AMAZON MUSIC TO LIVESTREAM PERFORMANCES FROM LOLA YOUNG AND MYLES SMITH FROM THE IVORS

BEA AND HER BUSINESS AND DARREN KIELY TO PERFORM BACKSTAGE EXCLUSIVELY FOR AMAZON MUSIC

AMAZON ORIGINALS - MYLES SMITH COVERS "BEAUTIFUL DAY" BY U2 AVAILABLE HERE - WITH DARREN KIELY COVERING ANOTHER LEGENDARY SONGWRITER, AVAILABLE ON THURSDAY

TUNE INTO THE IVORS BACKSTAGE ON THURSDAY 22ND MAY FROM 16:00 BST - FIND OUT MORE HERE

Amazon Music has today announced the release of two brand new Amazon Original songs from Myles Smith and Darren Kiely. In tribute to U2, who will be honoured as Fellows of The Ivors Academy at The Ivors 2025, the organisation's highest accolade, nominee Myles Smith has covered their classic anthem "Beautiful Day", which can be streamed now on Amazon Music here. 

Then on Thursday 22nd May, fans can also stream a brand new recording from rising star Darren Kiely, who has paid homage in his Amazon Original to another legendary songwriter with a heartfelt cover of one of their timeless classics, to be announced on the day. The two songs will be available to stream on Thursday exclusively on Amazon Music. 

Amazon Music will be livestreaming backstage from The Ivors at Grosvenor House, London, in what is the 70th edition of the world's biggest and most prestigious celebration of songwriters and screen composers. The broadcast will include live performances by nominees Lola Young and Myles Smith from the awards stage, exclusive backstage performances from the Rising Star Award with Amazon Music nominee Bea and her Business as well as Darren Kiely, plus carpet interviews and backstage reactions from the winners. The livestream will be available to watch on the Amazon Music channel on Twitch from 16.00 BST on Thursday 22nd May - hosted by Zach Sang, alongside singer-songwriter and social media star, Talia Mar. 

Speaking on his Amazon Music Original song, Darren Kiely said: "It's an absolute honour to get to record an Amazon Music Original. This one feels really special and I can't wait for you to hear it."

Recognised as a pinnacle of creative musical achievement since they were first presented in 1956, winning an Ivor Novello holds a special place in music as they are judged by acclaimed songwriters and composers from The Ivors Academy, with winners joining a roll call of greats that includes Adele, Stormzy, Lana Del Rey, Annie Lennox, Amy Winehouse, Dave, Skepta, Bruce Springsteen, Paul McCartney and John Lennon.

The Ivors Academy has already revealed that the four original members of Bloc Party are set to receive an Ivor Novello Award in the Outstanding Song Collection category - celebrated with the release of an unheard demo of seminal track. Legendary rock group U2 will receive The Ivors Academy's highest honour, becoming the latest Fellows of the Academy. The iconic band will be inducted into Fellowship at The Ivors with Amazon Music on 22nd May, becoming the first Irish songwriters that the Academy has inducted into Fellowship in its 81-year history.

Tom Winkler, Head of Publisher, Songwriter, and Society Relations at Amazon Music said: "We're thrilled to offer two exclusive tracks from Myles Smith and Darren Kiely – remarkable renditions of two classics that fans will adore. This release marks a meaningful tribute to The Ivors, which stands as the highest honour in songwriting and composition. On Thursday, we present livestream performances by internationally acclaimed, chart-topping artists, along with exclusive red-carpet coverage and behind-the-scenes access. This promises to be a landmark celebration of music, songwriting, and creative excellence."

Roberto Neri, CEO of The Ivors Academy said, "The Ivors is the most prestigious celebration of songwriters and composers in the world, and with Amazon Music, we're bringing more people behind the scenes, showcasing exclusive performances and growing the celebration like never before. It's an exciting moment to honour extraordinary songwriting and composing talent and open up the magic of The Ivors and the importance of songwriters to music fans everywhere."

As well as recognising U2 and Bloc Party so far at The Ivors, Ivor Novello Awards will also be presented for Songwriter of the Year with Amazon Music, Visionary Award with Amazon Music, Special International Award and PRS for Music Icon Award. The Ivors will also recognise and celebrate outstanding songwriters and composers across eight nominated categories. The official playlist for The Ivors 2025 on Amazon Music showcases the songs and songwriters nominated for a 2025 award. Listen here.