Blur, RAYE Among Nominees For The Ivors 2024
Blur, RAYE and Dave are among the nominees for this years Ivor Novello awards. The winners will be revealed at the awards ceremony taking place at Grosvenor House, London, on Thursday 23 May 2024.
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Recognised as the pinnacle of creative musical achievement since they were first presented in 1956, winning an Ivor Novello Award holds a special place in music as they are judged by award-winning songwriters and composers from The Ivors Academy, with winners joining a roll call of greats that includes Adele, Stormzy, Annie Lennox, Sting, Amy Winehouse, Joan Armatrading, Paul McCartney and John Lennon.
Tom Gray, Chair of The Ivors Academy, said, “The 2024 Ivor Novello Award nominees represent a remarkable breadth of talent, showcasing the wide-ranging creativity and innovation that defines British and Irish songwriting and screen composing. From established voices to rising stars, this year’s list reflects an ever-evolving musical landscape and celebrates the writing craft that soundtracks our lives.”
As previously announced, Bruce Springsteen will become the first-ever international songwriter to become a Fellow of the Academy, the highest honour the Academy bestows.
Ivor Novello Awards will also be presented for the Songwriter of the Year with Amazon Music, Outstanding Song Collection with PRS for Music, Visionary Award with Amazon Music, Special International Award, and Outstanding Contribution to British Music.
The Ivors 2024 – selected nominations
Best Album
Yussef Dayes – Black Classical Music By Yussef Dayes
CMAT – Crazymad, For Me
Lankum – False Lankum
Sampha – Lahai
RAYE – My 21st Century Blues
Best Contemporary Song
Jungle – Back On 74
Fred Again.. And Brian Eno –
Speakers Corner Quartet Feat. Kae Tempest – Geronimo Blues
Mette – Mama’s Eyes
Tyla – Water
Best Song Musically And Lyrically
Tom Odell – Black Friday Tom Odell
Victoria Canal – Black Swan
Sampha – Spirit 2.0 Sampha
The Japanese House – Sunshine House
Blur – The Narcissist
Prs For Music Most Performed Work
Harry Styles – As It Was
Pinkpantheress & Ice Spice – Boy’s A Liar Pt. 2
Jazzy – Giving Me
Dave And Central Cee – Sprinter
Kenya Grace – Strangers
Rising Star Award With Amazon Music
Blair Davie
Chrissi
Elmiene
Master Peace
Nino Slg