It is scheduled to take place on 18 February 2025, at the Utilita Arena in Newcastle, England.

It will honour achievements in music of black origin.

[1][2] Set to live stream on YouTube, it is sponsored by Newcastle City Council, BBC, got2b, Marshall, LNER and Loco Music Company.

[3] Hosts for the ceremony are Eddie Kadi and Indiyah Polack.

[4] The nominations were annunced on 4 December 2024, with Jorja Smith, Sampha, Bashy, Ghetts, Cleo Sol, Central Cee and Odeal leading with three nominations apiece.