BBC Radio 6 has revealed its Music Artists Of The Year for 2023.
The new list “celebrates the musical success stories of 2023 and tips the stars for 2024 and beyond”, according to a press release, containing “both musical legends and break-through artists from across the musical genres, all of whom have been championed by 6 Music throughout the year”.
Leading the line-up is Blur, appearing alongside Boygenius, Christine And The Queens and Gabriels on the non-hierarchical list.
Host Lauren Laverne says: “The line-up for the inaugural 6 Music Artists Of The Year is just bursting with music talent, innovation and inspiration. Huge congratulations to the acts who have all had an incredible 2023.
“I’m looking forward to following all your sonic journeys in 2024 and beyond!”
Camilla Pia, Assistant Commissioner, BBC Radio 6 Music, adds: “Artists are at the heart of what we do at 6 Music – from those just starting out in their career to the icons who we’ve known and loved for many years. So, we’ve created Artists Of The Year to celebrate that – and to shine a light on those who have had great successes over the past 12 months and reflect on the moments that we’ve shared with this incredibly broad and exciting range of acts.
“Congratulations to everyone on the list, we’re so proud and honoured to have played a part in your stories.”
The 6 Music Artists Of The Year, in alphabetical order, are:
Blur
Boygenius
Christine And The Queens
Gabriels
Loraine James
The Last Dinner Party
Nia Archives
Say She She
Antony Szmierek
Young Fathers
