Virgin Media Music Awards 2009: The winners
We know this much is true – it was a closely fought category and veteran ska-punk legends The Specials almost nicked it. But a sold-out tour of British arenas, including three triumphant nights at the O2, meant that reformed 1980s new romantics Spandau Ballet were deservedly voted 2009’s best comeback.

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