BBC Radio 6 Music have announced their prestigious Artists of the Year list for 2024 – including CMAT, KNEECAP and Fontaines D.C..

The list of ten acts also includes Charli xcx, English Teacher, Fat Dog, Jamie xx, Kim Gordon, Little Simz, and Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds.

6 Music's Artists of the Year are announced each November – featuring artists who "have been championed by the station and have made a cultural impact."

"A 6 Music Artist of the Year? I’m CMAT and I approve this message!" the Irish star commented, in response to the news. "Having John Grant join me on stage for ‘Where Are Your Kids Tonight’ at the 6 Music festival in Manchester this year was – and I am not exaggerating – one of the highlights of my life..."

Fontaines D.C. have also said they're "delighted" with the announcement, thanking the station for "all the support over the years".

KNEECAP are also "buzzing" to be included on the list.

"It’s especially important to us given our use of Irish language, and for it to be now fired out by the BBC thanks to you lot!" the trio remarked. "We hope this inspires other artists using indigenous languages worldwide to be confident in their own identity.”

According to 6 Music's music editor, Cam Pia, the Artists of the Year list "is an opportunity to celebrate those acts who have culturally dominated 2024."

"Once again, the list features artists from across the musical spectrum and shows the exciting range and breadth of music we play," Cam added. "Some are at the beginning of their careers and some have been icons for decades. We’re really proud to be a part of their journeys and I’m looking forward to revisiting some of the moments we’ve created with them for listeners in 2024. Congratulations to all the artists on this year’s list.”

 

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