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The BRIT Awards 2024 was the 44th BRIT Awards. Held on Saturday, 2 March 2024, at The O2 Arena in London, hosted by Clara Amfo, Maya Jama, and Roman Kemp. Captured by official BRIT Awards photographer John Marshall of JM Enternational.

The 43rd edition of the BRIT Awards took place on 11 February 2023 at The O2 Arena in London. Hosted by British comedian Mo Gilligan, who returned after hosting the 2022 edition, the ceremony featured coverage of the red carpet on ITV2, presented by Clara Amfo, Maya Jama, and Roman Kemp. The 2023 BRIT Award trophy was designed by Nigerian-born, London-based artist Olaolu Slawn. Harry Styles was the night’s big winner, taking home four awards: British Album of the Year for “Harry’s House,” British Artist of the Year, Song of the Year for “As It Was,” and Best Pop/R&B Act. His wins were presented by Stanley Tucci, Lucien Laviscount & Camille Razat, Shania Twain, and Salma Hayek Pinault, respectively. Styles opened the show with a performance of “As It Was” and expressed his gratitude, naming women who missed out on artist of the year, including Mabel, Florence Welch, Charli XCX, Rina Sawayama, and Becky Hill. Wet Leg won British Group and Best New Artist, with their awards presented by Chloe Kelly & Leigh-Anne Pinnock and Ellie Goulding & Tom Grennan. Their lead singer, Rhian Teasdale, highlighted the boys’ club nature of the industry and thanked the women who worked on their debut album. Beyoncé won International Artist of the Year and Best International Song for “Break My Soul,” with awards presented by Rhys Connah and Georgia May Jagger, and Naomi Ackie. Other notable winners included Becky Hill, who won Best Dance Act, presented by Alex Scott & Emily Atack. The 1975 won Best Rock/Alternative Act, presented by Selin Hizli & Daisy May Cooper. Aitch won Best Hip Hop/Grime/Rap Act, presented by Declan Rice & Jodie Turner-Smith, and emphasized his background and inspiration to his community. Billie Eilish won International Artist of the Year, presented by Jodie Whittaker and Vicky McClure. Fontaines D.C. won International Group of the Year, presented by Clara Amfo, Roman Kemp, and Maya Jama. David Guetta won Producer of the Year, presented by Fatboy Slim. Flo won the Rising Star Award, and Kid Harpoon was named Songwriter of the Year. The night featured a series of remarkable performances, including Harry Styles with “As It Was,” Wet Leg with “Chaise Longue,” and Lewis Capaldi with House Gospel Choir performing “Forget Me.” Lizzo delivered a medley of “Special,” “2 Be Loved (Am I Ready),” and “About Damn Time.” Stormzy performed “Hide & Seek” and “I Got My Smile Back,” while Cat Burns captivated the audience with “Go.” Sam Smith and Kim Petras performed “Unholy,” and David Guetta featured Becky Hill, Ella Henderson, and Sam Ryder in a medley including “Remember,” “Crazy What Love Can Do,” and “I’m Good (Blue).” Mo Gilligan’s hosting included a swipe at Prime Minister Boris Johnson over party-gate. The show also saw Harry Styles expressing his pride in being a female artist during his acceptance speech for the first-ever gender-neutral Artist of the Year award. Captured by official BRIT Awards photographer John Marshall of JM Enternational.

The BRIT Awards 2022 took place on 8 February at The O2 Arena in London, marking the 42nd edition of the British Phonographic Industry’s annual pop music celebration. Hosted by Mo Gilligan, the event featured Clara Amfo and Maya Jama covering the Red Carpet and Backstage show on ITV2. The BRITs statue reverted to its original 2009 nickel-plated design, also used in 2020. Adele dominated, winning three major prizes: British Album of the Year for “30,” British Artist of the Year, and British Song of the Year for “Easy on Me.” Her performance of “I Drink Wine” was a highlight. She dedicated her album award to her son and ex-husband, expressing pride in being a female artist. Other winners included Wolf Alice, who won British Group of the Year, and Dua Lipa, who secured Best Pop/R&B Act. Becky Hill was named Best Dance Act, Little Simz triumphed as Best New Artist, and Sam Fender won Best Rock/Alternative Act. Dave was recognised as Best Hip Hop/Rap/Grime Act. In the international categories, Billie Eilish was named International Artist of the Year. Silk Sonic won International Group of the Year, and Olivia Rodrigo won Best International Song for “Good 4 U.” Holly Humberstone received the Rising Star award, and Inflo was honoured as British Producer of the Year. Ed Sheeran received the Songwriter of the Year award. Remarkable performances included: • Ed Sheeran with Bring Me the Horizon performing “Bad Habits.” • Anne-Marie and KSI, with Digital Farm Animals, performed a medley including “Kiss My (Uh-Oh),” “Don’t Play,” and “Holiday.” • Little Simz, featuring Emma Corrin, with “Introvert” and “Woman.” • Liam Gallagher with “Everything’s Electric.” • Holly Humberstone with “London Is Lonely.” • Sam Fender with “Seventeen Going Under.” • Ed Sheeran with “The Joker and the Queen.” • Dave, featuring Fredo, Ghetts, Meekz, and Giggs, with “In the Fire.” Memorable moments included Adele winning the first-ever gender-neutral Artist of the Year award and addressing the category changes controversy. Mo Gilligan, hosting for the first time, brought humour and energy, including a swipe at Prime Minister Boris Johnson over the party-gate controversy. The 2022 BRITs marked adjustments due to the COVID-19 pandemic with strict protocols, including mandatory negative tests and social distancing measures, ensuring safety. The BRITs eliminated gendered categories for more inclusivity, resulting in more nominations and wins for women than in the past decade. Iconic moments were captured by official BRIT Awards photographer John Marshall of JM Enternational.

The BRIT Awards 2021 took place on 11 May at The O2 Arena in London, marking the 41st edition of the British Phonographic Industry’s annual celebration of pop music. Hosted by Jack Whitehall for the fourth time. Dua Lipa emerged as one of the night’s biggest winners, securing the Best British Album award for “Future Nostalgia,” presented by Lewis Capaldi, and the Best British Female Solo Artist award, presented by Mabel and MNEK. Little Mix made history as the first all-female group to win Best British Group, presented by Adam Lambert and Olly Murs, highlighting their impact on the music industry. J Hus took home the award for Best British Male Solo Artist, presented by Kurupt FM, while Arlo Parks was recognized as the Best British Breakthrough Act, presented by Clara Amfo and Maya Jama. International awards saw The Weeknd winning Best International Male Solo Artist, presented by Michelle Obama, and Billie Eilish taking Best International Female Solo Artist, presented by Annie Mac. HAIM won Best International Group, presented by Billy Porter, and Griff was honored with the Rising Star Award, presented by Celeste. Taylor Swift was celebrated with the Global Icon Award, presented by Maisie Williams. Harry Styles also secured the award for Best British Single with “Watermelon Sugar,” presented by Boy George. The evening was filled with remarkable performances. Coldplay kicked off the show with “Higher Power,” followed by Olivia Rodrigo’s heartfelt rendition of “Drivers License.” Dua Lipa performed a medley of her hits, including “Love Again,” “Physical,” “Pretty Please,” “Hallucinate,” “Don’t Start Now,” and “Future Nostalgia.” Arlo Parks captivated the audience with “Hope,” and Headie One, alongside AJ Tracey and Young T & Bugsey, performed a medley of “Ain’t It Different” and “Princess Cuts.” Rag’n’Bone Man, P!nk, and the Lewisham & Greenwich NHS Choir delivered an emotional performance of “Anywhere Away from Here.” Elton John and Years & Years performed “It’s a Sin,” filmed the day before the main show, as a tribute to the LGBTQ+ community and the AIDS crisis. The Weeknd gave a powerful rendition of “Save Your Tears,” and Griff performed “Black Hole.” Special moments of the night included Dua Lipa’s tribute to key workers and her call for higher pay for NHS staff during her acceptance speech. Little Mix’s historic win as the first all-female group to win Best British Group was another highlight. The Weeknd’s rain-soaked performance of “Save Your Tears” added a dramatic flair, while Elton John and Years & Years’ tribute performance was deeply moving. Adjustments due to the COVID-19 pandemic were significant. The 2021 BRITs were held with a limited live audience as part of a test by the UK government to explore the possibility of hosting events without social distancing. Captured by official photographer John Marshall of JM Enternational.

