MOBO Awards: Hosts & First Performers Unveiled for 26th Annual Show

The MOBO Awards are back and set to blaze at Sheffield’s Utilita Arena on February 7.

Serving as the 26th annual installment of the celebration of Music of Black Origin, the night will toast the releases and cultural anchors that have made the last year so memorable.

With the countdown officially on to the MOBOs, the lid has been lifted on the show’s host and first wave of performers.

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Moments ago, it was announced comedian Babatúndé Aléshé and ‘Love Island UK’ alum Indiyah Polack will host the 26th MOBO Awards.

In tandem with that reveal was the confirmation of Byron Messia, Soul II Soul, and DJ Spoony will be taking to the stage to perform. Additional names will be shared in the run up to the ceremon.

Speaking on hosting the MOBOs, Babatúndé said:

“This is just massive and I am so honoured. The MOBO Awards are something you grow up watching and now to be able to say I’m a part of it… it’s an amazing feeling. Indiyah and I are gonna bring some VIBES!”

Indiyah added:

“Having watched the MOBO Awards since I was young, then getting to present an award last year, to now hosting the show with Babatúndé… this is like the hugest job ever, and I’m excited! There are so many artists I listen to that have been nominated as well, so it’s going to be a real ‘pinch me’ moment on the night.”

MOBO Founder Kanya King CBE concluded:

“We are thrilled to announce Babatúndé Aléshé and Indiyah Polack as the charismatic hosts for the 26th MOBO Awards. They share such energy and chemistry, as I saw for myself when we met, and it will be a dynamic combination for the vibrant and spectacular awards show. I know they will pull out all the stops on the night! It has been hard not to let slip that DJ Spoony will lead a landmark performance celebrating 30 years of UK Garage, promising some special surprises. Byron Messia, dancehall’s golden boy will light up the stage, while Soul II Soul, our MOBO Lifetime Achievement Award recipients, will honour us with their timeless sound that has shaped British music. Some more great names in the pipeline……watch this space! It will be a historic night where music, culture, and outstanding talent converge at the MOBO Awards – a celebration not to be missed!”

Limited tickets and VIP packages are available now via mobo.com/tickets.

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[Photo Credit: Donnie Sunshine / MOBO Awards]