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- Early Years
1968
Elvis, The Beatles and Lulu dominated. Meanwhile the Fab Four sent in an annotated note that said: "We are very grateful (indeed) and you may never know how much and such like you know (how it is)." Elvis, on the set of something called 'Chautauqua' wrote us a personal message:
"I am truly impressed to receive the news that I am named among the winners of the NME Poll. I value your vote of loyalty always, Elvis."
Meanwhile Dusty Springfield thanked us for "giving me a very happy five years!"
Presenter: Roger Moore

World Male Singer: Elvis Presley
World Female Singer: Lulu
World Vocal Group: Beatles
World Musical Personality: Elvis Presley
British Vocal Group: Beatles
British Female Singer: Lulu
Top Disc Jockey: Jimmy Savile
Best TV/ Radio Show: 'Top Of The Pops'
Best New Group: Love Affair
British Vocal Personality: Cliff Ricahrd
British R & B Group: Rolling Stones
Best British Disc This Year: Beatles - 'Hey Jude'
British Male Singer: Tom Jones
New Disc Singer: Mary Hopkins
British Instrumental Unit: Shadows
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