The BRIT Awards 2020 took place on 18 February at The O2 Arena in London. Hosted by Jack Whitehall for the third consecutive year. The original nickel version of the BRIT Award statue made a return. The ceremony featured standout winners across various categories. Dave secured two major awards: Best British Album for “Psychodrama,” presented by Billie Eilish and Finneas, and Best British Male Solo Artist, presented by Ronnie Wood. Lewis Capaldi also emerged victorious, winning Song of the Year for “Someone You Loved,” presented by Tom Jones, and Best New Artist, presented by Clara Amfo and Niall Horan. Mabel was honoured as the Best British Female Solo Artist, presented by Ellie Goulding and Jorja Smith, and Foals took home the award for Best British Group, presented by Anne-Marie, Courtney Love, and Hailee Steinfeld. In the international categories, Billie Eilish was named Best International Female Solo Artist, presented by Melanie C, and Tyler, The Creator won Best International Male Solo Artist, presented by Kiefer Sutherland and Paloma Faith. The Rising Star Award went to Celeste, presented by Sam Fender, and Fred Again was recognised as the British Producer of the Year. The night was filled with memorable performances. Mabel kicked off the show with “Don’t Call Me Up,” followed by Lewis Capaldi’s heartfelt rendition of “Someone You Loved.” Harry Styles delivered a moving performance of “Falling,” and Lizzo energized the crowd with a medley of hits including “Cuz I Love You,” “Truth Hurts,” “Good as Hell,” and “Juice.” Dave’s powerful performance of “Black” included a freestyle addressing social issues, and Billie Eilish gave the world premiere of her James Bond theme song “No Time to Die,” accompanied by Hans Zimmer, Finneas, and Johnny Marr. Celeste performed “Strange” after receiving the Rising Star Award. Stormzy, featuring Burna Boy and Tiana Major9, delivered a dynamic medley of “Don’t Forget to Breathe,” “Do Better,” “Wiley Flow,” “Own It” (with elements of “Fortune Teller” by J Hus), “Anybody” (Burna Boy), and “Rainfall.” The show concluded with Rod Stewart reuniting with Ronnie Wood and Kenney Jones for nostalgic performances of “I Don’t Want to Talk About It” and “Stay with Me,” backed by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. The event was marked by significant moments, including Dave’s politically charged performance of “Black,” highlighting issues of racism and social injustice. Billie Eilish’s debut performance of “No Time to Die” captivated the audience, and Celeste’s Rising Star Award performance showcased her exceptional talent. Rod Stewart’s reunion with Ronnie Wood and Kenney Jones provided a nostalgic end to the evening. The event’s iconic moments were captured by Official BRIT Awards photographer John Marshall of JM Enternational.

The BRIT Awards 2019, the 39th edition of the British Phonographic Industry’s annual pop music show, took place on 20 February at The O2 Arena in London. Hosted by Jack Whitehall for the second consecutive year. The BRIT statue for this year was designed by renowned British architect Sir David Adjaye. The night saw several big winners. The 1975 emerged as one of the night’s biggest winners, taking home the awards for Best British Album for “A Brief Inquiry into Online Relationships,” presented by Jared Leto, and Best British Group, presented by Natalie Dormer and Vicky McClure. George Ezra was awarded Best British Male Solo Artist, presented by Daniel Sturridge and Paloma Faith, while Jorja Smith won Best British Female Solo Artist, presented by H.E.R. and Nile Rodgers. Calvin Harris was another notable winner, securing the award for Best British Single for “One Kiss” with Dua Lipa, presented by Liam Payne and Winnie Harlow, as well as British Producer of the Year, presented by Annie Mac and Suki Waterhouse. Tom Walker was recognized as the British Breakthrough Act, presented by Alice Levine and Clara Amfo, and Ed Sheeran received the Global Success Award, presented by Abbey Clancy and Roman Kemp. In the international categories, Drake was named Best International Male Solo Artist, presented by Jack Whitehall, and Ariana Grande won Best International Female Solo Artist, also presented by Jack Whitehall. The Carters were honoured as Best International Group, presented by Jack Whitehall. Sam Fender received the Critics’ Choice Award, presented by Clara Amfo. P!nk was celebrated with the Outstanding Contribution to Music award, presented by Khalid. The ceremony featured several memorable performances. Hugh Jackman opened the show with a spectacular rendition of “The Greatest Show” from The Greatest Showman. George Ezra and the Hot 8 Brass Band performed “Shotgun,” and Little Mix, featuring Ms Banks, delivered a dynamic performance of “Woman Like Me.” Jorja Smith moved the audience with “Don’t Watch Me Cry,” and Calvin Harris, alongside Rag’n’Bone Man, Sam Smith, and Dua Lipa, performed a medley of hits including “Giant,” “Promises,” and “One Kiss.” Jess Glynne and H.E.R. captivated with “Thursday,” and The 1975 performed “Sincerity Is Scary.” P!nk, featuring Dan Smith (Bastille), closed the show with a powerful medley including “Walk Me Home,” “Just like Fire,” “Just Give Me a Reason,” “Try,” and “What About Us.” The 1975 made headlines with their acceptance speeches addressing misogyny in the music industry and the importance of inclusivity and diversity. The event’s iconic moments were captured by Official BRIT Awards photographer John Marshall of JM Enternational.

The BRIT Awards 2018, the 38th show, took place on 21 February at The O2 Arena in London. Hosted by Jack Whitehall. The statue was designed by renowned British sculptor Sir Anish Kapoor. Stormzy emerged as one of the night’s biggest winners, taking home the awards for Best British Album for “Gang Signs & Prayer,” presented by Nile Rodgers, and Best British Male Solo Artist, presented by Little Mix. Dua Lipa also had a successful night, winning British Breakthrough Act, presented by Alice Levine and Clara Amfo, and Best British Female Solo Artist, presented by Kylie Minogue and Millie Bobby Brown. Ed Sheeran was honoured with the Global Success Award, presented by Elton John and Ronnie Wood, recognising his worldwide impact and achievements. The night featured several memorable performances. Justin Timberlake and Chris Stapleton opened the show with “Midnight Summer Jam” and “Say Something.” Rag’n’Bone Man and Jorja Smith delivered a powerful rendition of “Skin,” while Dua Lipa captivated the audience with “New Rules.” Ed Sheeran performed an emotional “Supermarket Flowers,” and the Foo Fighters rocked the stage with “The Sky Is a Neighborhood.” Liam Gallagher performed “Live Forever” in tribute to the victims of the Manchester Arena bombing, replacing Ariana Grande who had to withdraw due to illness. Sam Smith’s “Too Good at Goodbyes” and Kendrick Lamar’s “FEEL.” added to the night’s diverse musical lineup. Rita Ora and Liam Payne performed a medley of “Your Song,” “Anywhere,” and “For You,” while Stormzy closed the show with a politically charged performance of “Blinded by Your Grace, Pt. 2,” “BRITs Freestyle,” and “Big for Your Boots.” There was widespread support for the #TimesUp campaign against sexual harassment and inequality, with many artists wearing white roses to show their solidarity. Stormzy’s performance was particularly notable for its political message, as he called out Prime Minister Theresa May over her handling of the Grenfell Tower fire and addressed issues of racial inequality. The event’s iconic moments were captured by Official BRIT Awards photographer John Marshall of JM Enternational.

