BRIT Awards 2024 spectated some record-breaking wins and triumphs with many unexpected wins. While songstress RAYE swept record-breaking awards, Miley Cyrus with her latest single striked again.
The 2024 Brit Awards, held on March 2, witnessed a historic night with Raye, the British singer-songwriter, dominating the ceremony. She not only bagged the most number of nominations but also shattered records by winning a staggering six awards, making her the most successful artist in the history of the Brits.
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RAYE Shone Brightest At BRIT Awards 2024
Escapism singer, RAYE’s critically acclaimed album “My 21st Century Blues” secured her the prestigious Mastercard Album of the Year award. Her powerful vocals and introspective lyrics resonated with the audience, earning her the coveted Artist of the Year title as well. Additionally, her collaboration with 070 Shake on “Escapism” clinched the coveted Song of the Year award.
The singer’s achievements didn’t stop there. Raye’s undeniable talent was further recognized with the Best New Artist and R&B Act awards. Notably, she became the first-ever woman to win the Songwriter of the Year award, paving the way for greater inclusivity in the industry.
Singer who topped the year’s biggest BRIT artist was up against many established artists in the nominations such as Dua Lipa, Central Cee, Arlo Parks, Fred, Olivia Dean, Jessie Ware, J Hus, and Little Simz for the artist of the year nominations.
Other Winners Of BRIT Awards 2024
The international categories saw a strong female presence such as Taylor Swift, Lana Del Rey, Olivia rodrigo and many others. However, the American singer SZA, known for her soulful vocals and captivating lyrics, secured the International Artist of the Year award. The indie rock trio, boygenius, comprising Phoebe Bridgers, Lucy Dacus, and Julien Baker, defied expectations by winning International Group of the Year, beating established names like Foo Fighters and Paramore.
Miley Cyrus’ global hit “Flowers” resonated with audiences worldwide, earning her the International Song of the Year award. In the genre categories, Bring Me The Horizon emerged as the Alternative/Rock Act, Casisdead dominated the Hip Hop/Grime/Rap Act, iconic DJ Calvin Harris secured the Dance award, Dua Lipa retained her title as Pop Act, and Raye rightfully claimed the R&B Act award.
Kylie Minogue also soared on the internet trends with her 2024 BRIT Awards winners list noteworthy Global Icon honour from the nominations of strong contenders such as blink-182, Foo Fighters, Paramore, and Gabriels.
Nominations Of BRIT Awards 2024
The Group Of The Year award was clenched by Jungle defeating other nominations such as Headie One, K-Trap, Blur, Chase & Status, and Young Fathers. While Best New Artists had nominations such as Mahalia, Pink Pantheress, Olivia Dean, and Yussef Dayes which was clenched by RAYE.
the International Artist Of The Year was a total shocker for all as the award was clenched by SZA over strong contenders such as Taylor Swift, Lana Del Rey, Olivia Rodrigo, Miley Cyrus, Kylie Minogue, Burna Boy, Caroline Polachek, Asake, and CMAT.
Dua Lipa won the Pop Act Awards on the night however, the pop queen was defeated by star of the night, RAYE in the Artist of The Year category as RAYE secured the spot for the night. The other nominations in the category were Olivia Dean, Fred Again, J Hus, Arlo Parks, Central Cee, Little Simz, Dave, Jessie Ware, other than the Houdini star.
While the Song Of The Year was given to British singer’s most infamous song ‘Escapism’ with 070 Shake, the International Song Of The Year was son by Miley Cyrus for her song ‘Flowers’.
The Alternative/Rock Alt was secured by Bring Me The Horizon, while the Hip-Hop/Grime/Rap Act was won by CASISDEAD, the Dance Act was clenched by Calvin Harris, R&B Act was once again clenched by RAYE who also won Mastercard Album of The Year, and the rising Star award was won by The Last Dinner Party.
Performances at BRIT Awards 2024
The 2024 BRIT Awards witnessed a diverse range of performances, showcasing established artists and rising stars:
- Six-time BRIT winner Dua Lipa returned to the stage, captivating the audience with her energetic performance of “Training Season.”
- Rising star and seven-time nominee Raye delivered a powerful medley of her hits, including “Ice Cream Man,” “Prada,” and “Escapism,” showcasing her vocal talent and songwriting prowess.
- Global icon Kylie Minogue received the prestigious BRITs Global Icon award and treated the audience to a captivating medley of her greatest hits, leaving a lasting impression.
- Previous BRIT Award winners Calvin Harris and Ellie Goulding performed their collaborative track “Miracle” live for the first time at the BRIT Awards.
- Jungle, nominated for their first ever BRIT Award, brought their dynamic energy to the stage with a performance of their hit song “Back On 74.”
- Nominated artist Rema delivered a vibrant performance of his international hit “Calm Down,” captivating the audience with his unique sound and stage presence.
- Winners of Producer of the Year, Becky Hill and Chase & Status, collaborated on an electrifying performance of their song “Disconnect,” showcasing their production mastery and stage chemistry.
The 2024 BRIT Awards performances offered a dynamic mix of established acts and rising stars, reflecting the diverse range of talent in the contemporary music scene.
The Historic Night At BRITs
he ceremony also celebrated the legendary career of Kylie Minogue, who was presented with the prestigious Brits Global Icon award. Her performance, a captivating medley of her greatest hits, brought the house down and served as a fitting finale to a night filled with musical brilliance and historic achievements.
Raye’s unprecedented success at the 2024 Brit Awards marks a significant moment in British music history. Her story is an inspiration to aspiring musicians, demonstrating the power of perseverance, talent, and artistic expression. The night also highlighted the evolving landscape of the music industry, with women making their mark across various categories and international artists leaving their mark on the global stage.