10cc’s Graham Gouldman was named BMI Icon at last night’s (October 19) 2015 BMI London Awards at the Dorchester Hotel.

The songwriter was honoured for his “unique and indelible influence on generations of music makers”, joining a list of past recipients that includes Sir Tim Rice, John Lydon, Queen, Ray Davies, Don Black and Bryan Ferry.

Gouldman performed Bust Stop and I’m Not In Love at the ceremony, the latter in a duet with Lisa Stansfield. Other guests in attendance ...