Nordoff and Robbins, the UK’s largest music therapy charity, has unveiled the final wave of honourees for the prestigious O2 Silver Clef Awards 2025. This year’s ceremony, a highlight in the music calendar, will be held on the evening of Wednesday, July 2, at the JW Marriott Grosvenor House in London.
Pop superstar Sophie Ellis-Bextor will receive the Best Female Award, recognizing her enduring 25-year career and recent viral resurgence with "Murder on the Dancefloor." Her upcoming 8th studio album, 'Perimenopop', further solidifies her status. Global chart-topper Mika is set to receive the Global Impact Award, celebrating his international success, multilingual contributions to pop, and advocacy for inclusivity. Rising art-rock quintet The Last Dinner Party will be honored with the Best New Music Award for their meteoric rise and fresh impact on the scene, including their No. 1 debut album 'Prelude to Ecstasy'. Finally, Norwegian art-pop sensation AURORA will be presented with the Contemporary Music Award, acknowledging her boundary-pushing artistry and fearless lyrics.
These celebrated artists join an already impressive roster of previously announced honourees, including David Gilmour, Rick Astley, Noah Kahan, The Corrs, IDLES, Soul II Soul, Chase & Status, and Tony Christie, all gathering to celebrate the transformative power of music.
Sandra Schembri, CEO of Nordoff and Robbins, highlighted the critical importance of the event: "The O2 Silver Clef Awards are a testament to the enduring power of music to inspire and heal... Their support, alongside that of the wider music community, is crucial to Nordoff and Robbins as we face rising demand for our music therapy services in a challenging landscape."
For nearly five decades, the O2 Silver Clef Awards have raised millions to support Nordoff and Robbins' vital work, providing music therapy to children and adults facing life-limiting illness, disability, and isolation. The evening will feature a drinks reception, a three-course dinner, and an exclusive awards ceremony, including a live auction of rare music memorabilia. The event continues its long-standing partnership with O2 as headline sponsor and will be hosted by Nordoff and Robbins Music Ambassadors Carrie and David Grant, and Edith Bowman.
