Mark Ronson to Receive Outstanding Contribution to Music Award at 2026 BRIT Awards
The 2026 BRIT Awards will honour Mark Ronson for his Outstanding Contribution to Music. This year's ceremony will be held at the Co-op Live arena in Manchester, a first in the event's history. Nominees include Lola Young, Sam Fender, Lily Allen, and Jim Legxacy, with performances by Harry Styles, Wolf Alice, and Olivia Dean. Mark Ronson, known for producing hits like 'Uptown Funk' and 'Back To Black', will receive the award and perform live at the event. He has also worked on award-winning soundtracks and has won multiple BRIT Awards, Grammys, and an Academy Award.
Past recipients of the Outstanding Contribution to Music award include David Bowie, Oasis, and Elton John. Mark Ronson expressed gratitude for the honour, acknowledging the influence of UK artists on his work. Stacey Tang, Chair of the BRIT Awards Committee, praised Ronson's impact on global music culture. Jack Whitehall will host the event, and the trophy design is inspired by Manchester. Jacob Alon won the Critics' Choice Award, and voting for Song of the Year is open to the public. ITV will broadcast the ceremony for the 34th year.
In addition to the BRIT Awards, Mark Ronson announced a memoir titled Night People, focusing on his experiences in '90s New York City. The book explores his DJing career and the vibrant music scene of the era. Ronson describes it as a tribute to a transformative period that shaped his career and identity.