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Brit Awards: Artists Call for Political Engagement and Hope
3/1/2026
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- The Brit Awards in Manchester featured artists addressing politics, including Reform UK.
- CMAT said art is inherently political and linked fascism's rise globally to the current climate.
- Self Esteem urged people to engage politically and support the Green Party, expressing fear for the country's direction.
- Loyle Carner highlighted the importance of hope amidst negativity.
- Jack Whitehall, the host, referenced Labour Party tensions at the Brit Awards.
