After three years of no-show on the musical front, Zayn Malik returned with ‘Room Under the Stairs’ this year. Although Malik declared this album would mark a personal evolution, with country elements substituting pop, after the record’s release, it did not take long for fans to understand Malik had found a new artistic self in pursuit of a fresh direction. His self-discovery already earned the fan applause but now it is getting a red-carpet welcome at the award season.

The ‘Entertainer’ singer was recently nominated for an iconic category at the Rolling Stone UK Awards, serving a golden stamp of approval for his shining era peeking through.

The second Annual Rolling Stone UK Awards is set to take place at the Roundhouse, London on November 28. But before the big day takes the limelight, Daily Mail recently shared the nomination chart for the upcoming ceremony. Zayn Malik has reportedly been nominated for the Artist Award at this prestigious event. However, Malik will face competition from a number of artists, including Charli XCX, FKA Twiga, Nia Archives, CMAT, Nubya Garcia, Rachel Chinouirir, and Yannis & The Law.

For those not in the know, the Artist Award at the Rolling Stone UK Awards, supported by Remy Martin, aims to honor an outstanding artist whose impact has been significant over the year. The award also highlights an amalgamation of musical and artistic growth, making the recognition more special for Malik, having already announced his latest album as a departure and discovery of its own. Last year, the award went to Jessie Ware, but the new title holder remains to be seen.

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While the competition is formidable, Malik’s chances of winning the award are not out of possibility, reviewing the year he has had.

Fans may remember Zayn Malik’s return to the music scene with his back-to-back intervention at The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon followed by one of the year’s most talked-about musical announcements. Before all this, though, Malik released a reflective video detailing the inspiration behind ‘Room Under the Stairs,’ describing the album as deeply personal and a step towards bridging the distance between him and his fans. Malik even emphasized the album shares his side of the story, capturing a journey of self-growth.

Given that the Rolling Stone UK Artist Award celebrates as much creativity as an artist’s innovative impact and evolution, Malik’s new stylistic direction should make him a strong contender for this honor. His record’s originality and the buzz surrounding his upcoming tour underscore his unique connection with the audience, giving him just the qualities required to bring the trophy home.

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