Ridley Bent has been named as the winner of the Country - Song category for the release “Nine Inch Nails” in the 8th Annual Independent Music Awards.

Reflecting the breadth of the independent music community, this year’s IMA Winners and Finalists were culled from thousands of submissions worldwide - and the largest number of entries ever received in the competition. A 50-person judging panel consisting of influential artists and industry decision makers including Peter Gabriel, Suzanne Vega, Roger Daltrey, George Jones, Buddy Guy, Keith Urban, James “Blood” Ulmer, Butch Walker, Paquito D’Rivera, Lee Ritenour, and others determined this year’s winners in 50+ Music and Design categories.

Vox Populi Voting will remain open through April, 2009 - you can still vote for Ridley in Best Country Song and Best Country Album!