Ivor Novellos give nod to grime artist Skepta as Adele overlooked

Skepta up for best contemporary record in songwriting awards that notably omit bestselling artist in the worldGrime artist Skepta has been nominated for an Ivor Novello award, the first nod for the genre at the songwriting awards since Dizzee Rascal was given an Inspiration award at the 2010 ceremony.Shutdown, written by Skepta and Ragz Original, is one of the three songs competing in the best contemporary song category. Continue reading...

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10:44 on April 19 2016

Adele snubbed at Ivor Novello Awards

BBC News - UK — Pop star Adele fails to win any nominations at the prestigious Ivor Novello Awards, which recognise achievement in songwriting. more info

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12:29 on April 19 2016

Wolf Alice, Years & Years and Skepta in Ivor Novello Award nominations as Adele is overlooked

NME — Ed Sheeran, James Bay and Jess Glynne also shortlisted this year more info

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13:38 on April 19 2016

Ivor Novellos give nod to grime artist Skepta as Adele overlooked

Guardian Music — Skepta up for best contemporary record in songwriting awards that notably omit bestselling artist in the worldGrime artist Skepta has been nominated for an Ivor Novello a... more info

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