Charli XCX has emerged as a frontrunner for the 2025 BRIT Awards, earning an impressive five nominations, including Artist of the Year and Song of the Year for her collaboration with Billie Eilish, 'Guess.' This recognition follows her album 'Brat,' which peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard 200 and featured three tracks in the U.K. Singles Chart top 10.
Dua Lipa, The Last Dinner Party, and Ezra Collective are close behind with four nominations each. Lipa, a BRITs favorite, has won seven awards from 16 nominations since 2017, solidifying her status in the industry.
Notably, The Cure received three nominations, marking their first since 1993, while Coldplay added to their impressive tally of 30 nominations. The Beatles also made headlines with their first nomination since 1977 for their final song 'Now and Then.'
The awards ceremony will take place on March 1 at The O2 Arena in London, broadcast live on ITV1 and streamed on ITVX. As the industry anticipates the event, the public will have a chance to vote for winners in various categories through a WhatsApp campaign.
With the BRITs showcasing the evolving landscape of British music, the nominations reflect a blend of established artists and emerging talent, signaling a promising future for the industry.