The second ever Liverpool Music Awards returns to the city on Sunday 25th August and will become part of the new Liverpool International Music Festival.

Last November’s red-carpet event, hosted by Liverpool born Radio 2 D.J. Janice Long included performances from Lawson and M.O.B.O. Unsung award winner Esco Williams, whilst Rebecca Ferguson picked up the award for best female and was presented by Widnes born singer Melanie C.