Mixcloud and Shure have announced a list of 24 producers, podcasters, radio hosts, engineers or field recordists, who, in their words, make up a “definitive list of creators pushing audio culture forward”. The artists were chosen by a panel featuring Holly Herndon, Yuri Suzuki, James Lavelle and Santigold. In addition, public votes will decide the winners of the Audience Choice Awards. The top four will receive a mentoring session and the opportunity to create a podcast detailing their personal story.

Nominees are: Counterpoint, Shy One, Miyu Hosoi, Hannah Brodrick, Otoboke Beaver, Maggie Andrew, Kyoka, Freshie, Velvet Negroni, Jules Gimbrone, Chal Ravens, Skinny Pelembe, Ailbhe Máiréad, Two Fresh, Channel Tres, Hibotep, C’est Qui, New Models Podcast, Miink, Fran Lobo, Lullatone, Debit, Bergsonist and Choker.

More information on the artists and how to vote can be found on Shure's website.