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Brit Awards organisers have dismissed any suggestion that Eminem refused to perform at this year's ceremony unless he was guaranteed a victory in one of his categories.

It has been claimed that the rapper had made his appearance dependent on his winning either the 'Best International Solo Male Artist' or 'International Album' gong.

However, a spokesperson for the awards said: "The story currently stipulating that Eminem is refusing to play The Brits is complete fabrication.

"We would be honoured to have Eminem perform at The Brits but the timing of this year's show simply didn't work with his schedule."

They added: "There was never any conversation about a performance being dependant on him winning an award and to suggest otherwise is nonsense - it is simply not the way either Eminem or The Brits work."

This year's Brit Awards ceremony takes place at the O2 Arena on February 15.