guitarguitar are proud to announce that we are sponsoring the 2025 Scottish Music Awards!
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Now in its fifth year at the Barrowland Ballroom, the GUITARGUITAR Scottish Music Awards continues to honour the depth and diversity of Scotland’s music scene, recognising both household names and breakthrough acts. At the heart of the evening is a commitment to supporting Nordoff and Robbins, whose music therapy work transforms the lives of people facing life-limiting illness, disability and social isolation across the UK.
The awards are now in their 16th year, and have raised over 1 million pounds for Nordoff and Robbins, training therapists across the country and promoting wellbeing and health.
Our Marketing Director Adam Speck said the following:
“As long-time supporters of Nordoff and Robbins, GUITARGUITAR are delighted to sponsor this year’s Scottish Music Awards. As an employee-owned business run by passionate musicians, we know first-hand the life-changing impact music can have. Supporting musicians, championing emerging talent, and celebrating the legends are at the heart of what we do and we can’t wait to honour that at this year’s event.”
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Fundraising is of course a massive part of the enterprise. Funds raised on the night via online donations, live auctions and ticket sales are a vital part of the charity’s ability to provide music therapists and sessions to those who need it most.
Donations can be made via this link: - https://www.nordoff-robbins.org.uk/donate/
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For the last five years, the event has been held at the famous Glasgow Barrowland Ballroom, and indeed this is the location for 2025’s event too. The winners have been announced, and here they are in alphabetical order:
- James Emmanuel – Spotlight Award sponsored by Barrowland Ballroom
- Nathan Evans and The Saint PHNX Band – Artist of the Year Award sponsored by ROX Diamonds and Thrills
- Hue and Cry – Outstanding Achievement Award sponsored by Raymond Weil
- Amy Macdonald – Best Album Award sponsored by Sir Reo Stakis Foundation
- Shay O’Dowd – Breakthrough Award sponsored by Go Radio
- Skipinnish – Sound of Scotland Award sponsored by Royal Highland Centre
Congratulations to all of the winners! We are proud to sponsor this important event, and can’t wait to see you at the Barras!
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