MOBO Awards reveal nominees at star studded launch
Ahead of the MOBO Awards 18th anniversary show a list of the nominees were revealed at a star studded event at London’s Grand Connaught Rooms – where the awards show started in 1996.
Due to be held at Glasgow’s brand new SSE Hydro in Glasgow, MOBO recognises the best artist in Music of Black Origin and has attracted big names like Puff Daddy, Chaka Khan, The Black Eyed Peas, Trey Songz, Jessie J, Jason Derulo and Rihanna.
On Saturday 19 October, Glasgow will be a buzz with some of music’s biggest stars with the likes of Tinie Tempah, Rudimental and Iggy Azealea performing.
There will be fierce competition on the night as music talent Laura Mvula and Wiley being nominated in four categories each, immediately followed by Disclosure, Naughty Boy, Rudimental and Wretch 32 with three gongs respectively being put forward to be publicly recognised for their achievements over the past year.
Hosted by long-standing MOBO Awards supporter and BBC 1Xtra DJ; Sarah-Jane Crawford and appearances from Jessie J, So Solid, CEO Dancers (Britain’s Got Talent), 90s pop sensation; Gabrielle, Lianne La Havas, Wiley, Naughty Boy, MKS (original Sugababes line-up) Jason Derulo and Jourdan Dunn to name just a few – this year’s nominations party didn’t disappoint.
“This year’s 18th Anniversary Awards will be no different” says inspirational MOBO Awards founder and CEO, Kanya King MBE.
“MOBO turning 18 is a huge achievement and we have some truly incredible artists on the shortlist for this year’s event.
“They demonstrate the diverse range of music that is at the heart of youth culture in Britain and globally.
“Our aim has always been to give a platform and voice to emerging and established artists; we celebrate these artists all year round.
“We’re really proud of the nominees and wish them all the best with the public vote and the show in Glasgow on October 19!”
It will now be down to the fans to decide who walks away with a coveted MOBO Award in October, with the categories now open to the public via www.mobo.com/voting2013.
Tickets for the show are on sale now, giving fans the chance to be there as the winners are revealed. Prices vary from £25 to £49 and are available from www.mobo.com/tickets.
A FULL LIST OF THIS YEARS NOMINEES:
Best Newcomer in association with HTC
Daley
Elli Ingram
Etta Bond
Fuse ODG
Jacob Banks
Jahmene Douglas
Krept and Konan
Sam Smith
Shakka
Stylo G
Best Male Act
Disclosure
Naughty Boy
Rudimental
Wiley
Wretch 32
Best Female Act In association with Tresor Paris
Jessie J
Jessie Ware
Laura Mvula
Lianna La Havas
Rita Ora
Best Video in association with SBTV
AlunaGeorge – Attracting Flies
Dizzee Rascal – Bassline Junkie
Fuse ODG ft Wyclef – Antenna
Laura Mvula – Green Garden
Naughty Boy feat. Sam Smith – La La La
Rizzle Kicks – Lost Generation
Best UK Hip Hop/Grime Act
Akala
K Koke
Tinie Tempah
Wiley
Wretch 32
Best Album
Angel – About Time
Disclosure – Settle
Laura Mvula – Sing To the Moon
Rudimental – Home
Wiley – Ascent
Best R&B/Soul Act
Angel
Daley
Jessie Ware
Laura Mvula
Lianne La Havas
Best Song in Association with PRSforMusic
Disclosure feat. AlunaGeorge – White Noise
Naughty Boy – La La La
Rudimental feat. Ella Eyre – Waiting All Night
Wiley feat. Chip – Reloaded
Wretch 32 ft Shakka – Black Out
Best International Act
Ciara
Iggy Azalea
J.Cole
Jason Derulo
Jay Z
Justin Timberlake
Kanye West
Kendrick Lamar
Miguel
Robin Thicke
Best African Act
Atumpan
Bombino
Fuse ODG
Ice Prince
Liquideep
Mafikizolo
Seun Kuti
Spoek Mathambo
Tiwa Savage
WizKid
Best Reggae Act
Mavado
Popcaan
Sean Paul
Stylo G
Tarrus Riley
Best Jazz Act
Sons Of Kemet
Courtney Pine
Soweto Kinch
Jazz Jamaica
Lineage
Best Gospel Act
Guvna B
El-Marfex
Lurine Cato
IDMC
Sandra Godley
