2023 Libera Awards

The 2023 Libera Awards were held on June 15, 2023, to recognize the best in independent music of 2022 presented by the American Association of Independent Music. The ceremony took place at the Town Hall in New York City and was broadcast on YouTube. American comedian Hannibal Buress hosted the ceremony.

The nominations were announced on March 22, 2023, with British duo Wet Leg leading the nominations with six, followed by Sudan Archives, Allison Russell, Fontaines D.C. and Soul Glo, all with three each. Four new categories were introduced: Best Remix, Best Short-Form Video, Best Singer-Songwriter Record and Best Soul/Funk Record. Additionally, three categories were renamed: Best World Record was renamed into Best Global Record, Best Americana Record into Best American Roots Album, and Best Folk/Bluegrass Album into Best Folk Album.

Wet Leg received the most awards with five wins, including Record of the Year for their self-titled album. Sudan Archives also received multiple awards with two wins, Best R&B Record and Best Breakthrough Artist/Release.

Winners and nominees
The nominees were announced on March 22, 2023. Winners are listed first and in bold.