The British Record Industry (BPI) Awards appeared with the first in a series of industry-only events at London’s Grovesnor Hotel and the “new romantics”; made their presence felt with Human League, Adam Ant and Soft Cell all picking up prizes.
Cliff Richard repeated his 1977 win as Best British Male and John Lennon was honoured with the Outstanding Contribution award two years after his death. Hosted by David Jacobs, the show included Queen, Madness and Elvis Costello among the also-rans.
Cliff Richard
Randy Crawford
The Police
Human League
Tainted Love
Kings Of The WIld Frontier - Adam &…
Mahler No.10 - Simon Rattle
Martin Rushent
John Lennon