Under the glimmering lights of Hollywood—where reinvention is the name of the game—Irene Michaels is once again proving that talent, style, and drive never go out of fashion. The multi-hyphenate powerhouse has just landed a coveted nomination at the Hollywood Independent Music Awards for her latest single “Feeling Free”, a nod to her growing impact in the world of dance music and her ever-evolving creative journey.
For Irene, this isn’t just another trophy shelf moment. It’s a bold exclamation point in a story that keeps surprising and inspiring. Long known for her glamorous work as a model, actress, and philanthropist, she’s now blazing trails as a pop-dance recording artist—earning accolades and chart love with hits like I Like Rain and My Heart (the latter of which already scored her multiple Josie Music Awards).
The HIMA nomination feels like a perfect fit. The awards honor artists who go their own way—no corporate polish, no formulaic fluff. Just real art, made with guts and vision. And Irene? She’s built her second act on exactly that. Every beat, lyric, and performance is 100% her—driven by instinct, elevated by elegance.
“I’m honored,” Irene said. “Being recognized by an institution that values originality and fearless expression—it means the world. I’ve always believed that age and reinvention aren’t obstacles. They’re assets. If you love creating, you never stop.”
Set to take place July 30th, 2025, at the legendary Avalon in Hollywood.
The official website for the Hollywood Independent Music Awards may be found at https://himawards.com
To learn more about Irene Michaels go to https://www.irenemichaels.com