The BRITs 1986

The appearance of Conservative Government Minister Norman (now Lord) Tebbitt, to present the Outstanding Contribution prize jointly to Elton John and Wham! brought the first hint of official recognition for the British music industry.

Following performances a year earlier by US star Tina Turner alongside a selection of Britain’s finest; Nick Kershaw, Howard Jones, Bronski Beat and Alison Moyet; Phil Collins, Tears For Fears and Kate Bush entertained guests this year while a young Bruce Springsteen turned up to collect his award as Best International Artist.

Eurythmics, Paul Young, Annie Lennox, BRITS 1986

 

Roger Daltrey, George Martin, BRITS 1986

 

Hank Marvin, Joan Armatrading, BRITS 1986

 

Huey Lewis and the News, Huey Lewis, BRITS 1986

 

Bruce Springsteen, Midge Ure, BRITS 1986

 

Cliff Richard, Paul Young, BRITS 1986

 

Alison Moyet, Maurice Oberstein, BRITS 1986

 

Phil Collins, BRITS 1986

 

Roger Daltrey, Norman Tebbitt, BRITS 1986

 

UNKNOWN BRITS 1986

 
Phil Collins

1986 - Best British Album - Phil Collins

 
Best British Album

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Best British Female

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Best British Group

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Best British Male

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Best British Newcomer

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Best British Producer

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Best British Single

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Best British Video

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Best Classical Recording

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Best International Group

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Best International Solo Artist

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Outstanding Contribution

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Special Award

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