The BRIT Awards 2017, the 37th awards, took place on 22 February at The O2 Arena in London. Hosted by Dermot O’Leary and Emma Willis. The BRIT statue for this year was styled by renowned architect Dame Zaha Hadid. David Bowie was posthumously honoured with two major awards: Best British Album for “Blackstar,” presented by Noel Gallagher, and Best British Male Solo Artist, presented by Zane Lowe. Adele received the Global Success Award, presented by Naomi Campbell and Jonathan Ross, further cementing her status as a global music icon. Robbie Williams was awarded the Icon Award, presented by his former bandmates from Take That. Little Mix took home the award for Best British Single for “Shout Out to My Ex,” presented by Fearne Cotton and Holly Willoughby. One Direction won Best British Video for “History,” accepted by Liam Payne and presented by Simon Cowell and Nicole Scherzinger. Emeli Sandé was named Best British Female Solo Artist, presented by David Tennant. The 1975 won Best British Group, presented by Maisie Williams and Romesh Ranganathan, while Rag’n’Bone Man was awarded British Breakthrough Act, presented by Nick Grimshaw and Rita Ora, and the Critics’ Choice Award, presented by Emeli Sandé. In the international categories, Drake was named Best International Male Solo Artist, presented by Alice Levine, Clara Amfo, and Laura Jackson. Beyoncé won Best International Female Solo Artist, also presented by Alice Levine, Clara Amfo, and Laura Jackson. A Tribe Called Quest took home the award for Best International Group, again presented by Alice Levine, Clara Amfo, and Laura Jackson. The night featured several memorable performances. Little Mix opened the show with “Shout Out to My Ex,” followed by Bruno Mars performing “That’s What I Like.” Emeli Sandé captivated the audience with “Hurts,” and The 1975 performed “The Sound.” Chris Martin and George Michael delivered a touching rendition of “A Different Corner” in tribute to the late singer. Katy Perry and Skip Marley performed “Chained to the Rhythm,” and Skepta electrified the stage with “Shutdown.” The Chainsmokers and Coldplay collaborated on “Something Just Like This,” while Ed Sheeran and Stormzy delivered a powerful medley of “Castle on the Hill” and “Shape of You (Stormzy Remix).” Robbie Williams closed the show with a medley of “The Heavy Entertainment Show,” “Love My Life,” and “Mixed Signals.” A special tribute to George Michael, who passed away in December 2016, was one of the most poignant moments of the night. The tribute was presented by former Wham! member Andrew Ridgeley alongside associated duo members Helen “Pepsi” DeMacque and Shirlie Holliman, with Chris Martin singing “A Different Corner.” The event’s iconic moments were captured by Official BRIT Awards photographer John Marshall of JM Enternational.

The BRIT Awards 2016, the 36th edition, took place on 24 February at The O2 Arena in London. Hosted by Ant & Dec. British fashion designer Pam Hogg styled the BRIT statues for this year’s ceremony, one for each category, adding a unique touch to the prestigious event. Adele was the standout winner of the night, taking home four major awards. She won Best British Album for “25,” presented by Mark Ronson, Best British Female Solo Artist, presented by Louis Tomlinson and Liam Payne, Best British Single for “Hello,” presented by Suki Waterhouse and Simon Le Bon, and the Global Success Award, presented by Tim Peake. Her emotional performance of “When We Were Young” was one of the highlights of the evening. Charlie Andrew was honoured as British Producer of the Year. One Direction won Best British Video for “Drag Me Down,” accepted by Liam Payne and Louis Tomlinson, and presented by Alan Carr and Lianne La Havas. James Bay took home Best British Male Solo Artist, presented by Kylie Minogue. Coldplay won Best British Group, presented by Simon Pegg, while Catfish and the Bottlemen were awarded British Breakthrough Act, presented by Nick Grimshaw and Cheryl. In the international categories, Justin Bieber was named Best International Male Solo Artist, presented by Major Lazer, and Björk won Best International Female Solo Artist, presented by Fleur East and Craig David. Tame Impala took home Best International Group, presented by Jourdan Dunn and Henry Cavill. Jack Garratt received the Critics’ Choice Award. The Icon Award was presented posthumously to David Bowie, and collected by Gary Oldman, with the presentation by Annie Lennox. The night featured several memorable performances. Coldplay opened with “Hymn for the Weekend,” followed by Justin Bieber and James Bay collaborating on “Love Yourself” and “Sorry.” Jess Glynne performed a medley of “Ain’t Got Far to Go,” “Don’t Be So Hard on Yourself,” and “Hold My Hand.” James Bay captivated the audience with “Hold Back the River,” and Rihanna, SZA, and Drake performed “Consideration” and “Work.” Little Mix delivered a lively performance of “Black Magic.” A special tribute to David Bowie, who passed away in January 2016, was one of the most poignant moment of the night. The tribute included an introduction by Annie Lennox, a speech by Gary Oldman, and a performance by Lorde backed by Bowie’s long-time band members Earl Slick, Gail Ann Dorsey, Gerry Leonard, Mike Garson, Catherine Russell, and Sterling Campbell. The medley included “Space Oddity,” “Rebel Rebel,” “Let’s Dance,” “Ashes to Ashes,” “Ziggy Stardust,” “Fame,” “Under Pressure,” “Heroes,” and “Life on Mars?” performed by Lorde. The Weeknd performed “The Hills,” and Adele closed the show with “When We Were Young.” The event’s iconic moments were captured by Official BRIT Awards photographer John Marshall of JM Enternational.

