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PAUL RODGERS Honored With Prestigious British Songwriting Award

May 20, 2011

Paul Rodgers was honored for outstanding contribution to British music at the most prestigious British music awards, Ivor Novello Awards, yesterday in London, England.

The award was presented by Chris Blackwell, founder of Island Records and the first label to sign Paul with his band FREE.

Other past recipients include, Paul McCartney, Erick Clapton, David Bowie and Elton John.

Given each year, The Ivors, presented by the British Academy of Composers & Songwriters in association with The Performing Rights Society (PRS),are given to celebrate British songwriting and acknowledge the music of the previous twelve months. It is the only British awards ceremony which specifically honors the songwriter.

Photo below courtesy of PaulRodgers.com

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