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Rhyl Journal
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Rhyl Journal
Charli XCX named songwriter of the year at The Ivors awards ceremony
Messy singer Lola Young took home the rising star award and Berwyn won best album for Who Am I at the awards ceremony at London's Grosvenor House on Tuesday. Best contemporary song was won by Sans Soucis for Circumnavigating Georgia, while best song musically and lyrically was won by Orla Gartland for Mine, beating the likes of Young, Raye and Fontaines DC. Speaking about the winners, Tom Gray, chairman of The Ivors Academy, said: 'Congratulations to every Ivor Novello Award-winning songwriter and composer. 'On behalf of The Ivors Academy, it is a privilege to recognise their craft and achievements. 'Their lyrics and melodies are the most important foundations of music and there is no greater recognition than an Ivor Novello Award, judged by fellow songwriters and composers.' Robbie Williams picked up the music icon award, The Killers frontman Brandon Flowers won the special international award and Self Esteem, whose real name is Rebecca Lucy Taylor, was given the visionary award. Myles Smith's Stargazing, co-written with Peter Fenn and Jesse Fink, was named most performed work, while Raffertie's soundtrack to The Substance took the gong for best film score. Best video game score was won by John Konsolakis's work on Farewell North, and best TV soundtrack went to Vince Pope's True Detective: Night Country score. Irish rock band U2 were awarded their academy fellowship while Bloc Party's Kele Okereke, Russell Lissack, Gordon Moakes and Matt Tong took home outstanding song collection, with both awards previously announced. The Ivors celebrated their 70th anniversary this year, with previous winners including Amy Winehouse, Sir Paul McCartney and John Lennon.
South Wales Guardian
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Guardian
Charli XCX named songwriter of the year at The Ivors awards ceremony
Messy singer Lola Young took home the rising star award and Berwyn won best album for Who Am I at the awards ceremony at London's Grosvenor House on Tuesday. Best contemporary song was won by Sans Soucis for Circumnavigating Georgia, while best song musically and lyrically was won by Orla Gartland for Mine, beating the likes of Young, Raye and Fontaines DC. Speaking about the winners, Tom Gray, chairman of The Ivors Academy, said: 'Congratulations to every Ivor Novello Award-winning songwriter and composer. 'On behalf of The Ivors Academy, it is a privilege to recognise their craft and achievements. 'Their lyrics and melodies are the most important foundations of music and there is no greater recognition than an Ivor Novello Award, judged by fellow songwriters and composers.' Robbie Williams picked up the music icon award, The Killers frontman Brandon Flowers won the special international award and Self Esteem, whose real name is Rebecca Lucy Taylor, was given the visionary award. Myles Smith's Stargazing, co-written with Peter Fenn and Jesse Fink, was named most performed work, while Raffertie's soundtrack to The Substance took the gong for best film score. Best video game score was won by John Konsolakis's work on Farewell North, and best TV soundtrack went to Vince Pope's True Detective: Night Country score. Irish rock band U2 were awarded their academy fellowship while Bloc Party's Kele Okereke, Russell Lissack, Gordon Moakes and Matt Tong took home outstanding song collection, with both awards previously announced. The Ivors celebrated their 70th anniversary this year, with previous winners including Amy Winehouse, Sir Paul McCartney and John Lennon.
Leader Live
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
Charli XCX named songwriter of the year at The Ivors awards ceremony
Messy singer Lola Young took home the rising star award and Berwyn won best album for Who Am I at the awards ceremony at London's Grosvenor House on Tuesday. Best contemporary song was won by Sans Soucis for Circumnavigating Georgia, while best song musically and lyrically was won by Orla Gartland for Mine, beating the likes of Young, Raye and Fontaines DC. Speaking about the winners, Tom Gray, chairman of The Ivors Academy, said: 'Congratulations to every Ivor Novello Award-winning songwriter and composer. 'On behalf of The Ivors Academy, it is a privilege to recognise their craft and achievements. 'Their lyrics and melodies are the most important foundations of music and there is no greater recognition than an Ivor Novello Award, judged by fellow songwriters and composers.' Robbie Williams picked up the music icon award, The Killers frontman Brandon Flowers won the special international award and Self Esteem, whose real name is Rebecca Lucy Taylor, was given the visionary award. Myles Smith's Stargazing, co-written with Peter Fenn and Jesse Fink, was named most performed work, while Raffertie's soundtrack to The Substance took the gong for best film score. Best video game score was won by John Konsolakis's work on Farewell North, and best TV soundtrack went to Vince Pope's True Detective: Night Country score. Irish rock band U2 were awarded their academy fellowship while Bloc Party's Kele Okereke, Russell Lissack, Gordon Moakes and Matt Tong took home outstanding song collection, with both awards previously announced. The Ivors celebrated their 70th anniversary this year, with previous winners including Amy Winehouse, Sir Paul McCartney and John Lennon.
