Boisdale Xerjoff Music Awards 2025
A night where music met elegance and every frame told the story of icons.
On September 24th, 2025, the 13th Boisdale Xerjoff Music Awards lit up Canary Wharf, London, with an extraordinary celebration of jazz, blues, soul, R&B, reggae, pop, rock and DJ culture. Hosted by Jools Holland and Rebecca Ferguson, the evening brought together icons and legends in a dazzling atmosphere of music and style.
Winners
Emerging Artist of the Year – Teshay Makeda
Jazz/Blues Artist of the Year – Jack Broadbent
Reggae Artist of the Year – Janet Kay
Soul / R&B Artist of the Year – Junior Giscombe
Female Artist of the Year – Miraa May
Male Artist of the Year – Ollie Wride
Band of the Year – The Vintage Explosion
Boisdale Show Artist of the Year – Fil Straughan
DJ of the Year – DJ Spoony
Legacy Award for Musical Excellence – Guy Chambers
Outstanding Contribution to British Music – Nitin Sawhney
British Icon Award – Joss Stone
Lifetime Achievement Award – Boy Wonder
The night culminated in a powerful finale featuring Joss Stone, Rebecca Ferguson, Vanessa Haynes, Omar, Junior Giscombe, and Teshay Makeda, followed by a party with DJ Spoony and DJ Supa D. A heartfelt video message from Robbie Williams added a personal note, congratulating Guy Chambers on his award.
As the official photographer for Xerjoff, I had the privilege to capture the elegance, energy, and emotion of this unforgettable night, from the glamour of the stage performances to the intimate behind-the-scenes moments that define the true spirit of live music.
Client: Xerjoff
Location: Boisdale of Canary Wharf
Event: Boisdale Xerjoff Music Awards 2025
Equipment: 2x Nikon Z8 + AF-S NIKKOR 14-24mm f/2.8G ED + Nikon Z 24-70mm f/4 S + AF-S NIKKOR 70–200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR
