emigrated to the United States in 1974 and has a “Key to the City” of East Providence. His fifty-year career has brought him to stages such as the Grand Ole Opry and Ritz Theatre. He was once invited to compete in Festival da Canção for the chance to represent Portugal in the Eurovision.

Mike Rita has performed several times at the prestigious Just For Laughs Comedy Festival and was nominated for a Canadian Screen Award for Best Writing and Performance in a Comedy Show alongside Russell Peters!

He has appeared on Kevin Harts LOL Network, MTV, and the hit TV show Portuguese Problems.

Photo: Nelly Saraiva