Daily Mirror
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Charli XCX picks up another huge award at prestigious music event
The Ivors celebrated the best in music and songwriting with a glittering event in London Charli XCX continued her phenomenal year by scooping the over the coveted songwriting gong at The Ivors. The 32-year-old star, who didn't attend the glittering affair, was celebrated for her groundbreaking work on 2024 album BRAT, which became a cultural phenomenon seeing the term 'brat' even named the Collins Dictionary Word of the Year. Rockers U2 were inducted into Fellowship of the Academy. Bono, The Edge, Adam Clayton and Larry Mullen Jr. become the first-ever Irish songwriters that the Academy has inducted into Fellowship during its 81-year history. Robbie Williams, 51, picked up the PRS for Music Icon Award. His fifth Ivor Novello Award, it was in recognition of a songwriting career that has touched millions and defined a generation, from the heartfelt power of Angels to the swagger of Let Me Entertain You. Brandon Flowers, 43, presented with the Special International Award for his music as the frontman of The Killers and a solo artist. This year's Visionary Award with Amazon Music went to Self Esteem, in recognition of her fearless, genre-defying songwriting. From her bold solo debut Compliments Please to the Mercury-nominated Prioritise Pleasure and her latest work A Complicated Woman. Exciting talent Lola Young, 24, was the latest under-25 songwriter to be awarded the Rising Star Award. She's been making waves after viral hit Messy. Berwyn won Best Album for Who Am I, his first Ivor Novello Award. Myles Smith was also recognised for his hit Stargazing. The winners of The Ivors with Amazon Music were revealed at the annual awards ceremony held at Grosvenor House, London, recognising and celebrating exceptional achievements in songwriting and screen composing. In the 70 th year of The Ivors, 22 songwriters and composers collected Ivor Novello Awards across 14 categories, with 73% of all winners and award recipients receiving recognition for the first time. Established in 1956, The Ivors is presented by The Ivors Academy, the leading organisation representing songwriters and composers, and is the most prestigious awards ceremony celebrating songwriting and screen composition. Tom Gray, Chair of The Ivors Academy, said: 'Congratulations to every Ivor Novello Award-winning songwriter and composer. On behalf of The Ivors Academy, it is a privilege to recognise their craft and achievements. Their lyrics and melodies are the most important foundations of music and there is no greater recognition than an Ivor Novello Award, judged by fellow songwriters and composers.' The 2025 winners join a roll of songwriting and composing greats who have received an Ivor Novello Award over the past seven decades, including Paul McCartney, John Lennon, Adele, RAYE, Stormzy, Cathy Dennis, Bruce Springsteen, Annie Lennox, Amy Winehouse, Dave, Sting and Joan Armatrading.
Metro
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Glastonbury reveals line-up for another stage including chart-topping 80s legend
The line-up for another Glastonbury stage has been announced with a performance set from an 80s icon. Confirmed headliners for the festival this year include The 1975, Neil Young, and Olivia Rodrigo, while Charli XCX, Doechii, Kaiser Chiefs, The Libertines, and Fatboy Slim will all be taking to the festival's stages as well. Organisers have revealed the line-up for the beloved Park Stage, with Anohni And The Johnsons, Caribou, and The Maccabees set to headline. Elsewhere on the weekend, Cars hitmaker Gary Numan is set to perform alongside the likes of Self Esteem, Beth Gibbons, and Future Islands. The musician, 67, is regarded as one of the pioneers of electronic music, pioneering his own unique sound that has earned him an Ivor Novello Award and an Inspiration Award from the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers, and Authors. He has released a string of hit singles, including Cars and Are 'Friends' Electric?, which both reached number one in the UK. He has sold over 10million records, with his most recent release, Intruder, coming in 2021. We've teamed up with SXSW London to give away two pairs of Music Festival Wristbands valid for 2-7 June 2025. Headliners include Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Tems, Brit Award-winning artist Mabel, Crystal Castles's Alice Glass, and East London-based R&B artist NAO, plus emerging talent set to perform at showcase acts around Shoreditch. Click here to find out more about SXSW London's incredible events and how to enter to be in with a chance to win, or simply enter your details using the form below. *T&Cs apply. You have until midnight on Sunday 25th May 2025 to enter. Good luck! * Open to legal residents of Great Britain (excluding Northern Ireland) aged 18 or over. Promotion opens at 06:01 BST on 13 May 2025 and closes at 23:59 BST on 25 May 2025. The promotion is free to enter; however internet access is required. Entrant must visit and when prompted by the form, submit their name, email, telephone number, date of birth and postcode. Acceptance of the terms and conditions (by ticking the relevant checkbox) is necessary to enter the promotion. 