The BRIT Awards 2015, the 35th edition of the British Phonographic Industry’s annual pop music awards, took place on 25 February at The O2 Arena in London. Hosted by Ant & Dec, this marked their second time hosting and their first since 2001. The event celebrated the best in British and international music, with award nominations revealed on 15 January 2015. The statue for this year’s awards was designed by Tracey Emin, becoming the fifth artist to style the BRITs statue. Ed Sheeran emerged as one of the night’s biggest winners, taking home Best British Album for “X,” presented by Russell Crowe, and Best British Male Solo Artist, presented by Orlando Bloom and Rita Ora. Paul Epworth was honoured as British Producer of the Year. Mark Ronson featuring Bruno Mars won Best British Single for “Uptown Funk,” presented by Lisa Snowdon and Lionel Richie. One Direction took home Best British Video for “You & I,” presented by Jimmy Carr and Karlie Kloss. Paloma Faith was awarded Best British Female Solo Artist, presented by Mark Ronson. Royal Blood won Best British Group, presented by Jimmy Page. Sam Smith emerged victorious in two major categories, winning British Breakthrough Act, presented by Fearne Cotton and Charli XCX, and the Global Success Award, presented by Kim Kardashian. In the international categories, Pharrell Williams was named Best International Male Solo Artist, presented by Cara Delevingne, and Taylor Swift won Best International Female Solo Artist, presented by Lewis Hamilton and Ellie Goulding. Foo Fighters took home Best International Group, presented by John Bishop. James Bay received the Critics’ Choice Award. The night featured several notable performances. Taylor Swift opened with “Blank Space,” followed by Sam Smith performing “Lay Me Down.” Royal Blood captivated the audience with “Figure It Out,” and Ed Sheeran delivered a powerful rendition of “Bloodstream.” Kanye West’s performance of “All Day,” featuring Theophilus London and Allan Kingdom, included flamethrowers and explicit lyrics, some of which were muted during the broadcast. Take That performed “Let in the Sun,” and George Ezra sang “Budapest.” Paloma Faith delivered an emotional performance of “Only Love Can Hurt Like This,” and Madonna closed the show with “Living for Love,” despite suffering a fall when her cape did not release properly. She quickly recovered and continued the performance. Special moments included Madonna’s fall, which quickly became a major talking point, and Kanye West’s provocative performance, which featured flamethrowers and explicit lyrics. The ceremony also included tributes to artists who passed away, including Joe Cocker. James Corden’s final stint as host was marked by his signature humour and engaging presence, bringing an end to an era. The event’s iconic moments were captured by Official BRIT Awards photographer John Marshall of JM Enternational.

The BRIT Awards 2014, the 34th edition of the British Phonographic Industry’s annual pop music awards, took place on 19 February at The O2 Arena in London. Hosted by James Corden for the fifth and final time. Leading the nominations was Ellie Goulding with five, and Arctic Monkeys and One Direction both won the most awards, taking home two each. A new glossy black finish design statue, designed by fashion designer Philip Treacy, was presented for the first time. This edition also marked the debut of a backstage livestream on YouTube, hosted by internet vloggers Daniel Howell and Phil Lester, with guests including One Direction and Ellie Goulding. The Arctic Monkeys emerged as one of the night’s biggest winners, taking home Best British Album for “AM,” presented by Emeli Sandé, and Best British Group, presented by Lily Allen. Ellie Goulding was awarded Best British Female Solo Artist, presented by Prince. David Bowie made history by becoming the oldest recipient of a BRIT Award, winning Best British Male Solo Artist at the age of 67. Kate Moss accepted the award on his behalf, delivering a speech in which Bowie urged Scotland to remain part of the United Kingdom. Bastille won British Breakthrough Act, presented by Tinie Tempah and Fearne Cotton, while Rudimental featuring Ella Eyre took home Best British Single for “Waiting All Night,” presented by Katy Perry. One Direction won Best British Video for “Best Song Ever,” presented by Jimmy Carr, and the Global Success Award, presented by Rosie Huntington-Whiteley. In the international categories, Bruno Mars was named Best International Male Solo Artist, presented by Pharrell Williams and Kylie Minogue, and Lorde won Best International Female Solo Artist, presented by Nick Grimshaw. Daft Punk took home Best International Group, with Nile Rodgers collecting the award on their behalf, presented by Cesc Fàbregas and Nicole Scherzinger. Sam Smith received the Critics’ Choice Award, while Flood and Alan Moulder were honoured as British Producer of the Year. The night featured several notable performances. The Arctic Monkeys opened the show with “R U Mine?” followed by Katy Perry performing “Dark Horse.” Bruno Mars captivated the audience with “Treasure,” and Beyoncé delivered a stunning rendition of “XO.” Disclosure, Lorde, and Aluna Francis collaborated on “Royals,” while Ellie Goulding performed a medley of “I Need Your Love” and “Burn.” Bastille, Rudimental, and Ella Eyre performed “Pompeii” and “Waiting All Night,” and Pharrell Williams and Nile Rodgers closed the show with a medley of “Get Lucky,” “Good Times,” and “Happy.” The event’s iconic moments were captured by Official BRIT Awards photographer John Marshall of JM Enternational.

The BRIT Awards 2013 took place on 20 February at The O2 Arena in London. Hosted by James Corden for the fourth consecutive year, the event celebrated the best in British and international music, featuring notable wins, memorable performances, and special moments. Emeli Sandé was the night’s biggest winner, taking home Best British Album for “Our Version of Events,” presented by Bryan Ferry, and Best British Female Solo Artist, presented by Taylor Swift. Paul Epworth was honoured as British Producer of the Year. Adele won Best British Single for “Skyfall,” presented by Tom Daley and Jonathan Ross. Coldplay took home Best British Live Act, presented by Louis Smith and Jack Whitehall. Ben Howard emerged victorious in two major categories, winning Best British Male Solo Artist, presented by Ed Sheeran, and British Breakthrough Act, presented by Nick Grimshaw. Mumford & Sons won Best British Group, presented by Simon Pegg and Bérénice Marlohe. In the international categories, Frank Ocean was named Best International Male Solo Artist, presented by Jourdan Dunn and Rafe Spall, and Lana Del Rey won Best International Female Solo Artist, presented by Dermot O’Leary and Sharon Osbourne. The Black Keys took home Best International Group, presented by Dave Grohl. Tom Odell received the Critics’ Choice Award, and One Direction won the Global Success Award, presented by Robbie Williams. War Child was honoured with a Special Recognition award, presented by Damon Albarn. The night featured several notable performances. Muse opened the show with “Supremacy,” followed by Robbie Williams performing “Candy.” Justin Timberlake captivated the audience with “Mirrors,” and Taylor Swift delivered a dynamic performance of “I Knew You Were Trouble.” One Direction performed a medley of “One Way or Another (Teenage Kicks)” and “Up All Night,” while Ben Howard performed “Only Love.” Mumford & Sons sang “I Will Wait,” and Emeli Sandé closed the show with “Clown” and “Next to Me.” Adele accepted her award for Best British Single via satellite from Los Angeles, where she was preparing for her performance at the Oscars. This added a unique touch to the evening’s proceedings. James Corden’s hosting was marked by his signature humour and engaging presence, keeping the audience entertained throughout the evening. The BRIT Awards 2013 celebrated significant contributions to music, both in the UK and internationally, with memorable performances and notable quotes, leaving a lasting legacy in the history of the BRIT Awards. The event’s iconic moments were captured by Official BRIT Awards photographer John Marshall of JM Enternational.

