Category: Gold Badge
Marcel was my boss at Decca Records during the 1970s, and without doubt the best boss I ever had. He was the international manager overseeing all Decca’s overseas releases, but also had his own little empire within our small offices, as a part-time songwriter who provided lyrics or translations for innumerable artists, of which the […]
Jane Manning was a soprano who put her artistry at the service of the living composer: she was a key figure in new music in Britain for nearly sixty years. Her wonderful voice and superb musicianship – perfect pitch and accurate rhythm – made her the most sought-after singer for all of us in contemporary […]
Gerry Marsden MBE was a member of The Ivors Academy for many years, who in 1991 was presented with a Gold Badge Award to recognise his extraordinary contribution to British songwriting. In a personal tribute, Gerry and the Pacemakers writer and friend Mitch Murray CBE shares memories of working with the songwriter: I’ll always have […]
On 12th September 1974 the Academy held its first presentation of Gold Badge Awards at the Connaught Rooms in London. A Gold Badge acknowledges a champion of music creators; exceptional individuals who support and encourage the work of songwriters and composers. It was in this inaugural year that the Academy, then known as the Songwriters […]
Bill had been a member of the Academy since 1964. Here his friend and fellow award winning songwriter Mitch Murray CBE pays tribute. Bill Martin MBE 1938-2020 It’s 1964, and I am drinking in a bar across the road from Denmark Street, basking in the glory of my second Number One in a row; ‘I […]
Our annual lunch returned to the iconic Savoy hotel in London this month to honour and give thanks to ten individuals who have worked tirelessly to support the professional lives of songwriters and composers in the UK. This year we were delighted to welcome a brand new host to the show, legendary broadcaster Edith Bowman. […]
We are delighted to announce the recipients collecting a Gold Badge, which takes place at The Savoy in London on 11 October. The 2019 ceremony will be hosted by broadcaster Edith Bowman. The event, now in its 46th year, is presented by the songwriting and composing community and celebrates exceptional talent in the UK music […]
Created in 1974, The Ivors Academy Gold Badge acknowledges exceptional talent in the UK music industry; individuals who support creativity in all its musical forms and as general champions of music. For over 45 years we have recognised and celebrated the many inspiring people who have supported our membership through the presentation of The Ivors […]
NOMINATION DEADLINE EXTENSION – FRIDAY 24TH MAY The Ivors Academy Gold Badge, which celebrates outstanding individuals who have supported songwriters and composers in the UK, will take place on Friday 11th October from 11:30. Presented since 1974, The Ivors Academy Gold Badge honours exceptional people from right across the music industry. Each year we invite […]
BASCA presented the 45th Gold Badge Awards on 18th September 2018 at The Savoy, Strand, London. Sponsored by PPL and PRS for Music, the following individuals were awarded a Gold Badge of Merit: Annette Barrett, highly respected music publisher and Managing Director of Reservoir/Reverb Music. Martyn Brabbins, acclaimed conductor and Music Director of the English […]
BASCA presented the 44th Gold Badge Awards on 2nd October 2017 at The Savoy, Strand, London. Sponsored by PPL and PRS for Music, the following individuals were awarded a Gold Badge of Merit: Gary Crosby Susanna Eastburn Michael Gibbs Tim Ingham Sarah Liversedge Paulette Long Steve Parr Maggie Rodford – this award is presented in […]
BASCA presented the 43rd Gold Badge Awards on 2nd October 2016 at The Savoy, Strand, London. Sponsored by PRS for Music the awards included music from the Brian Dee Trio. The following individuals were awarded a Gold Badge of Merit: Neil Brand Liane Carroll Ray Davies – this award is presented in association with PPL Paddy […]
BASCA presented the 42nd Gold Badge Awards on 12th October 2015 at The Savoy, Strand, London. Sponsored by PRS for Music the awards included music from the Brian Dee Trio. The following individuals were awarded a Gold Badge of Merit: Michael Eaton – this award is presented in association with PRS for Music Peter Gabriel […]
BASCA presented the 41st Gold Badge Awards on 9th September 2014 at The Savoy, Strand, London. Sponsored by PRS for Music the awards included music from the Brian Dee Trio. The following individuals were awarded a Gold Badge of Merit: Peter Cornish Anne Dudley Gary Farrow Mo Foster Bob Geldof Nicky Graham Derek Griffiths John […]
BASCA presented the 40th Gold Badge Awards on 16th September 2013 at The Savoy, Strand, London. Sponsored by PRS for Music the awards included music from the Brian Dee Trio. The following individuals were awarded a Gold Badge of Merit: Guy Barker (award sponsored by the MU) Roger Dean Don Letts Jane Manning Stephen Navin […]
BASCA presented the 39th Gold Badge Awards on 17th September 2012 at The Savoy, Strand, London. Sponsored by PRS for Music the awards included music from the Brian Dee Trio. The following individuals were awarded a Gold Badge of Merit: Paul Carrack Mark Cooper Jude Kelly Sir George Martin Nick Mason (award sponsored by PPL) […]
BASCA presented the 38th Gold Badge Awards on 12th September 2011 at The Savoy, Strand, London. Sponsored by PRS for Music the awards included music from the Brian Dee Trio. The following individuals were awarded a Gold Badge of Merit: Joan Armatrading (award sponsored by the Musicians’ Union) Tony Burrows Christina Coker Ray Davies Christopher Gunning […]
BASCA presented the 37th Gold Badge Awards on 20th September 2010 at The Savoy, Strand, London. Sponsored by PRS for Music the awards included music from the Brian Dee Trio. The following individuals were awarded a Gold Badge of Merit: Howard Blake – award sponsored by PPL Tom Bradley Geoff Foster Lesley Garrett John Paul […]
BASCA presented the 36th Gold Badge Awards on 21st September 2009 at The Park Lane Hotel, London. Sponsored by PRS for Music the awards included music from the Brian Dee Trio. The following individuals were awarded a Gold Badge of Merit: Gary Brooker (Award sponsored by PPL) Bill Martin and Phil Coulter (joint award) Vic […]
BASCA presented the 35th Gold Badge Awards on 29th October 2008 at The Park Lane Hotel, London. Sponsored by PRS for Music the awards included music from the Brian Dee Trio. The following individuals were awarded a Gold Badge of Merit: Phil Mananzera Richard Taylor Alan Hawkshaw Tony Hatch Robin Millar Spencer Leigh David Howells […]
