The Brit Awards are back for 2023, and with performances from Stormzy, Lizzo and Harry Styles, it is set to be a night to remember.
Here’s everything you need to know including the time, TV channel, performers and nominees. We also have all the information you need for watching the awards show from outside of the UK.
When are the Brit Awards 2023?
The Brit Awards will take place on Saturday 11 February at 8:30pm GMT at The O2 in London. If you’re based in the UK capital (or are prepared to travel down), then tickets for the event are on sale now.
Which channel is the Brit Awards 2023 on?
In the UK, the Brit Awards will be shown on ITV1, and coverage will last for just over two hours. You can also get backstage coverage from 7:30pm GMT on ITV2 with interviews with performers, nominees and guest presenters.
The red carpet coverage will also be livestreamed on YouTube, TikTok, Twitter and Facebook for anyone outside of the UK.
Unfortunately, it doesn’t appear that any international channels will be airing the main show. However, if you’re not in the UK and still want to tune in, there is a way.
How to watch the Brit Awards 2023 online
Select performances will be available to watch on YouTube after the show is over, but you’d like to watch the entire ceremony in its televised format, then you can do so via the ITV catchup service. If you’re in the UK, then watching ITV1 online via various devices is pretty easy. Just use ITVX.
Those outside the UK will need to use a VPN to access ITVX. VPNs route your internet to another server elsewhere on the web. This means that you can bypass geo-restrictions on some websites. In other words, you can sign up for ITVX from outside of the UK.
We have successfully managed to sign up for an account using NordVPN, which offers fast performance, a good range of servers and competitive pricing – especially if you lock in for the two-year plan. However, there is still the option to sign up for a monthly rolling membership.
Here are the exact steps you need to take:
- Time to complete: 5 minutes
- Tools required: VPN, ITVX website or app, smartphone or laptop/PC
Sign up for NordVPN
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If you’re on PC, head to the NordVPN website, log in to your account and then download the PC app under the section labelled ‘Downloads’.
If you’re on a smartphone or tablet, then just search for NordVPN in the app store.
Install the NordVPN app
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If you’re on PC, head to the NordVPN website, log in to your account and then download the PC app under the section labelled ‘Downloads’.
If you’re on a smartphone or tablet, then just search for NordVPN in the app store.
Connect to a UK server on your VPN
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Many VPNs have numerous servers to choose from, so if one doesn’t work you can try another.
Launch ITVX
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Go to the ITVX website or app on the same device – it should treat you as if you were in the UK.
If for some reason it doesn’t work, try switching to a different UK server on your VPN – streaming platforms like ITVX try to block known VPN IP addresses, so you might need to try a couple of different servers before you find one that works.
It’s also worth noting that if you have an ad blocker on, ITVX might block that – and since some VPNs have built-in ad-blocking, you might need to turn off that part of the software.
Sign up for ITVX
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If you haven’t done so already, make sure you sign up for an ITVX account to watch. You’ll need to put in a valid email address, date of birth and a UK postcode. Then you should be able to sign in as normal.
Head to the ‘live’ tab when The Brits are airing
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The Brits air on ITV1, so just click on ‘Watch Live’ on that section.
After the show has finished, The Brits should also still be available on catch-up.
Who is hosting the Brit Awards 2023?
Mo Gilligan is returning to host the ceremony after a successful run last year. He has also presented on The Masked Singer, The Big Breakfast and has his own Netflix comedy special.
Who are the Brit Awards 2023 performers?
As usual, there’s a wide range of performers taking to the stage, including a number of artists who are up for awards this year. These include:
- Lewis Capaldi
- Stormzy
- Lizzo
- Harry Styles
- David Guetta, Becky Hill and Ella Henderson
- Wet Leg
- Cat Burns
- Sam Smith and Kim Petras
Who are the Brit Awards 2023 nominees?
Below you can see all the nominees for the various Brit Award categories:
Song of the year
- Aitch & Ashanti – ‘Baby’
- Cat Burns – ‘Go’
- Dave – ‘Starlight’
- Ed Sheeran & Elton John – ‘Merry Christmas’
- Eliza Rose – ‘B.O.T.A. (Baddest Of Them All)
- George Ezra – ‘Green Green Grass’
- Harry Styles – ‘As It Was’
- Lewis Capaldi – ‘Forget Me’
- LF System – ‘Afraid To Feel
- Sam Smith & Kim Petras – ‘Unholy’
Album of the Year
- The 1975 – ‘Being Funny In A Foreign Language’
- Wet Leg – ‘Wet Leg’
- Harry Styles – ‘Harry’s House’
- Stormzy – ‘This Is What I Mean’
- Fred Again – ‘Actual Life 3’
Artist of the Year
- Central Cee
- Fred Again
- George Ezra
- Harry Styles
- Stormzy
Group of the year
- The 1975
- Arctic Monkeys
- Bad Boy Chiller Crew
- Nova Twins
- Wet Leg
Best new artist
Central Cee
Griff
Joy Crookes
Little Simz
Self Esteem
International Artist of the Year
- Beyoncé
- Burna Boy
- Kendrick Lamar
- Lizzo
- Taylor Swift
International Group of the Year
- Blackpink
- Drake & 21 Savage
- First Aid Kit
- Fontaines D.C.
- Gabriels
International Song of the Year
- Beyoncé – ‘Break My Soul’
- David Guetta & Bebe Rexha – ‘I’m Good (Blue)’
- Fireboy DML & Ed Sheeran – ‘Peru’
- Encanto Movie – ‘We Don’t Talk About Bruno’
- GAYLE – ‘abcdefu’
- Jack Harlow – ‘First Class’
- Lizzo – ‘About Damn Time’
- Lost Frequencies & Callum Scott – ‘Where Are You Now’
- One Republic – ‘I Ain’t Worried’
- Taylor Swift – ‘Anti-Hero’
New Artist
- Korey Radical
- Mimi Webb
- Rina Sawayama
- Sam Ryder
- Wet Leg
Best Dance
- Becky Hill
- Bonobo
- Calvin Harris
- Eliza Rose
- Fred Again
Best Rock/Alternative Act
- The 1975
- Arctic Monkeys
- Nova Twins
- Tom Grennan
- Wet Leg
Best Pop/R&B Act
- Cat Burns
- Charli XCX
- Dua Lipa
- Harry Styles
- Sam Smith
Best Hip-Hop/Grime/Rap
- Aitch
- Central Cee
- Dave
- Loyle Carter
- Stormzy
Author: Hannah Cowton, Senior Staff Writer
Hannah Cowton is a Senior Staff Writer at Tech Advisor and Macworld, working across entertainment, consumer technology and lifestyle. Her interests and specialities lie in streaming services, film and television reviews and rumours, gaming, wearables and smart home products. She's also the creator of The London Geek, a geek culture and lifestyle blog.