HIji RR Wins Two California Music Video Awards

Electronic rock artist honored for 'Lucky Stars (feat. Monkey Warhol)' music video

Mar. 19, 2026 at 3:03pm by Ben Kaplan

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Electronic rock artist HIji RR has won two California Music Video Awards (CMVAs) for the music video 'Lucky Stars (feat. Monkey Warhol)'. The awards, which recognize excellence and innovation in music videos, were presented at the 9th annual CMVA ceremony in San Francisco on February 16, 2026. HIji RR's collaboration with Monkey Warhol earned the 'The Trippy Award' for exceptional creative, artistic, and technical contributions, as well as the 'The Chip E. Best EDM/Dance Music Video' award, which was voted on by fans.

Why it matters

The California Music Video Awards are a prestigious honor that highlight the best in music-driven visual media. HIji RR's double win showcases his talent as an electronic musician and video director, further establishing him as a rising star in the industry. The recognition from both the CMVA judges and the voting public underscores HIji RR's ability to create engaging, innovative content that resonates with audiences.

The details

The music video for 'Lucky Stars (feat. Monkey Warhol)' was written, produced, and directed by HIji RR. It tells the story of Monkey Warhol piloting a spacecraft through the stars, with HIji RR guiding him from a remote control room. The illustrations featured throughout the video were created by independent visual artist L.Z. Anna. HIji RR and Monkey Warhol co-wrote the electro-pop song, which features melodic hooks and hypnotic beats.

  • The 9th annual California Music Video Awards ceremony was held on February 16, 2026 in San Francisco, California.
  • HIji RR was previously announced as a recipient of the CMVAs' 'The Trippy Award' for exceptional creative, artistic, and technical contributions.

The players

HIji RR

An electronic musician based in Silicon Valley, California, who fuses synthesizers, guitars, and virtual instruments into electronic songs with catchy hooks.

Monkey Warhol

A techno pop artist from Minneapolis who uses synthetic instruments and creative experimentation to produce energetic electronic music.

L.Z. Anna

An independent visual artist who created the illustrations featured throughout the 'Lucky Stars (feat. Monkey Warhol)' music video.

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What they’re saying

“Being recognized for one award is amazing, but two? That's just remarkable! I'm still in awe. A sincere THANK YOU to the CALIFORNIA MUSIC VIDEO AWARDS judges and the voting fans for the recognition!”

— HIji RR, Electronic rock artist

“AWESOME and super cool!!! I truly wasn't expecting this. Such an amazing set of wins for us!”

— Monkey Warhol, Techno pop musician

“I had a lot of fun drawing for 'Lucky Stars', and I'm happy that a lot of people got to see it!”

— L.Z. Anna, Independent visual artist

The takeaway

HIji RR's double win at the California Music Video Awards is a testament to his talent as an electronic musician and video director, showcasing his ability to create engaging, innovative content that resonates with both industry judges and the public. The recognition further establishes him as a rising star in the music industry.