David Gilmour, Rick Astley, Idles and Soul II Soul announced as first winners of O2 Silver Clef Awards 2025

The UK?s largest music therapy Charity Nordoff and Robbins have released the first wave winners of the O2 Silver Clef Awards 2025.

Celebrating their amazing contributions and honours to music are;

• David Gilmour ? O2 Silver Clef Award ? The legendary guitarist, vocalist and lyricist behind Pink Floyd will receive the O2 Silver Clef Award, which celebrates outstanding contributions to music. Previous winners of the prestigious award include David Bowie, Stormzy, Annie Lennox, Ed Sheeran, The Rolling Stones, Kylie Minogue and many more. Gilmour?s timeless influence on the global music scene and dedication to innovation make him a fitting addition to this esteemed list.

?It?s such an honour to receive the O2 Silver Clef Award. Music speaks its own language and it?s inspiring to see Nordoff and Robbins using it to make a real difference to people?s lives. What they do reminds us of music?s ability to reach across boundaries and bring people together.?