ABOUT US

MOBO ORGANISATION

Since 1996, the MOBO organisation has discovered and supported talent in music, film and TV.  

MOBO operates 365 days a year to create events, content, partnerships and opportunities for

young people in the entertainment industries and beyond. The annual TV shows are a celebration

of the positive cultural, social and economic impact of this unique organisation.

 

MOBO AWARDS 

For close to 30 years, the MOBO Awards has remained a significant cultural event in the British music industry, celebrating excellence in Black music and culture. Its enduring legacy as the premiere outlet for recognising and honouring the artistic achievement of exceptional British and international talent in Hip-Hop, Grime, R&B and Soul, Reggae, Jazz, Electronic/Dance, Alternative, Gospel and African music has been unparalleled. Global superstars who have been part of the Awards include Janet Jackson, Diana Ross, Tina Turner, Sade, Lionel Richie, Beyoncé, Jay Z, Lauryn Hill, Amy Winehouse, Usher, Rihanna, Cardi B, Davido and H.E.R., just to name a few. The Awards has proudly been hosted all over the United Kingdom over the years including shows in London, Liverpool, Leeds, Glasgow, Coventry and Sheffield.

Beyond the Awards, MOBO supports undiscovered talent in music via MOBO UnSung, and across the wider creative and tech industries MOBO supports and connects career opportunities for Black talent via MOBOLISE, a platform to empower diversity, excellence and transformation in the workplace. 

MOBO Trust is the charity branch of the MOBO organisation and was established in 2016 to provide life-changing opportunities and support to exceptional talent in music and beyond from disadvantaged backgrounds.

 

TESTIMONIALS

Find out what MOBO winners and cultural figures have to say about MOBO

"The fact that [MOBO] is putting artist like myself live on television in front of a million plus audience, an audience that is a bit difficult to reach with just social media, or just YouTube, or just radio; that can only be a good thing."

Stormzy, 7 time MOBO Award winner

"The MOBOs play a crucial role in the British music industry, showcasing Music of Black Origin. It’s more important than ever that we celebrate black excellence and recognize the achievements of black communities."

Jeremy Corbyn, leader of the Labour Party

"As someone who once faced homelessness, I know how important it is to have access to something better. I’m blessed to have this chance to lay a paving stone in a place that I hold so dear and leave a legacy for future generations. Thank you MOBO for giving me that opportunity." 

Idris Elba, MOBO Paving The Away Award Recipient

"MOBO Awards Thanks for having me! I had so much fun. American award shows need to be this type of fun! It was too lit!!"

Cardi B, MOBO nominated artist & 2017 performer

WHERE TO GO NEXT

Social butterfly? Follow us on social media (@MOBOAwards & @moboofficial on TikTok), and don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel - our hub where we share the latest from our team on the ground, as well as special content from some of your favourite artists and entertainers. 

Hoping to explore a brand partnership with MOBO? We’re always happy to explore opportunities to work with new partners – if you’d like to be one of them, please contact [email protected]. 

Oh, and don’t forget to look around our FAQ page to find out all you need to know about how Europe’s biggest awards show celebrating Black music and culture struts its stuff - from past winners to a breakdown of the voting and screening process – it’s all there. 

MOBO wants to hear from you! – we’d love to hear your thoughts, so keep in touch and drop us a line with any questions, comments, opportunities or general feedback you may have to [email protected].