Everything you need to know about the BRIT Awards 2018
The event takes place on 21st February
It's that time of year again. Award season is here and with the GRAMMYs already taking place, it's almost time for The BRIT Awards 2018, including some of the biggest music stars on the planet.
When is the BRIT Awards 2018?
Over the last couple of years the BRIT Awards have always taken place at the end of February. This year is no different, The BRIT Awards 2018 are set to take place on Wednesday 21st February.
Are the BRIT Awards on TV?
Yes! The BRIT Awards will be broadcast live on ITV on Wednesday 21st February between 8pm - 10.20pm.
Where is the BRIT Awards 2018 being held?
For the eighth year in the row The BRIT Awards will be held at The O2 Arena in London. Tom Green took a sneak peek backstage at The BRIT Awards, see what he found below.
Who is presenting the BRIT Awards 2018?
In December it was revealed on social media that comedian and all-round funny man Jack Whithall would be presenting the BRIT Awards 2018. Taking to Instagram, the BRITs wrote, 'So excited to announce that 🎉@jackwhitehall🎉 is our host for The #BRITs 2018! 🙌 Celebrate with us on 21 February!'
Speaking at the time of the announcement, Jack said, "I’m thrilled to be hosting the BRITs, it is the kind of show you dream of hosting as a kid, so really excited to have been asked."
We caught up with Jack earlier this week to find out how he was preparing for the big night. See what he had to say below.
Jack joins the growing number of celebrities who have previously hosted the BRIT Awards including James Corden, Ant & Dec, and the 2017 Awards hosts Dermot O’Leary and Emma Willis.
Who is performing at the BRIT Awards 2018?
A number of high profile artists have been announced to perform at this year's BRIT Awards. Following his amazing performance at the Super Bowl, Justin Timberlake is set to take to the stage to perform some hits off his new album 'Man Of The Woods'.
Other performers on the night include Rita Ora, Liam Payne, Foo Fighters, Rag’n’Bone Man, Ed Sheeran, Stormzy, Dua Lipa and Sam Smith.
This year's Critics' Choice winner, Jorja Smith, will also be taking to the stage to perform with the 2017 winner, Rag'n'Bone Man.
We caught up with Rag'n'Bone Man ahead of the BRIT Awards and he told us what it was like to be nominated for even more awards.
Who designed the 2018 BRIT Award?
The BRIT Award 2018 has been designed by Sir Anish Kapoor, a highly acclaimed British/Indian artist who has won countless awards himself.
The new award was unveiled across social media last year with a tweet saying, 'Here it is! The #BRITs 2018 award, designed by the incredible Sir Anish Kapoor'.
Speaking about the new design Sir Anish said, “I am pleased to have designed the BRIT award for 2018. Sculpture is often a process of positive and negative form. I have made the award using both."
Who is nominated for a BRIT at this year's BRIT Awards?
The BRIT Awards 2018 nominations were revealed back in January at a live, televised event called The BRITs Are Coming.
Dua Lipa is the most nominated artist this year. The 'New Rules' singer has five nominations, including British Single, British Female Artist and British Breakthrough.
This year's nominations also include the likes of Ed Sheeran, who has four nominations, and Liam Payne who received two, for Best British Male Solo Artist and Best British Single. Taylor Swift and P!nk also picked up nominations for International Female Solo Artist.
