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Brandi Trujillo Won Las Vegas Jazz Award

The musician and newly crowned Miss Bharat Worldwide settled in the valley this year.

Updated on Sept. 25, 2026 in World

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Local musician Brandi Trujillo earned the Jazz Artist of the Year award at the 2026 Las Vegas Black Music Awards for her single Mr. Godbody. Trujillo, who relocated to Las Vegas in 2026, also claimed the title of Miss Bharat Worldwide.

Why it matters

Trujillo has built her local presence through performances at open mic nights and in parking lots, focusing her work on sound-based healing frequencies. Her dual success marks a significant milestone for a newcomer following her move from Charlotte.

Trujillo received nominations in two categories at the 2026 music awards after spending 20 years in Charlotte. She now holds both a regional jazz title and the international Miss Bharat Worldwide crown.

The players

Brandi Trujillo

The musician and pageant winner is a recent Las Vegas transplant who focuses on sound healing.

The details

After moving to the valley in 2026, Trujillo became a fixture at open mic nights and improvised local performance spaces. Her award-winning single, Mr. Godbody, underscores a sound profile rooted in mantras and ceremonial healing. During her one-year reign as Miss Bharat Worldwide, she plans to dedicate her time to suicide prevention and mental health advocacy.

Timeline

  1. Brandi Trujillo moved to Las Vegas in 2026.

  2. She won the Jazz Artist of the Year award in 2026.

  3. Trujillo was crowned Miss Bharat Worldwide in 2026.

Beyond the Strip

This recognition follows the precedent of the Las Vegas Black Music Awards in highlighting independent artists performing in informal local venues. Trujillo's success echoes the growing trend of artists using the valley as a base for sound-based therapeutic work.

Residents interested in sound-based healing can watch for Trujillo's upcoming community outreach events. She will focus on suicide prevention and mental health awareness over the next year.

The takeaway

Trujillo's transition from open mic nights to a title-winning artist demonstrates the active reach of the valley's independent music scene. Residents can follow her work during her yearlong reign as she transitions into mental health and community service roles.

Further reading

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Source note: This article includes information reported by Thecharlottepost.