The National Indigenous Music Awards 2009 were the sixth annual National Indigenous Music Awards, first under its new name after being previously called NT Indigenous Music Awards.
The awards ceremony was held on 21 August 2009.
Sammy Butcher was born at Papunya, Northern Territory in Central Australia. He formed the Warumpi Band with George Burarrwanga, Neil Murray and Gordon Butcher in the late 1970s.
Tableland Drifters was formed in 1985 and perform country rock music across the Northern Territory.
David Asera, a mentor, musician and helped with Road Safety All Stars and Keep Australia Beautiful.
Act of the Year
Emerging Act of the Year
The winner won a $10,000 cash prize.
Album of the Year
DVD/Film Clip of the Year
Song of the Year
Artwork of the Year
Traditional Music Award
People's Choice - Song of the Year