Inaugural CSMA · 2025
CSMA Legend Honoree
Honoring a Lifetime of Southern Soul Excellence
Each year, the Carolina Soul Music Awards bestows its highest distinction upon a trailblazer whose contributions have shaped the sound, culture, and spirit of Southern Soul music. The CSMA Legend Honoree award recognizes an individual whose legacy transcends generations and whose influence continues to inspire artists and fans across the Carolinas and beyond.
Get Your Tickets for the Reveal2025 CSMA Legend Honoree
To Be Announced
The identity of this year's Legend Honoree will be revealed at the Inaugural Carolina Soul Music Awards ceremony on Sunday, November 2, 2025 at the DoubleTree Hotel in Columbia, SC. Join us for this historic moment as we celebrate a true icon of Southern Soul music.
About the Legend Award
The CSMA Legend Award is the most prestigious honor presented at the Carolina Soul Music Awards. It is given to an individual who has demonstrated an extraordinary and lasting impact on Southern Soul music — through their artistry, their dedication to the culture, and their role in uplifting the communities of the Carolinas. This is not just an award; it is a celebration of a life devoted to the music.
Join Us for the Reveal
Be there in person when we unveil this year's Legend Honoree. The announcement will take place live on stage at the Inaugural Carolina Soul Music Awards.
Date & Time
Sunday, November 2, 2025
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Venue
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Columbia
2100 Bush River Road, Columbia, SC