Other winners on the night included Whites Lies (best new act), Mr Hudson (breakthrough artist) and Lily Allen (best track for The Fear).

In addition, a number of older acts picked up awards, including Spandau Ballet (Q idol), The Specials (Q inspiration), Marianne Faithfull (Q icon) and Sonic Youth (innovation in sound).

Presenters on the night included Amy Winehouse - who took that stage with The Specials to mark their award - Corinne Bailey Rae and James Blunt, while Al ...