Stars of the music world walked the red carpet as they geared up for this year's Brit Awards.

Adele, Coldplay, Rihanna and Justin Bieber will take to the stage later for the biggest night in Britain's music calendar.

Jess Glynne will also be performing at London's O2 when the ceremony starts at 8pm.

Adele is leading the way in the nominations with four for Best Album, Best Single, Best Video and Best Female Solo Artist.

Jess Glynne is hot on her heels with three nominations for Best Single, Best Female Solo Artist and she Best Breakthrough Act.

Flying the flag for the boys is James Bay, also with three nominations for Best Single, Best Album and Best Male Solo Artist.

The winner of this year's Critics' Choice Award has already been announced as Jack Garratt.

Metal band Eagles of Death Metal, who were playing at the Bataclan during the Paris terror attacks, are also up for an award.

They are nominated in the Best International Group category alongside Alabama Shakes, Major Lazer, Tame Impala and U2.

Little Mix are leading the way for the groups with two nominations for Best Single and Best Video.

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