2023 Global Awards | |
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Date | 31 March 2023 |
Country | United Kingdom |
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Network | Capital FM Capital XTRA Heart FM Radio X Smooth Radio |
The 2023 Global Awards ceremony were held on 31 March 2023 live on-air through the Global radio stations Capital FM, Capital XTRA, Heart FM, Radio X and Smooth Radio. [1] [2]
The list of nominees was announced in March 2023 through the Global networks. [3] All nominees are listed below, and the winners are listed in bold. [4]
Best Song | Most Played Song |
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Best Social Trended Song | Rising Star Award |
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Mass Appeal Award | Best Group |
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Best Male | Best Female |
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Best Classical Artist | Best British Act |
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Best RnB or Hip Hop | Best Dance |
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Best Indie | Best Podcast |
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