1 entry per person. 1 prize available per person. There will be two (2) winners. Each winner will win two (2) Full Week (6 days) Music Festival Wristbands (each such wristband worth £99) granting secondary access to Official SXSW London Music Festival showcases valid from 2 until 7 June 2025. Proof of age and photographic ID is required for entry (18+). The prize, including entry and attendance at SXSW, is subject to and governed by the SXSW's full ticket terms and conditions here. Full T&Cs apply, see here. It marks the first time the music legend has ever played Glastonbury, despite his career spanning six decades. Numan will play two warm-up shows ahead of his Glastonbury performance, with intimate shows in Brighton and Frome. The Stonebridge venue will play host to Hot Chip's Joe Goddard, BBC newsreader Ros Atkins, Confidence Man, and a tribute to the late DJ Randall. Bimble Inn will feature a performance from Blur's Alex James, who will treat attendees to a 'Britpop classical DJ set.' Sharing the announcement, organisers wrote: 'Gazing down across the Festival site from the heady heights of the hill top, The Park returns in 2025 with another line-up of spectacular acts to inspire wonder and ignite delight! More Trending 'This ever-vibrant home of eclectic fabulousness offers a host of venues bent on robbing your every inhibition, and filling your mind – and every synapse – with bacchian wonder.' And there's still more announcements to come, with BBC Radio star Lauren Laverne has teased US trio Haim could be making their way to Glastonbury Festival 2025 for a secret performance. 'They've got summer shows coming up, one is Dreamland Summer Series in Margate on June 27,' Lauren noted on BBC6 Music yesterday, before adding: 'What else is happening that weekend? It's a long way to come to go to Margate, not that Margate isn't great…' Anohni And The Johnsons Caribou The Maccabees Self Esteem Gary Numan Beth Gibbons Wunderhorse Future Islands Kae Tempest Pa Salieu English Teacher Osees Royal Otis Lucy Dacus Girl In Red Faye Webster Jalen Ngonda Japanese Breakfast Yann Tiersen Ichiko Aoba Katy J Pearson Geordie Greep John Glacier Horsegirl Melin Melyn A Tribute To DJ Randall Confidence Man Presents Active Scenes Ros Atkins' Rave Machine Rupture The Social Sound International 30 Years Of Bugged Out Ahadadream Baggy Mondays Benny L Blackeye DJ Boring Break Confidence Man (DJ set) Cool Hand Flex Decibella Demi Riquismo DJ Die DLR Double O Eliza Rose B2b Spray Ell Murphy Emerald Erol Alkan B2b Fall Forward (Bugged Out Classics Set) Fcukers (DJ Set) Fleetmac Wood DJ Flight Gilles Peterson Ft Rob Galliano Greg Wilson Hot Chip DJs (Joe Goddard + Alexis Taylor) Idris Inja Jaden Thompson Jammer Jeremiah Asiamah Kenny Ken Kilimanjaro Luke Una Major Ranks Malugi Mantra Mc Chickaboo Mermaid Chunky (DJ Set) Mickey Finn Modeselektor (Reggae Set) P-rallel Paige Tomlinson Panjabi Hit Squad Panka Perel (Indie Sleaze Set) Rio Tashan Ros Atkins Selena Faider DJ Seinfeld Somewhere Soul DJ Storm Tommy Gold Yung Omz Zero 7 (DJ Set) Alan Tyler Professor Alice Roberts Canon Fodder Dominic West Georgia Mann Dr Janina Ramirez Miranda Sawyer W/ Matt Everitt Pauline Black Robin Ince W/ Lucia Osborne-crowley Shaun Keaveny Jaguar Heidi Lawden Travis Alabanza Ruby Rare Seayonce Jacob Alon Oedipussi The Bitten Peach Pxssy Palace Queer House Party Uhaul Dyke Rescue Reenie Pears Dating Haute Mess Plastyk Bitch, Please! Dykes On Decks Bumpah Slagland Twat Union DJ Doll Beatles Dub Club Craig Charles Iraina Mancini Moreish Idols Orbital's Phil Hartnoll Rizzy And The Gents Snowapple Sofar Sounds Soulstice Presents: Our Soulful House Transgressive Takeover Westside Cowboy Woody Cook Madalitso Band Existential Dress Dacrease Frankie Francis Norsicaa Sonido Tupinamba Zonzo Mera Bhai Bobby Charisma Felt Sound System The Sweet Charity All Stars Pickle Juice Sisters Of The Zodiac Alex James Britpop Classical DJ Set Dr Meaker Electric Jalaba Power Ballad Yoga 70s Dub Club They Say Jump 3 Daft Monkeys Dogshow Samantics Old Time Sailors Bawah (Formerly Mauvey) Maruja DJ Polly LSDJ Conradical Glastonbury Festival 2025 takes place from June 25 to 29 at Worthy Farm, Somerset . Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. 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