Master Peace wins Ivor Novello Rising Star Award
Last week, Master Peace was awarded the prestigious Ivor Novello Award for Rising Star.
Master Peace was shortlisted for the award alongside fellow rising stars; Blair Davie, Chrissi, Elmiene, and Nino SLG The accolade follows the release of his debut album, How To Make a Master Peace, earlier this year. He now joins artists such as Victoria Canal, Willow Kayne, and Naomi Kimpenu.
Celebrating the win, in a post on his socials, Master Peace shared his gratitude for his supporters: "I can’t put into words how emotional I am right now, you guys kept me going through the highs and lows, the good and bad, and everything in between, I put out my album in March and it’s been received so well, I never expected this when I wrote this record and I thank you guys for believing in me I couldn’t do it without you".
The official playlist for The Ivors 2024 on Amazon Music showcases songs by the winners and nominees of this year’s awards. Listen here.
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