On November 1, 2024, on the Day of the People's Awakeners, Vladimir Ampov - Grafa was awarded the prestigious Crystal Lyre Prize in the Pop and Rock Music category. This recognition, awarded by the Union of Bulgarian Music and Dance Artists (UBMTA) and Cantus Firmus, is given for excellence in Bulgarian music and dance art.
Grafa received the award for his impressive concert on September 30 (2023) at the National Stadium "Vasil Levski", realized with the support of ProCredit Bank. The event gathered tens of thousands of fans and was historic as Vladi Ampov became the first Bulgarian pop artist to perform at the iconic stadium. It featured spectacular stage design, modern lighting and visual effects that created an unforgettable atmosphere. Graf's stage presence, combined with his brilliant performance of his greatest hits, captured the hearts of those in attendance. The concert has become the most significant Bulgarian music event of 2023 and is yet another recognition of Grafa's talent and influence in Bulgarian music.
In accepting the Crystal Lyre Award, Graf expressed his deep gratitude, saying, "This award is for everyone who was at the stadium and for everyone who has been a part of my journey. Thank you to my fans - they are my motivation and inspiration to keep going."
At the end of 2024, Graf will have series of concerts in the country. The first one is on November 14 in TMC-Kardzhali, on November 16 Vladi Ampov will sing in Plovdiv Event Center, followed by a meeting with his fans in HashtagStudio in Burgas on November 22 and club "Tangra" in Sliven on November 23. On 29 November, the Rodopi Drama Theatre in Smolyan welcomes the beloved Bulgarian music star. In a message on social networks, Graf announced that his last concert for 2024 will take place on December 27 at Sofia Live Club.
