Band supporting Harry Styles nominated for major awards
Band supporting Harry Styles nominated for major awards
Pierra Willix Thu, July 16, 2026 at 9:54 AM UTC
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New York electronic duo Fcukers have received three nominations for the Independent Music Awards, just a day before they are set to support Harry Styles on his tour.
The group, comprising Shanny Wise and Jackson Walker Lewis, launched their debut album O in March this year.
Their nominations include nods for best independent album, best independent track for their song L.U.C.K.Y., and independent breakthrough artist.
Fcukers have previously opened for Tame Impala and will now join Styles for his four "Together, Together" shows in Sao Paulo, Brazil, which commence on Friday evening.
Among other notable nominees, American rock band Geese are also recognised in the best independent album category for their fourth release, Getting Killed.
This follows their win for international group of the year at the 2026 Brit Awards. Robyn, who recently supported Styles during his Amsterdam residency, is also among the nominees.
Her first album in eight years, Sexistential, has been nominated in the best independent album and best independent track categories.
The group are also leading nominations for the IMAs – earning nominations for best independent album, best independent track for L.U.C.K.Y. and independent breakthrough (PA)
Arca has also been recognised in best independent remix for her take on Sexistential’s title track.
Several other artists have received two nominations – neo-soul singer Jalen Ngonda, rapper/producer Jim Legxacy, R&B star Jorja Smith, alternative rock duo Nova Twins, electronic dance pop artist Romy, and alternative R&B artist Tiana Major9.
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Other nominees in this year’s awards include Fat Dog, Mitski, Bicep and Thundercat.
The Independent Music Awards said they celebrate “the artists, labels and releases shaping the future of independent music, the awards recognise the creativity, innovation and entrepreneurial spirit that continue to define the UK’s world-leading independent music sector”.
“This year’s nominees span globally renowned artists and the next generation of breakthrough talent, reinforcing the Independent Music Awards’ reputation as the industry’s definitive tastemaker awards.”
American rock band Geese have also been recognised in the best independent album category for their fourth album Getting Killed, which comes after they won international group of the year at the 2026 Brit Awards (Getty)
AIM chief executive officer Gee Davy said: “We’re thrilled to share the first nominees list for the 2026 Independent Music Awards, showcasing just some of the broad spectrum of success and authenticity flowing from the UK’s independent music community.
“The array of artists and genres on display here demonstrates once again that the independent music sector is the most exciting, authentic and groundbreaking place in the industry.”
Following the 15th anniversary edition of the awards last year, Davy said it had a “fresh new look and feel, reflecting the consistent evolution of the independent music sector”.
“We look forward to sharing more new features at the ceremony at London’s Roundhouse as we celebrate the success that comes from the collective strength of our mighty community,” he said.
In 2026 the best independent record store category, nominated by the public, will also return.
The winners of the 2026 Independent Music Awards will be announced at The Roundhouse in London on 22 September.
Source: “AOL Entertainment”
