Published: Tue, April 1, 2014
Daily Express (UK)

Legendary singer/songwriter STEVIE NICKS will be feted with the Icon Award at the 2014 BMI Pop Awards ceremony.

The Fleetwood Mac star has been selected to receive the prestigious honour from Broadcast Music International (BMI) officials at their 62nd annual prizegiving in Hollywood on 13 May (14).

Barbara Cane, BMI Vice President, says, “Stevie Nicks is an extraordinary songwriter and pedigree artist of stunning genius and unwavering grace, on and off the stage. She has defined an era of pop and rock culture around the world with her brilliance and unforgettable magnificence.”

The title is awarded to musicians for their “unique and indelible influence on generations of music makers” and previous honourees include Paul Simon, Carole King, Willie Nelson and the Bee Gees.