CMAT triumphs at Ivor Novello Awards as Elton John makes history

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22 May 2026 • 5:14 PM MYT
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CMAT triumphs at Ivor Novello Awards as Elton John makes history

  • Irish singer-songwriter CMAT won Best Album for Euro-Country at the 2026 Ivor Novello Awards, expressing surprise and delight at receiving an award in England.
  • Sam Fender was named Songwriter of the Year, while Rosalia received the International Songwriter of the Year gong.
  • Sir Elton John was presented with an Ivors Academy Honour and announced as the academy’s first-ever president.
  • Radiohead frontman Thom Yorke and the late Wham! singer George Michael were both given Fellowships of The Ivors Academy.
  • Other notable winners included Scottish singer-songwriter Jacob Alon, who secured two awards, Kae Tempest, Lola Young, Lily Allen, Calvin Harris, Kano, and Linda Perry.

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