Carl Cox, one of the most iconic and beloved figures in dance music has today been named in the King’s Birthday Honours List, receiving an OBE in recognition of his services to music.

The award is a landmark moment not only for Carl himself, but for the global dance music community he has championed throughout his career, a community that has long regarded him as one of its greatest ambassadors.

“I’m absolutely thrilled and deeply honoured to be awarded an OBE in the King’s Birthday Honours List. Music has been my life for as long as I can remember and I’ve been fortunate to do what I love and to connect with so many amazing people through the power of music. This recognition is not mine alone – it belongs to everyone who has been part of the journey. To the fans who have supported me throughout the years, the artists who have inspired and collaborated with me, the promoters, crews, and teams working tirelessly behind the scenes, my family, friends, and the wider electronic music community: thank you! To receive this honour for doing something that has brought me so much joy is truly humbling. Oh yes, oh yes!” – Carl Cox