Jan Myrdal's small prize – the Robespierre Prize for 2026 goes to Molly Nilsson with the following justification:
“In an era of commercial conformity, Molly Nilsson has carved out an internationally acclaimed musical artistry characterized by consistent independence, intellectual integrity and moral courage, where personal experience is combined with sharp social criticism and an unwavering belief in the freedom of art, thereby demonstrating that artistic autonomy is not only possible, but also an important democratic action. Through her uncompromising creation and her commitment to freedom, solidarity and critical thinking, Molly Nilsson embodies the ideals of independence and resistance to the conformism of power that Jan Myrdal’s small prize – the Robespierre Prize is intended to highlight.”
