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Coffee Break: The BRIT Awards

Gorillaz rehearsing for the 2002 Brit Awards in London, the year after the release of their self-titled debut album.
Gorillaz rehearsing for the 2002 Brit Awards in London, the year after the release of their self-titled debut album. Dave Hogan/Getty Images

by Jill Riley and Nilufer Arsala

February 28, 2025

It’s awards season! The Oscars will be held on Sunday, but those aren’t the only honors that will be handed out this weekend. Tomorrow, winners will be announced for the 47th edition of The BRIT Awards!

The BRITs recognize the best in British and international music, and some prize winners have already been announced. Charli XCX is the most-nominated artist this year and has already picked up her first-ever statue for Songwriter of the Year, but champions in multiple categories will be crowned during the ceremony on Saturday. Let’s get a preview of the nominees by creating an award-winning playlist!

So for today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what 2025 BRIT Award-nominated artists would you like to hear?


Respond with your song ideas in the comments below.

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Songs Played
The Cure- A Fragile Thing
The Last Dinner Party- Nothing Matters
Lola Young- Messa
The Beatles- Now and Then
Michael Kiwanuka- Floating Parade
Myles Smith- Stargazing