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1960
Wembley's Empire Pool held the Poll Winners concert which was described as a "glittering, star-studded spectacle."
"Screams galore greeted the appearance of Cliff Richard," (of course). Meanwhile, Eddie Cochran "proved to be one of the most animated performers America has sent us for a long time," belting through 'C'Mon Everybody' whilst Gene Vincent's "presentation (was) unusual to say the least."
World Male Singer: Elvis Presley
World Female Singer: Connie Francis
World Vocal Group: Everly Brothers
World Musical Personality: Duane Eddy
British Vocal Group: King Brothers
British Large Band Or Orchestra: Ted Heath
British Female Singer: Shirley Bassey
British Male Singer: Cliff Richard
British Vocal Personality: Lonnie Donegan
British Small Group: Shadows
Best British Disc Of The Year: Shadows 'Apache'
New Disc or TV Singer: Emile Ford
Instrumental Personality: Russ Conway
Artist For Poll Concert: Adam Faith
Disc Jockey: David Jacobs
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