The BRIT Awards 2012, the 32nd edition of the British Phonographic Industry’s annual BRIT Awards, took place on 21 February at The O2 Arena in London. Hosted by James Corden. Leading the nominations was Ed Sheeran with four, followed by Adele and Jessie J with three each, and Bon Iver, Aloe Blacc, Coldplay, and Florence and the Machine with two each. The night included tributes to Amy Winehouse and Whitney Houston, who had passed away in July 2011 and February 2012, respectively. Adele was one of the night’s biggest winners, taking home Best British Album for “21,” presented by George Michael, and Best British Female Solo Artist, presented by Kylie Minogue. Ethan Johns was honoured as British Producer of the Year, presented by Laura Marling. One Direction won Best British Single for “What Makes You Beautiful,” presented by Tinie Tempah. Emeli Sandé received the Critics’ Choice Award, presented by James Corden and Jessie J. Ed Sheeran emerged victorious in two major categories, winning Best British Male Solo Artist, presented by Plan B, and British Breakthrough Act, presented by Cesc Fàbregas and Nicole Scherzinger. Coldplay took home Best British Group, presented by Jo Whiley and Huey Morgan. In the international categories, Bruno Mars was named Best International Male Solo Artist, presented by Jessie J and Jack Whitehall, and Rihanna won Best International Female Solo Artist, presented by Jenson Button. Foo Fighters took home Best International Group, presented by Brian May and Roger Taylor. Lana Del Rey received the International Breakthrough Act award, presented by will.i.am and Rob Brydon. The prestigious Outstanding Contribution to Music award was presented to Blur by Ray Winstone. The night featured several notable performances, including Coldplay with “Charlie Brown,” Florence and the Machine with “No Light, No Light,” Olly Murs and Rizzle Kicks with “Heart Skips a Beat,” Ed Sheeran with “Lego House,” and Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds with Chris Martin performing “AKA… What a Life!” Adele performed “Rolling in the Deep,” Bruno Mars sang “Just the Way You Are,” and Rihanna delivered “We Found Love.” Blur, featuring Phil Daniels, closed the show with a medley of hits including “Girls & Boys,” “Song 2,” “Parklife,” “Tender,” and “This Is a Low.” Adele’s acceptance speech for the MasterCard British Album of the Year award was cut short by host James Corden due to time constraints, leading her to “give the finger” on national television. Adele clarified that the gesture was aimed at “the suits,” not her fans. ITV issued an apology, stating that the programme was over-running and they had to move on. Corden was also upset by the occurrence, noting that Blur was allowed to perform for 11 minutes while Adele was cut short. Blur’s set was also cut off, prior to their performance of “Tender.” The event’s iconic moments were captured by Official BRIT Awards photographer John Marshall of JM Enternational.

The BRIT Awards 2011 took place on 15 February at The O2 Arena in London, hosted by James Corden. The event, which celebrated the best in British and international music, was broadcast live on ITV, with Fearne Cotton providing backstage coverage. Mumford & Sons were among the night’s biggest winners, taking home Best British Album for “Sigh No More,” presented by Roger Daltrey. Markus Dravs was honoured as British Producer of the Year. Tinie Tempah emerged victorious in two major categories, winning Best British Single for “Pass Out,” presented by Alan Carr, and Best British Breakthrough Act, presented by Fearne Cotton. Jessie J received the Critics’ Choice Award, presented by Mark Ronson and Ellie Goulding. Plan B was awarded Best British Male Solo Artist, presented by Dizzee Rascal, while Laura Marling won Best British Female Solo Artist, presented by Boy George. Take That took home Best British Group, presented by Dermot O’Leary. In the international categories, Arcade Fire were the big winners, taking home Best International Album for “The Suburbs,” presented by Boris Becker, and Best International Group, presented by Simon Le Bon and John Taylor. CeeLo Green was named Best International Male Solo Artist, presented by Lewis Hamilton, and Rihanna won Best International Female Solo Artist, presented by Cheryl Cole. Justin Bieber received the International Breakthrough Act award, presented by Will Young and Avril Lavigne. The night featured several performances. Take That and Robbie Williams opened with “Kidz,” followed by Adele delivering an emotional and widely praised performance of “Someone Like You,” accompanied only by a piano. This performance received a standing ovation at the O2 Arena and millions of hits on YouTube within days. It launched “Someone Like You” 46 spots up the UK charts to number one, making Adele the first artist in the UK since The Beatles to have two top-five singles and two top-five albums at the same time. Rihanna performed a medley, including “Only Girl (In the World),” “S&M,” and “What’s My Name?” Mumford & Sons performed “Timshel,” and Plan B delivered a powerful performance of “She Said” and “Prayin’,” which ended with a man on fire. Arcade Fire performed “Ready to Start,” and Tinie Tempah, featuring Eric Turner and Labrinth, performed “Written in the Stars,” “Miami 2 Ibiza,” and “Pass Out.” CeeLo Green and Paloma Faith closed the show with “Forget You.” James Corden’s jokes throughout the evening drew criticism on social media. Some being Corden telling Justin Bieber, “You smell amazing! How old are you?” and joking after Plan B’s performance that it was like “a really violent episode of Porridge” and asking, “Is Justin Bieber OK? The amount of hair products that boy uses. He could have gone up in flames.” Some of the crowd showed their disapproval by booing during the performance. The event’s iconic moments were captured by Official BRIT Awards photographer John Marshall of JM Enternational.

The BRIT Awards 2010, the 30th edition of the British Phonographic Industry’s annual BRIT Awards, took place on 16 February at Earls Court in London. This marked the last time the ceremony was held at this iconic venue. The event was hosted by comedian Peter Kay, with Fearne Cotton providing backstage coverage. The big winners of the night included Florence and the Machine, who won Best British Album for “Lungs,” presented by Tom Ford. Paul Epworth was honoured as British Producer of the Year. JLS emerged victorious in two major categories, winning Best British Single for “Beat Again,” presented by Alan Carr, and Best British Breakthrough Act, presented by Geri Halliwell. Ellie Goulding received the Critics’ Choice Award, presented by Courtney Love. Dizzee Rascal was awarded Best British Male Solo Artist, presented by Andy Serkis, while Lily Allen won Best British Female Solo Artist, presented by Shirley Bassey. Kasabian took home Best British Group, presented by Idris Elba. In the international categories, Jay-Z was named Best International Male Solo Artist, presented by Mel B, and Lady Gaga was the big international winner, taking home Best International Female Solo Artist, presented by Jonathan Ross, Best International Album for “The Fame,” presented by Mika, and Best International Breakthrough Act, presented by Cat Deeley. Oasis received the British Album of 30 Years award for “(What’s the Story) Morning Glory?,” presented by Noddy Holder. The Spice Girls won Live Performance of 30 Years for their performance of “Wannabe” / “Who Do You Think You Are,” presented by Samantha Fox. The prestigious Outstanding Contribution to Music award was presented to Robbie Williams. The night featured several other notable performances. Lily Allen opened with “The Fear,” followed by JLS performing “Beat Again.” Kasabian rocked the stage with “Fire,” and Florence and the Machine, joined by Dizzee Rascal, performed “You Got the Dirtee Love.” Jay-Z and Alicia Keys delivered a powerful rendition of “Empire State of Mind,” and Cheryl performed “Fight for This Love.” The show closed with Robbie Williams performing a medley of hits including “Bodies,” “Let Me Entertain You,” “Feel,” “Supreme,” “Millennium,” “Come Undone,” “Morning Sun,” “You Know Me,” “No Regrets,” “Angels,” “Everything Changes,” “Rock DJ,” and “Rudebox.” Liam Gallagher made a surprise appearance to accept the Best Album of 30 Years award for Oasis. After thanking all of his former bandmates except for his brother Noel gave his award to a fan and threw his microphone into the audience, causing a 10-minute delay as organisers searched for it. Host Peter Kay responded to Gallagher’s antics by calling him “a knobhead.” The event’s iconic moments were captured by Official BRIT Awards photographer John Marshall of JM Enternational.

