Later on today (February 7) the 26th edition of the MOBO Awards kick off in Sheffield, at the city’s Utilita Arena. Founded in the Nineties as a space to celebrate black culture, creativity, and music of black origin, they have become an important fixture of the UK awards calendar.
This year, British rappers Little Simz and Stormzy lead the nominations with four nods each. Both are in contention for album of the year and video of the year, while Simz is also in the running for best female act and best hip hop act. Stormzy is also up for best male act, while Hide & Seek from his 2022 album This Is What I Mean is nominated for song of the year.