See the full list for The BRIT Awards nominations below:
Best British Male Solo Artist
Ed Sheeran
Liam Gallagher
Loyle Carner
Rag 'n' Bone Man
Stormzy
Best British Female Solo Artist
Paloma Faith
Kate Tempest
Jessie Ware
Laura Marling
Dua Lipa
British Single
Rag 'n' Bone Man - 'Human'
J Hus - 'Did You See'
Clean Bandit featuring Zara Larsson - 'Symphony'
Liam Payne and Quavo - 'Strip that Down'
Calvin Harris featuring Pharrell, Katy Perry and Big Sean - 'Feels'
Dua Lipa - 'New Rules'
Ed Sheeran - 'Shape of You'
Jax Jones featuring RAYE - 'You Don't Know Me'
Jonas Blue featuring William Singe - 'Mama'
Little Mix - 'Touch'
British Group
Wolf Alice
Gorillaz
London Grammar
The XX
Royal Blood
British Breakthrough Act
Dave
Dua Lipa
J Hus
Loyle Carner
Sampha
International Female Solo Artist
Taylor Swift
Lorde
Bjork
P!nk
Alicia Keys
International Male Solo Artist
Kendrick Lamar
Childish Gambino
Drake
Beck
DJ Khaled
International Group
Foo Fighters
Arcade Fire
LCD Soundsystem
HAIM
The Killers
Mastercard British Album of the Year
Stormzy - 'Gang Signs & Prayer'
Rag 'n' Bone Man - 'Human'
Dua Lipa - 'Dua Lipa'
J Hus - 'Common Sense'
Ed Sheeran - 'Ă·'
British Artist Video of the Year
Anne-Marie - 'Ciao Adios'
Calvin Harris featuring Pharrell Williams, Katy Perry, Big Sean - 'Feels'
Clean Bandit featuring Zara Larsson - 'Symphony'
Dua Lipa - 'New Rules'
Ed Sheeran - 'Shape Of You'
Harry Styles - 'Sign Of The Times'
Jonas Blue featuring William Singe - 'Mama'
Liam Payne featuring Quavo - 'Strip That Down'
Little Mix - 'Touch'
ZAYN and Taylor Swift - 'I Don't Wanna Live Forever
The winners of all of the above awards will be announced on the night.
Who won the 2018 BRITs Critics' Choice Award?
The BRIT Awards announced the winner for the highly acclaimed Critics’ Choice Award 2018 as Jorja Smith.
Speaking about the award, Jorja said, "I cannot believe it, it's been an unforgettable 2017 during which I've fulfilled so many of my dreams."
Jorja joins previous winners such as Adele and Sam Smith, so the winner of this year's award can expect big things in the coming years.
How do I vote at this year's BRIT Awards?
For this year's event, viewers can vote in two categories, British Artist Video and British Breakthrough. You can vote online on the official BRIT Awards website.
Fans have also been able to vote in the British Artist Video of the Year category.
Back in January, the top ten were identified by YouTube/Vevo views. A public social vote will narrow it down to five. The winner will be decided with a live social vote during the TV broadcast on 21st February 2018.
Voting for these categories close on Friday 16th February.
Take a look back at last year's BRIT Awards red carpet looks:
How can I watch the BRIT Awards?
You can watch this year's BRIT Awards live on ITV on Wednesday 21st February. The show starts at 8pm and ends at 10.20pm.
Who were the big winners at the 2017 BRIT Awards?
After a massive year, Rag'N'Bone man won two awards in 2017, with Little Mix also picking up their first ever BRIT Award in the British Single category for their track 'Shout Out To My Ex'.
Adele, Beyonce, One Direction, The 1975 and Drake were also winners on the night, with Robbie Williams picking up the Icon Award.
Who's the most successful BRIT Awards artist?
To date, Robbie Williams holds the record for having the most BRIT Awards. The 'Angels' singer has 13 as a solo artist and another five as part of Take That.
Robbie added to his impressive collection back in 2017. He was awarded with the Icon Award, celebrating his amazing career.
What is the most memorable BRIT Awards performance ever?
It all depends on your taste of music, but there has been some incredible and memorable performances at the BRIT Awards over the years.
From Michael Jackson's performance of 'Earth Song', to Rihanna and Drake's saucy dancing, the BRITs has seen it all!
Michael Jackson's performance was memorable for all the wrong reasons when Pulp's Jarvis Cocker invaded the stage and mooned at the audience. Of course it was all caught on camera.
See some of the most memorable performances from over the years.
The BRIT Awards 2018 take place on Wednesday 21st February at London's O2 Arena.