Marie Ledin, managing director of the Polar Music Prize, added: “We are delighted to return in 2022, after a two year absence due to the pandemic, with two incredibly worthy laureates.

Hannigan, 54, said: “I am deeply moved and humbled to receive this year’s Polar Music Prize. “Thank you so much for including me among this incredible and inspiring group of laureates.” ...

The Polar Music Prize is awarded annually to individuals, groups and institutions in recognition of exceptional music achievements. It includes a cash award of 600,000 kronor ($57,700) each.

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Polar was founded by ABBA manager Stig Anderson in 1989 in partnership with the Royal Swedish Academy Of Music. Every year the Polar Music Prize is handed out to one contemporary musician and one ...

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