Daniel Miller, Edwyn Collins to be recognised...
Daniel Miller, Edwyn Collins and more are to be recognised at this year's AIM Independent Music Awards.
Independent music has long been full of mavericks, of misfits, people who don't quite fit into the accepted notion of music as a career. Returning this year, the AIM Independent Music Awards are set to champion some of the vital figures in British music.
Taking place at The Brewery in Clerkenwell on October 29th, the ceremony will cover all areas of independent music. The winners will be announced on the night, although two special awards have already been unveiled.
Edwyn Collins is set to receive the Outstanding Contribution to Music Award, while Mute founder Daniel Miller will receive the prestigious Pioneer Award. Two inspiring forces in British music, both were clearly delighted at seeing their work recognised.
Edywn Collins commented: "How gracious of AIM to consider me, I'm most flattered. Thirty years of rock n' roll independence! It's where I started and I'm there yet. I think it's the future, young people."
For his part, Daniel Miller added: "I am very flattered and honoured to receive this award. It's particularly special to be acknowledged by fellow Independents."
AIM Independent Music Awards takes place at The Brewery in Clerkenwell on October 29th. Full list of awards:
Best Live Act - For the best live act signed to an independent label, voted for by readers of The Fly
• Independent Album of the Year - For the year's best independently released album
• Best 'Difficult' Second Album - The independent album that has built on the success and brilliance of a debut release
• Golden Welly Award for Best Independent Festival - Recognising the UK's best independent festival
• Independent Breakthrough of the Year - For an artist that made serious waves in 2012
• Genre Spotlight Award - Recognising a great release in a niche or specialist genre
• Special Catalogue Release of the Year - For a catalogue release that offers something special
• Best Small Label - They're not big (yet) but they are clever!
• Hardest Working Band or Artist - For a band or artist that demonstrates an admirable work ethic
• PPL Award for Most Played Independent Act - For the independent act most played in public and on radio
• Pioneer Award - Recognising a visionary independent label founder
• Outstanding Contribution to Music - For an artist who continues to influence and inspire with their work
• Independent Label of the Year - For a label that has had a truly brilliant year
• Independent Entrepreneur of the Year - For someone approaching the market in a smart and forward thinking way
• Indie Champion Award - For an individual who demonstrates unwavering support for the independent community
Independent music has long been full of mavericks, of misfits, people who don't quite fit into the accepted notion of music as a career. Returning this year, the AIM Independent Music Awards are set to champion some of the vital figures in British music.
Taking place at The Brewery in Clerkenwell on October 29th, the ceremony will cover all areas of independent music. The winners will be announced on the night, although two special awards have already been unveiled.
Edwyn Collins is set to receive the Outstanding Contribution to Music Award, while Mute founder Daniel Miller will receive the prestigious Pioneer Award. Two inspiring forces in British music, both were clearly delighted at seeing their work recognised.
Edywn Collins commented: "How gracious of AIM to consider me, I'm most flattered. Thirty years of rock n' roll independence! It's where I started and I'm there yet. I think it's the future, young people."
For his part, Daniel Miller added: "I am very flattered and honoured to receive this award. It's particularly special to be acknowledged by fellow Independents."
AIM Independent Music Awards takes place at The Brewery in Clerkenwell on October 29th. Full list of awards:
Best Live Act - For the best live act signed to an independent label, voted for by readers of The Fly
• Independent Album of the Year - For the year's best independently released album
• Best 'Difficult' Second Album - The independent album that has built on the success and brilliance of a debut release
• Golden Welly Award for Best Independent Festival - Recognising the UK's best independent festival
• Independent Breakthrough of the Year - For an artist that made serious waves in 2012
• Genre Spotlight Award - Recognising a great release in a niche or specialist genre
• Special Catalogue Release of the Year - For a catalogue release that offers something special
• Best Small Label - They're not big (yet) but they are clever!
• Hardest Working Band or Artist - For a band or artist that demonstrates an admirable work ethic
• PPL Award for Most Played Independent Act - For the independent act most played in public and on radio
• Pioneer Award - Recognising a visionary independent label founder
• Outstanding Contribution to Music - For an artist who continues to influence and inspire with their work
• Independent Label of the Year - For a label that has had a truly brilliant year
• Independent Entrepreneur of the Year - For someone approaching the market in a smart and forward thinking way
• Indie Champion Award - For an individual who demonstrates unwavering support for the independent community
