NME Awards History

1965

10,000 fans filled Wembley's Empire Pool stadium in April for the 3 and a half hour show, what we called "the greatest pop show...

1964

Taking place at the Empire Pool, Wembley on May 3rd. We called it "the greatest array of pop talent in the world." And, really...

1963

Cliff Richard was bowled over. He said: "The atmosphere created by 10,000 audience inspires me to give my very best. It's wonderful to be...

1962

Held at London's Wembley Pool, Brenda Lee hosted (and picked up award for World's Outstanding Female Singer). She presented to the likes of Cliff...

1961

Held at Wembley's Empire Pool, the awards were presented by Connie Francis (who also took home the World Female Singer trophy). She handed out...

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...

1959

Held at the Royal Albert Hall, 7000 music fans turned up. It was hosted by Pete Murray and Lonnie Donegan was greeted by a...

1958

It took place at London's Royal Albert Hall and we summed it up by nicking a Johnny Mathis line, "wonderful, wonderful, wonderful." 7000 fans "raised...

1957

Early February saw 7000 fans pack out the Royal Albert Hall for the show. They were presented by actor John Gregson who did a "grand...

1956

Held on January 29th at the Royal Albert Hall, it included a personal message from Frank Sinatra, who won two awards that year. Coverage in...
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