Peter Gabriel awarded Polar Music Prize 2009

The Polar Music Prize is awarded to individuals and groups in recognition of exceptional achievements in music. It is presented by Sweden's King Carl Gustav in a special ceremony at Stockholm's Concert House.

There are usually two winners every year, one from the world of pop and rock, and the other involved in classical music. That was also the case this year, but the 2009 winners have also shown a strong social dimension.

Peter Gabriel founded the group Genesis back in the 70's before going on to a solo career.

But he's also been a tireless advocate of world music, founding the world music festival Womad and the label Real World, and touring for Amnesty International. Mary Robinson noted in the Polar Prize citation that Peter Gabriel's music has been a megaphone for global society, as well as its most unflinching critic.

Peter Gabriel shared the Polar Prize with Venezuelan conductor, composer, and economist José Antonio Abreu.

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[makissoflife]

Way to go Peter Gabriel!! You SO deserve this prize!! Well done!: )

[darkhenk]

Finally!!!!! No one is more deserving of this!!

[Polarmusicprize]

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[SparrowisSexy]

Aww you could tell Peter was holding back tears. I wanted to hear the end of that speech :(

[GSmusic1]

Could anyone upload the second part of his speech or is it somewhere?

[Cimbarius]

PETER GABRIEL RULES !

[osunvid]

Where's the rest?