The BRIT Awards 2009 took place on 18 February at Earls Court in London, hosted by Kylie Minogue, Mathew Horne, and James Corden. The event celebrated the best in British and international music, featuring notable wins, memorable performances, and touching tributes. Official photography was captured by John Marshall of JM Enternational. Duffy was among the night’s biggest winners, taking home Best British Album for “Rockferry,” presented by Tom Jones, Best British Female Solo Artist, presented by Simon Pegg, and Best British Breakthrough Act, presented by Alex James. Bernard Butler was honoured as British Producer of the Year. Girls Aloud made their first-ever performance at the BRIT Awards, performing their single “The Promise.” The band members, including Cheryl and Nicola Roberts, appeared as though they were naked, with their modesty covered by pink feathers. Iron Maiden won Best British Live Act, presented by Nick Frost, while Paul Weller was awarded Best British Male Solo Artist, presented by Jamie Oliver and Jamie Cullum. Elbow took home Best British Group, presented by David Hasselhoff. In the international categories, Kanye West was named Best International Male Solo Artist, presented by Gok Wan, and Katy Perry won Best International Female Solo Artist, presented by Lionel Richie. Kings of Leon were the big international winners, taking home Best International Group, presented by Natalie Imbruglia, and Best International Album for “Only by the Night,” presented by Joe Calzaghe. Florence and the Machine received the Critics’ Choice Award, presented by Kylie Minogue. The prestigious Outstanding Contribution to Music award was presented to the Pet Shop Boys by Brandon Flowers. The night featured several notable performances. U2 opened with “Get on Your Boots,” followed by Girls Aloud performing “The Promise.” Coldplay delivered “Viva la Vida,” and Duffy performed “Warwick Avenue.” Take That sang “Greatest Day,” and Kings of Leon performed “Use Somebody.” The Ting Tings and Estelle delivered a medley including “Shut Up and Let Me Go,” “American Boy,” and “That’s Not My Name.” The Pet Shop Boys, featuring Lady Gaga and Brandon Flowers, performed a spectacular medley of hits including “Suburbia,” “Love etc.,” “Left to My Own Devices,” “Always on My Mind,” “Go West,” “What Have I Done to Deserve This?,” “Domino Dancing,” “I’m With Stupid,” “Being Boring,” “It’s a Sin,” “All Over the World,” and “West End Girls.” Ten days before the 2009 BRITs, Mick Kluczynski, the production manager for the BRITs since 1995, passed away. Despite this setback, the team ensured that everything went as planned, and the show was dedicated to his memory. The event’s iconic moments were captured by Official BRIT Awards photographer John Marshall of JM Enternational.

The BRIT Awards 2005 took place on 9 February at Earls Court in London, hosted by Chris Evans. Keane were among the night’s biggest winners, taking home Best British Album for “Hopes and Fears,” presented by Clive Owen, and Best British Breakthrough Act, presented by Jo Whiley. Will Young won Best British Single for “Your Game,” presented by Minnie Driver. The Streets, also known as Mike Skinner, won Best British Male Solo Artist, presented by Naomie Harris. Joss Stone had a standout night, winning Best British Female Solo Artist, presented by Lisa Stansfield, and Best British Urban Act, presented by Jazzy B. Franz Ferdinand won Best British Group, presented by Kelly Osbourne and Sharon Osbourne, and Best British Rock Act, presented by Brian May. They dedicated their awards to the late DJ John Peel. McFly took home Best British Pop Act, presented by Jodie Kidd. Muse were honoured as Best British Live Act, presented by Shirley Manson. Robbie Williams’ “Angels” was voted Best Song of the past 25 years by BBC Radio 2 listeners, beating songs by Will Young, Queen, Kate Bush, and Joy Division. The award was presented by Matt Lucas and David Walliams, who were dressed as Williams’ former Take That bandmates Gary Barlow and Howard Donald. In the international categories, Scissor Sisters were the big winners, taking home Best International Album for “Scissor Sisters,” presented by Siouxsie Sioux, Best International Group, presented by Bernard Sumner and Peter Hook, and Best International Breakthrough Act, presented by Simon Pegg. Frontwoman Ana Matronic thanked the audience, saying, “If you told us a year ago we would be getting these awards today we would have called you crazy. You guys made our dream come true.” Eminem was named Best International Male Solo Artist, presented by Natalie Imbruglia. Adding his own slice of mischief, Eminem accepted his award on film, speaking from behind a picture of a woman’s face. “Sorry I couldn’t be there but I look like this now,” he said. “There’s been a lot of scandal so they told me to stay home.” Gwen Stefani won Best International Female Solo Artist, presented by Charlie Creed-Miles. The night featured several notable performances. Bob Geldof, Outstanding Contribution to Music award, performed a medley including “I Don’t Like Mondays” and “Rat Trap,” Daniel Bedingfield and Natasha Bedingfield sang “Ain’t Nobody,” and Franz Ferdinand performed “Take Me Out.” Green Day rocked the stage with “American Idiot,” Gwen Stefani performed “What You Waiting For?,” and Jamelia and Lemar delivered “Addicted to Love.” Joss Stone and Robbie Williams performed “Right to Be Wrong” and “Angels,” Keane sang “Everybody’s Changing,” and Snoop Dogg and Pharrell performed “What’s My Name?” The Scissor Sisters entertained with “Take Your Mama,” and The Streets performed “Dry Your Eyes.” The event’s iconic moments were captured by Official BRIT Awards photographer John Marshall of JM Enternational.

The BRIT Awards 2003 took place on 20 February at Earls Court in London, hosted by Davina McCall. Coldplay were among the night’s biggest winners, taking home Best British Album for “A Rush of Blood to the Head,” presented by Justin Timberlake, and Best British Group, presented by Jackie Chan and Owen Wilson. During their acceptance speeches, Coldplay’s lead singer Chris Martin used the platform to criticise plans for a war in Iraq, particularly targeting US President George Bush. Ms. Dynamite also had a standout night, winning Best British Female Solo Artist, presented by Vernon Kay, and Best British Urban Act, presented by Trevor Nelson. She performed a rewritten version of George Michael’s track “Faith,” with the lyrics “I don’t want blood on my hands,” to protest against the impending war in Iraq. Robbie Williams was awarded Best British Male Solo Artist, presented by David Walliams and Matt Lucas. Will Young received Best British Breakthrough Act, presented by Sara Cox. Sugababes won Best British Dance Act, presented by Tess Daly, and Blue were recognised as Best British Pop Act, presented by Cat Deeley. Liberty X won Best British Single for “Just a Little,” presented by Robin Gibb. Gibb paid tribute to his late brother Maurice, who had passed away the previous month, saying, “He was a great British musician and a great British singer and tonight I’m here in his honour.” In the international categories, Eminem was named Best International Male Solo Artist, presented by Natalie Imbruglia, and Best International Album for “The Eminem Show,” presented by Rob Brydon. Pink won Best International Female Solo Artist, presented by Ben Elton, and Red Hot Chili Peppers were awarded Best International Group, presented by Denise van Outen. Norah Jones was recognised as Best International Breakthrough Act, presented by Mis-Teeq. The prestigious Outstanding Contribution to Music award was presented to Tom Jones. The night featured several notable performances. Avril Lavigne performed “Sk8er Boi,” Blue delivered “Riders,” and Coldplay captivated the audience with “Clocks.” David Gray performed “The Other Side,” and George Michael joined Ms. Dynamite for a medley of hits. Ms. Dynamite also performed “Dy-Na-Mi-Tee.” Justin Timberlake entertained with “Cry Me a River,” “Like I Love You,” and “Rapture.” Liberty X performed “Just a Little,” and Pink delivered “Get the Party Started” and “Just Like a Pill.” Sugababes performed “Freak Like Me,” and Sir Tom Jones closed the show with a medley of his hits. The BRIT Awards 2003 celebrated significant contributions to music, both in the UK and internationally. The event was marked by memorable performances, notable incidents, and a clear stance against the Iraq war, leaving a lasting legacy in the history of the BRIT Awards. The event’s iconic moments were captured by Official BRIT Awards photographer John Marshall of JM Enternational.

