Davido, Wizkid, Burna Boy… Score Big in MOBO 2024 Nominations

In a nod to the global impact of African music, Nigerian superstars Davido, Wizkid, Adekunle Gold, Asake, Rema, Ayra Starr and Burna Boy lead the nominations in the Best African category in the Music of Black Origin, MOBO 2024 nominations.

 

The list also includes talents from South Africa, Swaziland, and Cameroon, such as Tyla, Swaziland hitmaker Uncle Waffles, and Cameroonian American sensation Libianca, emphasizing the rich and varied musical landscape emerging from the continent.

 

The broader nominations list reveals a tapestry of musical genres, with artists from various backgrounds earning recognition in categories ranging from R&B/soul and hip-hop to grime, drill, and alternative music. British acts like Jorja Smith, Little Simz, and Stormzy feature prominently, demonstrating the continued influence of the UK music scene.

 

The Best International Act (US) category is a melting pot of global talent, with artists such as Doja Cat, Drake, Travis Scott, and Nicki Minaj receiving nominations, highlighting the cross-cultural appeal of their music.

 

The awards also recognize achievements in film and television, with notable performances by actors like Damson Idris and Idris Elba, along with a category celebrating the best media personalities.

 

In addition to individual artists, the Best Producer category acknowledges the behind-the-scenes talent shaping the music landscape, with names like P2J and Steel Banglez among those honored.

 

The MOBO Awards continue to be a platform that celebrates diversity and inclusivity in the music industry, reflecting the evolving nature of global music and the artists who contribute to its vibrancy. The winners of each category will be revealed at the awards ceremony.

 

See full nominations list below.

 

Best male act

Central Cee

Dave

D-Block Europe

J Hus

Nines

Stormzy

 

Best female act

Flo

Jorja Smith

Little Simz

Mahalia

PinkPantheress

Raye

 

Album of the year

Ezra Collective – Where I’m Meant To Be

J Hus – Beautiful and Brutal Yard

Little Simz – No Thank You

Potter Payper – Real Back in Style

Raye – My 21st Century Blues

Stormzy – This Is What We Mean

 

Song of the year

Central Cee & Dave – Sprinter

J Hus – Who Told You (ft Drake)

Jorja Smith – Little Things

PinkPantheress & Ice Spice – Boy’s a Liar Pt 2

Raye & 070 Shake – Escapism

Stormzy – Hide & Seek

 

Best newcomer

Ama Lou

AntsLive

Debbie

Jayo

Nippa

No Guidnce

Rimzee

Strandz

Tamera

Tunde

 

Video of the year

AntsLive – Number One Candidate (dir. Tom Emmerson)

Enny – No More Naija Men (dir. Otis Dominique)

Jords – Dirt in the Diamond EP1: Mobay ft Tay Iwar / Stay Close ft Kranium (dir. Renee Maria Osubu)

Little Simz – Gorilla (dir. Dave Meyers)

Stormzy – Mel Made Me Do It (dir. Klvdr)

Tion Wayne – Healing (dir. Wowa)

 

Best R&B/soul act

Bellah

Jaz Karis

Mahalia

Ragz Originale

Sampha

Sault

 

Best hip-hop act

Avelino

Clavish

Digga D

Enny

Fredo

Giggs

Little Simz

Loyle Carner

Nines

Potter Payper

 

Best grime act

Bugzy Malone

Duppy

Flowdan

Manga Saint Hilare

Novelist

P Money

Best drill act

Central Cee

Headie One

K-Trap

Kwengface

M24

Russ Millions

TeeZandos

Unknown T

 

Best international act (US)

Doja Cat

Drake & 21 Savage

Travis Scott

Ice Spice

Latto

Lil Uzi Vert

Nicki Minaj

Sexyy Red

SZA

Victoria Monét

 

Best performance in a TV show/film

Adjani Salmon – Dreaming Whilst Black

Damson Idris – Snowfall

Deja J Bowens – Champion

Idris Elba – Hijack

India Amarteifio – Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story

John Boyega – They Cloned Tyrone

Lashana Lynch – The Woman King

 

Best media personality

Alison Hammond

Amelia Dimoldenberg

Henrie Kwushue

Madame Joyce

Maya Jama

Pressed podcast

Remi Burgz

ShxtsnGigs

Specs Gonzalez

Zeze Millz

 

Best African music act

Adekunle Gold

Asake

Ayra Starr

Burna Boy

Davido

Libianca

Rema

Tyla

Uncle Waffles

Wizkid

 

Best Caribbean music act

Byron Messia

Destra

Kabaka Pyramid

Popcaan

Shenseea

Valiant

 

Best jazz act

Blue Lab Beats

Cktrl

Ezra Collective

Masego

Reuben James

Yazmin Lacey

 

Best alternative music act

Alt Blk Era

Arlo Parks

Deijuvhs

Kid Bookie

Skindred

Young Fathers

 

Best electronic/dance act

Aluna

Nia Archives

PinkPantheress

Salute

Shygirl

Tsha

 

Best producer

Info

Kyle Evans

M1onTheBeat

P2J

Steel Banglez

TSB

 

Best gospel act

Annatoria

CalledOut Music

Guvna B

Limoblaze

Tofunmi Adorna

Triple O