Brian Wilson caught a wave of emotion at this year's Ivor Novello Awards with a standing ovation after receiving one of the event's highest honours.

The Beach Boys' principal songwriter and producer dubbed the UK "his spiritual home" after winning the special international award.

"Each time I come here you make me feel so special," the songwriting legend told the Grosvenor House audience before delivering them a brief delivery of California Girls specially reworded for the occasion.

Wilson's recognition at ...