February 14, 2007 21:13

Arctic Monkeys wins BRIT for British Group

Band send in 'wizard' acceptance video

Photo Gallery: Arctic Monkeys

Arctic Monkeys have won the BRIT for British Group at the Earl's Court ceremony tonight (February 14).

The award was presented by 'Buffy The Vampire Slayer' actor Anthony Head, though the band did not collect it in person and instead sent in a video with them all dressed as different characters from The Wizard Of Oz'.

"Thank you for this award," said Alex Turner dressed as The Scarecrow. "It's a great honour considering the compeition."

The full nominations were

Arctic Monkeys
Kasabian
Muse
Razorlight
Snow Patrol

To see the full winners of this year’s awards which saw Arctic Monkeys and The Killers lead the way just click on the links below:

British Live Act
British And International Breakthrough
British and International Male Solo
British and International Female Solo
British Group
International Album
International Group
British Single
British Album