Music Legends Van Morrison and Chaka Khan Win at Jazz FM Awards 2026
The Jazz FM Awards 2026, held at London’s Koko venue and hosted by Doc Brown, celebrated distinguished figures in jazz, soul, and blues. Northern Irish icon Sir Van Morrison received the Lifetime Achievement Award from Jools Holland, honoring his six-decade career, while US funk legend Chaka Khan was presented with the Impact Award. A major highlight of the evening was Verve Records receiving the Gold Award to mark its 70th anniversary, accompanied by a video message from Jamie Cullum. British jazz band Ezra Collective won the Outstanding Contribution to UK Jazz Award, and veteran soul singer Mavis Staples took home Blues Act of the Year. Other notable winners included Samara Joy for International Jazz Act, Donovan Haffner for Breakthrough Act, and Fergus McCreadie for Album of the Year. The ceremony featured live performances by Sir Van Morrison, Omar, Emma-Jean Thackray, and Yazmin Lacey. Nick Pitts, content director of Jazz FM, praised the event for capturing the creativity and energy of the global jazz scene. Established in 2013, the awards continue to recognize both emerging talents and established legends across the genres.
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Music Legends Van Morrison and Chaka Khan Win at Jazz FM Awards 2026
The Jazz FM Awards 2026, held at London’s Koko venue and hosted by Doc Brown, celebrated distinguished figures in jazz, soul, and blues. Northern Irish icon Sir Van Morrison received the Lifetime Achievement Award from Jools Holland, honoring his six-decade career, while US funk legend Chaka Khan was presented with the Impact Award. A major highlight of the evening was Verve Records receiving the Gold Award to mark its 70th anniversary, accompanied by a video message from Jamie Cullum. British jazz band Ezra Collective won the Outstanding Contribution to UK Jazz Award, and veteran soul singer Mavis Staples took home Blues Act of the Year. Other notable winners included Samara Joy for International Jazz Act, Donovan Haffner for Breakthrough Act, and Fergus McCreadie for Album of the Year. The ceremony featured live performances by Sir Van Morrison, Omar, Emma-Jean Thackray, and Yazmin Lacey. Nick Pitts, content director of Jazz FM, praised the event for capturing the creativity and energy of the global jazz scene. Established in 2013, the awards continue to recognize both emerging talents and established legends across the genres.
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