The 2026 Brit Awards nominations dropped this evening, and it's a historic moment for British music.
For the first time, the ceremony is heading outside London, with Manchester's Co-op Live playing host to the glittering event.
The shortlist was unveiled during a special digital broadcast called 'Bring on the Brits', filmed at the venue itself.
Presenters Charley Marlowe and Sarah Story revealed the contenders across 15 categories, with reactions from nominated artists and a performance from Critics' Choice winner Jacob Alon.
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Lola Young has picked up five nominations
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Jack Whitehall is back for his sixth stint as host, which is brilliant news for fans of his cheeky presenting style.
The awards ceremony, taking place on February 28, is a momentous occasion for Manchester, marking the first time the Brits have ventured beyond the capital.
The city will also host the ceremony again next year, cementing its new status as a major player in the UK music awards calendar.
This year's nominations are making history in another way, too. Nearly 70 per cent of the shortlisted artists are women and non-binary performers, which is the highest proportion the awards have ever seen.
Lily Allen has received three nominations for Artist of the Year, Mastercard Album of the Year and Best Pop Act
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It is a significant shift that reflects the incredible talent coming through across British music right now.
The winners of Songwriter of the Year and Producer of the Year will be announced in the coming weeks, along with further details about the ceremony itself.
Fans can have their say on Song of the Year and International Song of the Year through a public vote on the official Brits WhatsApp channel, running from January 30 until February 13.
Lola Young has picked up five nominations ahead of next month’s ceremony, leading the field ahead of Olivia Dean with four, while Wolf Alice, Sam Fender, Fred Again.. and Lily Allen have each secured three.
International nominees include Bruno Mars, Sabrina Carpenter, Taylor Swift and Lady Gaga.
The full list of nominees is as follows.
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Sam Fender has received four nominations for Artist of the Year, Mastercard Album of the Year, Song of the Year and Best Alternative/Rock Act
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British Album Of The Year
Dave – The Boy Who Played The Harp
Lily Allen – West End Girl
Olivia Dean – The Art Of Love
Sam Fender – People Watching
Wolf Alice – The Clearing
Oliva Dean joins Lola Young with five nominations
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British Song Of The Year
Calvin Harris and Clementine Douglas – Blessings
Chrystal and Notion – The Days
Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande – Defying Gravity
Ed Sheeran – Azizam
Fred Again.., Skepta and Plaqueboymax –Victory Lap
Lewis Capaldi – Survive
Lola Young – Messy
Myles Smith – Nice To Meet You
Olivia Dean – Man I Need
Raye – Where Is My Husband!
Sam Fender and Olivia Dean – Rein Me In
Skye Newman – Family Matters
Ed Sheeran has one nomination for Song of the Year (for "Azizam")
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British Artist Of The Year
Dave
Fred Again..
Jade
Lily Allen
Little Simz
Lola Young
Olivia Dean
PinkPantheress
Sam Fender
Self Esteem
British Group Of The Year
Pulp
Sleep Token
The Last Dinner Party
Wet Leg
Wolf Alice
British Breakthrough Artist
Barry Can’t Swim
EsDeeKid
Jim Legxacy
Lola Young
Skye Newman
British Alternative/Rock Act
Blood Orange
Lola Young
Sam Fender
Wet Leg
Wolf Alice
British R&B Act
Jim Legxacy
Kwn
Mabel
Sasha Keable
Sault
British Dance Act
Calvin Harris and Clementine Douglas
FKA Twigs
Fred Again.., Skepta, Plaqueboymax
PinkPantheress
Sammy Virji
British Hip-Hop/Rap/Grime Act
Central Cee
Dave
Jim Legxacy
Little Simz
Loyle Carner
British Pop Act
Jade
Lily Allen
Lola Young
Olivia Dean
Raye
International Song Of The Year
Alex Warren – Ordinary
Chappell Roan – Pink Pony Club
Disco Lines and Tinashe – No Broke Boys
Gigi Perez – Sailor Song
Gracie Abrams – That’s So True
Huntr/x – Golden
Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars – Die With A Smile
Ravyn Lenae – Love Me Not
Rosé and Bruno Mars – Apt.
Sabrina Carpenter – Manchild
Sombr – Undressed
Taylor Swift – The Fate Of Ophelia
International Artist Of The Year
Bad Bunny
Chappell Roan
CMAT
Doechii
Lady Gaga
Rosalía
Sabrina Carpenter
Sombr
Taylor Swift
Tyler, The Creator
International Group Of The Year
Geese
Haim
Huntr/x
Tame Impala
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