They never fail to whip their fans into a frenzy when performing their energetic live shows. And while One Direction may be on hiatus, they are still set to scoop the best live act prize at the 201602 Silver Clef Awards. It's the second time the quartet have won the gong, which is voted for by fans, and this year they have beat the likes of Adele, Ed Sheeran and Florence and the Machine to name but a few. On their win, One Direction said: 'Thank you to all our fans for voting. Our live show is so important and it is amazing for this to be recognised by winning the Ticketmaster best live act award for the second time.' The band - whose most recent album, Made in the A.M., was released in November - played their final gigs on The X Factor in mid-December, and Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve 2016. Speaking about the upcoming awards ceremony, David Munns, chairman of the Nordoff Robbins Fundraising Committee, The Nordoff Robbins O2 Silver Clef Awards recognise outstanding talent across the industry, and are an opportunity for us to give something back to the music industry who support us so generously throughout the year.' Lionel Richie is expected to be the centre of attention at the ceremony in London, where he will be presented with the O2 Silver Clef Award. All the winners have been announced in advance and include singer Hozier, who will win the international award, and Patti Smith, who will be given the outstanding achievement award. Massive Attack will be crowned best band, singer Jess Glynne will be named best newcomer, while Olly Murs will be named live best male and Florence Welch will be best female. Craig David will take home the innovation award and Jeff Lynne will be given the icon award. Andre Rieu will win the classical award.
Source: Mail Online
