MOBO Awards move to Newcastle in 2025 for first time in show’s history – and tickets are on sale in just DAYS --[Reported by Umva mag]

THE MOBO Awards have announced a city shake-up as they move to Newcastle for the first time in the show’s history. The ceremony – which started almost 30 years ago – celebrates and elevates black music in the UK. GettyThe awards – which celebrate and elevate black music in the UK – are almost 30 years old[/caption] Little Simz pictured on stage at the 2024 ceremonyGetty And in a historic move, the MOBO awards will come from the Utilita Arena Newcastle next year. Bosses have yet to confirm the nominees as well as hosts but tickets go on sale very soon. Fans can register for a 24-hour pre-sale window on October 4th before general sale begins on Saturday. The event will take place on February 18th, 2025. Speaking about the awards, Kanya King CBE, Founder and CEO of MOBO Group, said: “Newcastle is a city steeped in history, culture, and a dynamic sense of community alongside an electric nightlife, making it the perfect host city. “We are honoured to bring the MOBO Awards to this iconic destination, eager to deliver a show that will resonate far beyond the North East. “Beyond the awards night, through the MOBO Fringe Festival, we will be engaging with the local community to create an inspiring and impactful programme that highlights the significant cultural influence of Black music. “Newcastle, get ready for a time to remember!” Over the years MOBO has helped nurture home grown talent such as Skepta, Dave and 2022’s Mercury Prize winner Little Simz. This year’s MOBO awards took place in Sheffield and was presented by Babatúndé Aléshé and Indiyah Polack.

Oct 3, 2024 - 17:22
MOBO Awards move to Newcastle in 2025 for first time in show’s history – and tickets are on sale in just DAYS --[Reported by Umva mag]

THE MOBO Awards have announced a city shake-up as they move to Newcastle for the first time in the show’s history.

The ceremony – which started almost 30 years ago – celebrates and elevates black music in the UK.

three women stand behind a podium that says mobo awards
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The awards – which celebrate and elevate black music in the UK – are almost 30 years old[/caption]
SHEFFIELD, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 07: Little Simz on stage after accepting the Best Hip Hop Act during the 2024 MOBO Awards ceremony at Utilita Arena Sheffield on February 07, 2024 in Sheffield, England. (Photo by Shirlaine Forrest/Getty Images For MOBO)
Little Simz pictured on stage at the 2024 ceremony
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And in a historic move, the MOBO awards will come from the Utilita Arena Newcastle next year.

Bosses have yet to confirm the nominees as well as hosts but tickets go on sale very soon.

Fans can register for a 24-hour pre-sale window on October 4th before general sale begins on Saturday.

The event will take place on February 18th, 2025.

Speaking about the awards, Kanya King CBE, Founder and CEO of MOBO Group, said: “Newcastle is a city steeped in history, culture, and a dynamic sense of community alongside an electric nightlife, making it the perfect host city.

“We are honoured to bring the MOBO Awards to this iconic destination, eager to deliver a show that will resonate far beyond the North East.

“Beyond the awards night, through the MOBO Fringe Festival, we will be engaging with the local community to create an inspiring and impactful programme that highlights the significant cultural influence of Black music.

“Newcastle, get ready for a time to remember!”

Over the years MOBO has helped nurture home grown talent such as Skepta, Dave and 2022’s Mercury Prize winner Little Simz.

This year’s MOBO awards took place in Sheffield and was presented by Babatúndé Aléshé and Indiyah Polack.






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