J Awards of 2021

The J Awards of 2021 are the seventeenth annual J Awards, established by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation's youth-focused radio station Triple J.

The eligibility period for releases took place between November 2020 and October 2021. The nominations were announced on 1 November 2021. The winners were announced on 18 November 2021 with Genesis Owusu winning two awards.

Australian Album of the Year
The nominees for albums, chosen for their creativity, musicianship and contribution to Australian music.

Double J Artist of the Year
The artists who impressed Double J with their musical excellence and contribution to Australian music.

Australian Video of the Year
This award celebrates creativity, originality and technical excellence in music videos.

Unearthed Artist of the Year
Five artists that have risen through the ranks of Unearthed and are set for massive things in 2022.

You Done Good Award
The You Done Good Award recognises an individual, group or business in the Australian music scene who has gone above-and-beyond and done something real good this year.