Polar Music Prize Pauses for 2026 as Christofer Lundström Wins Bode Prize

The Polar Music Prize will be paused in 2026 as the board develops a new strategy following the resignation of CEO Marie Ledin.This hiatus follows reports of financial difficulties and the withdrawal of major gala funding from the broadcaster TV4.Simultaneously, the satirical Johnny Bode Prize was awarded to influencer Christofer Lundström, who is currently serving a prison sentence for economic crimes.