There were plenty of reasons for music execs across the UK to finish 2014 with a smile, as British artists and companies alike racked up success stories both at home and abroad.    

As ever, it will be our pleasure to honour the best individuals and teams across the British music biz from the past 12 months, as the Music Week Awards returns on April 9, bigger and better than ever.

After the likes of Virgin EMI, Bella Union, Sony/ATV, ...