CHICAGO, IL – SEPTEMBER 21, 2011 – Central City Productions, Inc. chairman and chief executive officer, Don Jackson, announced today that the Stellar Awards second-round ballots would be available for general public voting online at  www.thestellarawards.com powered by Gospel Music Spot, until October 17, 2011, for the upcoming 27th Annual Stellar Awards.

"We are continuously learning and expanding to advancethe Stellar Awards voting process," Jackson said of the voting process.
 
The Gospel Musicspot (www.gospelmusicspot.com) is the Web Partner for the Stellar Award voting. As a free social networking website, created for the gospel and Christian community, it is a site where men, women and children regardless of age, ethnicity or social background can come together to promote spiritual growth and things of a positive nature.

The official press announcement to reveal the nominees for the 27th annual Stellar Awards will be broadcast live and aired on gmc, October 29, 2011. The event is free to the public. For more information please check the Stellar Awards website at www.thestellarwards.com.

Public Fan Favorite voting for the Gospel Announcer of the Year and Internet Radio Station of the Year will be available online from October 29, 2011 through November 15, 2011 at www.theStellarAwards.com powered by Gospel Music Spot.
 
The 27th Annual Stellar Awards will return to The Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tenn. on Saturday, January 14, 2012.
 
Founded in 1970 the Stellar Awards are the first Gospel Music Awards in the country honoring Gospel Music Artists, writers, and industry professionals for their contributions to the Gospel Music Industry.
 
About Central City Productions
With over 40 years of successful and innovative television production and marketing experience, Central City Productions (CCP) is a leader in minority - targeted television. CCP is a full service television production company that produces, syndicates, and manages advertising sales for all of its programs.
   
* Note - Your vote on the final second round will determine the four finalists for each of the Stellar Awards categories. Many of the entries in the categories from the first ballot were tied for votes, therefore, in the interest of fairness; all of the entries in some categories are included on the second ballot. Your vote is critical in determining the Nominees for the Stellar Awards.