Iggy Pop, frontman of groundbreaking rock outfit the Stooges and long considered a forefather of punk, has been named a recipient of the 2022 Polar Music Prize.
“I was aware of the very fine range of people that have gotten the Polar Music Prize,” Pop said in a video statement. “It’s a nice step for me. I respect it and I’m honored by it. I’m looking forward to coming to Stockholm in May to receive the Polar Music Prize.”
The annual prize, which was first awarded in 1992, honors two Laureates each year — one representing popular music and one from the classical field. Both will receive prize money of one million Swedish Kroner ($110,602 U.S.). Past popular music Laureates include Paul McCartney, Bruce Springsteen, Pink Floyd, Chuck Berry, Ennio Morricone, Bjork, Led Zeppelin, Patti Smith, Stevie Wonder, Paul Simon, Joni Mitchell, Elton John, and Metallica.
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