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.
Phil Collins
Annie Lennox
Dire Straits
Go West
Everybody Wants to Rule the World -…
No Jacket Required - Phil Colins
David Stewart
Everytime You Go Away - Paul Young
Elgar Violin Concerto – Nigel…
Bruce Springsteen
Huey Lewis and The News
Bob Geldof
Elton John & Wham!