The BRIT Awards 1999 took place on 16 February at the London Arena, hosted by Johnny Vaughan and Davina McCall. The event celebrated the best in British and international music, showcasing a diverse array of talent and featuring several memorable performances. Manic Street Preachers were among the big winners of the night, taking home Best British Album for “This Is My Truth Tell Me Yours,” presented by Mariella Frostrup and Prince Naseem, and Best British Group, presented by Kylie Minogue and Lee Evans. Robbie Williams was awarded Best British Male Solo Artist, presented by Jools Holland and Ian Dury, Best British Single for “Angels,” presented by Sheryl Crow and Meat Loaf, and Best British Video for “Millennium,” presented by Helen Baxendale and John Thomson. Des’ree received Best British Female Solo Artist, presented by Kulvinder Ghir and Meera Syal as Chunky Lafunga and Smita Smitten. Belle & Sebastian were recognised as Best British Breakthrough Act, presented by Huey Morgan and Zoe Ball, although their win was controversial. The award was sponsored by Radio One and voted for online by their listeners. Despite being Britain’s biggest boy/girl pop band at the time, Steps lost out to Belle & Sebastian. Following the awards, a story appeared in the press alleging that Belle & Sebastian had rigged the vote in their favour by encouraging students from two universities to vote online. Fans argued that the band had a predominantly large student following and that band member Isobel Campbell had attended one of the universities in question. They maintained that the award should be given based on artistic merit rather than popularity or CD sales. Fatboy Slim won Best British Dance Act, presented by Sharleen Spiteri and Boy George, and the award for Best Soundtrack/Cast Recording went to “Titanic,” presented by Mark Morrison. In the international categories, Beck was named Best International Male Solo Artist, presented by Ladysmith Black Mambazo, while Natalie Imbruglia won Best International Female Solo Artist, presented by Linor Abargil and Ian Wright, and Best International Breakthrough Act, presented by All Saints. The Corrs were awarded Best International Group, presented by Björn Ulvaeus. The prestigious Outstanding Contribution to Music award was presented to Eurythmics by Stevie Wonder. The Freddie Mercury Award was presented to Muhammad Ali on behalf of Jubilee 2000, with Bono honouring the boxing legend. The night featured several notable performances. Robbie Williams performed “Let Me Entertain You,” Manic Street Preachers delivered “If You Tolerate This Your Children Will Be Next,” and Madonna captivated the audience with “The Power of Good-Bye.” Eurythmics performed a medley of their hits, The Corrs sang “Runaway,” and Fatboy Slim delivered a DJ set. Whitney Houston performed “It’s Not Right but It’s Okay,” Boyzone sang “No Matter What,” and Natalie Imbruglia performed “Torn.”

The BRIT Awards 1998 took place on 9 February at the London Arena, hosted by Ben Elton. The event celebrated the best in British and international music, showcasing a diverse array of talent and featuring several memorable performances. The Verve were among the big winners of the night, taking home the award for Best British Album for “Urban Hymns,” presented by Zoë Ball. They also won Best British Group, presented by David Baddiel and Frank Skinner, and British Producer of the Year for Youth, The Verve, and Chris Potter. Shola Ama was awarded Best British Female Solo Artist, presented by Richard Branson, while Finley Quaye received Best British Male Solo Artist, presented by Errol Brown and Natalie Imbruglia. All Saints dominated the pop categories, winning Best British Single for “Never Ever,” presented by Pam Grier and Samuel L. Jackson, and Best British Video for “Never Ever,” presented by Steve Coogan as Alan Partridge. Stereophonics were recognised as Best British Breakthrough Act, presented by Jo Whiley and Max Beesley, and The Prodigy won Best British Dance Act. The award for Best Soundtrack/Cast Recording went to The Full Monty, presented by Cleopatra. In the international categories, Jon Bon Jovi was named Best International Male Solo Artist, presented by Claudia Schiffer and Matthew Modine, while Bjork won Best International Female Solo Artist, presented by Alexander McQueen and Honor Fraser. U2 were awarded Best International Group, presented by Heather Small and Jay Kay, and Eels were recognised as Best International Breakthrough Act. The prestigious Outstanding Contribution to Music award was presented to Fleetwood Mac by Sir George Martin. The night featured several notable performances. All Saints performed “Never Ever,” Chumbawamba delivered “Tubthumping,” and Finley Quaye sang “Sunday Shining.” Fleetwood Mac performed “The Chain,” while Robbie Williams and Tom Jones entertained the audience with “The Full Monty Medley.” Shola Ama sang “You Might Need Somebody,” the Spice Girls performed “Stop,” and Texas featuring The Method Man delivered “Say What You Want.” The Verve closed their remote set with “Lucky Man.”

The BRIT Awards 1997 took place on 24 February at Earls Court in London, hosted by Ben Elton. Manic Street Preachers were among the big winners of the night, taking home Best British Album for “Everything Must Go” (presented by Zoë Ball) and Best British Group (presented by Colin Jackson and Vinnie Jones). George Michael was awarded Best British Male Solo Artist (presented by Elton John), while Gabrielle received Best British Female Solo Artist (presented by Naomi Campbell). The Spice Girls dominated the pop categories, winning Best British Single for “Wannabe” (presented by Caroline Aherne) and Best British Video for “Say You’ll Be There” (presented by Frank Skinner). Kula Shaker was recognised as Best British Breakthrough Act (presented by Jo Whiley), and The Prodigy won Best British Dance Act (presented by Samantha Fox). The award for Best Soundtrack/Cast Recording went to Trainspotting (presented by Lenny Henry). In the international categories, Beck was named Best International Male Solo Artist (presented by Snoop Dogg), and Sheryl Crow won Best International Female Solo Artist (presented by Eddie Izzard). The Fugees took home awards for Best International Group (presented by Lennox Lewis) and Best International Newcomer. Robert Miles was recognised as Best International Breakthrough Act (presented by Gary Barlow and Louise Redknapp). John Leckie was named British Producer of the Year (presented by Sharleen Spiteri). The prestigious Outstanding Contribution to Music award was presented to the Bee Gees by Tim Rice. The night featured several notable performances. The Bee Gees performed a medley of their hits including “To Love Somebody,” “Massachusetts,” “Words,” “How Deep Is Your Love,” “Jive Talkin’,” “Stayin’ Alive,” and “You Should Be Dancing.” Diana Ross, featuring Jamiroquai, performed “Upside Down,” while The Fugees captivated the audience with “Killing Me Softly with His Song.” Manic Street Preachers delivered a powerful rendition of “A Design for Life,” and Mark Morrison performed his hit “Return of the Mack.” Prince performed “Emancipation,” Sheryl Crow sang “Everyday Is a Winding Road,” Skunk Anansie rocked the stage with “Teenage Kicks,” and the Spice Girls delivered an energetic performance of “Wannabe” and “Who Do You Think You Are.” Geri Halliwell’s Union Jack dress became one of the most iconic moments of the evening. Originally planning to wear an all-black dress, Halliwell’s sister sewed a Union Jack tea-towel onto it, creating a symbol of “Cool Britannia.” This dress sold at a charity auction for £41,320. Oasis member Liam Gallagher had stated he would “smack” the Spice Girls if he encountered them. During their acceptance speech for Best British Single, Sporty Spice Mel C responded to Gallagher’s threat by challenging him, saying, “Come and have a go if you think you’re hard enough.”

