'You don't make art in a fascist state': CMAT, Loyle Carner and more at the Brits – video

“Everything is politics. But now, more than ever, art is politics because you don't get to make art in a fascist state,” said Irish singer-songwriter CMAT when the Guardian spoke to her on the Brits 2026 red carpet. The question of whether artists have a responsibility to speak out on politics is one that has gained more prominence over the past few years with artist Myles Smith adding: "Art is routed in politics ... it's such an important tool and vehicle." ‘The kinetic energy is palpable...

By Lauren Hurrell, Robyn Vinter and Stephanie Windeler