The BRIT Awards 1996 took place on 19 February at Earls Court in London, hosted by Chris Evans. The event celebrated the best in British and international music, featuring a diverse array of talent and memorable performances. Oasis were the standout winners of the night, taking home three major awards: Best British Album for “(What’s the Story) Morning Glory?”, Best British Group, and Best British Video for “Wonderwall.” Their success highlighted their dominant presence in the British music scene. Take That won Best British Single for “Back for Good,” further solidifying their status as a leading pop act. Annie Lennox was awarded Best British Female Solo Artist, recognising her continued influence and vocal talent. Paul Weller was named Best British Male Solo Artist, acknowledging his enduring appeal and contributions to music. Supergrass were recognised as Best British Breakthrough Act, marking their significant impact as newcomers. Massive Attack won Best British Dance Act, reflecting their innovative contributions to the dance music genre. The award for Best Soundtrack/Cast Recording went to Batman Forever, showcasing the film’s popular music. In the international categories, Björk won Best International Female Solo Artist, and Prince was awarded Best International Male Solo Artist. Alanis Morissette received the award for Best International Breakthrough Act, marking her entry into the music industry. Bon Jovi was recognised as Best International Group, reflecting their global appeal. Brian Eno was named British Producer of the Year, acknowledging his exceptional contributions to music production. The prestigious Outstanding Contribution to Music award was presented to David Bowie, who delivered memorable performances of “Hallo Spaceboy” (with Pet Shop Boys), “Moonage Daydream,” and “Under Pressure.” Tony Blair presented Bowie with the award, adding a notable moment to the evening. Michael Jackson received the special Artist of a Generation award, presented by Bob Geldof. Jackson’s performance of “Earth Song,” which depicted him as a ‘Christ-like figure’ surrounded by children, led to a controversial moment when Pulp frontman Jarvis Cocker staged a protest. Cocker ran across the stage, lifting his shirt and pointing his (clothed) bottom in Jackson’s direction. The night also saw performances by Alanis Morissette with “Hand in My Pocket,” Pulp with “Sorted for E’s & Wizz,” Simply Red with “Fairground,” and Take That with “How Deep Is Your Love.” Presenters for the evening included a star-studded lineup: Celine Dion, Robbie Williams, Tina Turner, Pete Townshend, Iggy Pop, Thom Yorke, Roger Taylor, Kylie Minogue, Jo Whiley, Michael Hutchence, Angus Deayton, Vic Reeves & Bob Mortimer, Ulrika Jonsson, Martin Clunes, and Neil Morrissey, adding glamour and excitement to the event.

The BRIT Awards 1995 took place on 20 February at Alexandra Palace in London, hosted by Chris Evans. The event celebrated the best in British and international music, highlighting a diverse array of talent and featuring memorable performances. Blur were the standout winners of the night, making history by winning four BRIT Awards, the most ever at the time. They took home Best British Group, Best British Single for “Parklife,” Best British Video for “Parklife,” and British Album of the Year for “Parklife.” Their success underscored their significant impact on the British music scene. Oasis won Best British Breakthrough Act, marking their explosive entry into the music industry. Eddi Reader was awarded Best British Female Solo Artist, recognising her vocal talent and artistic contributions. Paul Weller was named Best British Male Solo Artist, highlighting his influence and enduring appeal. In the international categories, R.E.M. won Best International Group, and Prince was awarded Best International Male Solo Artist. k.d. lang received the award for Best International Female Solo Artist. Lisa Loeb was recognised as the International Breakthrough Act, marking her significant impact on the global music scene. M People won Best British Dance Act, reflecting their popularity and influence in the dance music genre. The award for Best Soundtrack/Cast Recording went to Pulp Fiction, highlighting the film’s cultural impact and memorable music. Nellee Hooper was named British Producer of the Year, acknowledging his exceptional contributions to music production. The prestigious Outstanding Contribution to Music award was presented to Elton John, who delivered a medley of hits including “Believe,” “Philadelphia Freedom,” and “I’m Still Standing.” His performance celebrated his long-lasting influence in the music industry. The night was filled with notable performances, including Blur with “Girls & Boys,” East 17 with “Let It Rain,” and Eddi Reader with “Patience of Angels.” Eternal performed “Baby Love,” and Sting & M People collaborated on “If You Love Somebody Set Them Free.” Madonna delivered a captivating performance of “Bedtime Story,” and Take That performed their hit “Back for Good.” The presenters for the evening included a star-studded lineup: Cyndi Lauper, Jarvis Cocker, Vic Reeves and Bob Mortimer, Lily Savage (Paul O’Grady), Des’ree, Neneh Cherry, Jimmy Nail, Curtis Mayfield, Ray Davies of the Kinks, and Tom Jones, adding glamour and excitement to the event. The gallery also includes images from the Pulp Fiction-themed BRITs Aftershow party.

The BRIT Awards 1993, held on 16 February at Alexandra Palace in London, was a night of dazzling performances and significant accolades, celebrating the best in British and international music. Hosted by Richard O’Brien, the event honoured a diverse array of artists and featured a series of unforgettable moments. Annie Lennox stood out as one of the evening’s biggest winners, taking home awards for Best British Female Solo Artist and Best British Album for her critically acclaimed “Diva.” Lennox’s achievements underscored her powerful presence in the music industry and her exceptional talent as a solo artist. Simply Red, fronted by Mick Hucknall, claimed the awards for Best British Group and Best British Male Solo Artist, recognising Hucknall’s contributions both as the band’s lead singer and as a solo performer. Their performance of “Wonderland” was a highlight, showcasing Hucknall’s distinctive voice and the band’s smooth sound. Take That had a notable presence at the ceremony, winning Best British Single for “Could It Be Magic” and Best British Breakthrough Act. Their energetic performance and rising popularity made them one of the standout acts of the night. In the international categories, R.E.M. won Best International Group, and Prince was awarded Best International Solo Artist. Nirvana was recognised as the Best International Newcomer, reflecting their explosive entry into the global music scene. The award for Best Soundtrack/Cast Recording went to Wayne’s World, a testament to the film’s cultural impact and its memorable music. Nigel Kennedy received the accolade for Best Classical Recording, highlighting his exceptional talent as a violinist. Peter Gabriel was named British Producer of the Year, acknowledging his significant contributions to music production. Tasmin Archer, who won Best British Breakthrough Act, delivered a stunning performance of “Sleeping Satellite,” cementing her place as a rising star. Shakespears Sister won British Video of the Year for “Stay,” a visually captivating piece that resonated with audiences. A poignant moment of the evening was the Outstanding Contribution to Music award given to Rod Stewart, who also performed “Ruby Tuesday” and “Stay With Me.” His medley of hits demonstrated his enduring appeal and celebrated his long-lasting impact on the music industry. The night featured a series of memorable performances, including Andy Bell and k.d. lang with “No More Tears (Enough Is Enough),” Madness with “Night Boat to Cairo,” Peter Gabriel with “Steam,” Suede with “Animal Nitrate,” and Tasmin Archer with “Sleeping Satellite.” A notable incident was the cancellation of Prince’s performance just three days before the show. The presenters for the evening included high-profile figures such as Naomi Campbell, Kylie Minogue, Paul Young, Smash & Nicey, Alan ‘Fluff’ Freeman, Billy Bragg, Meatloaf, Simon Mayo, Lulu, Roger Taylor, Lisa Stansfield, Lenny Kravitz, and Cher.