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It is with great pleasure that we announce that the hosts of Channel U’s inaugural “Best of British” urban music event will be Simon Webbe and Makosi Musambasi.

The countdown is on to the Channel U Best of British Awards 2005. Channel U viewers are now voting for their favourite artists and the top 15 will perform and receive a Best of British Award in recognition of their talents at London’s Shepherds Bush Empire on the 15th October.

Originally from Zimbabwe Makosi has become a household name thanks to Big Brother 6. The 24-year-old former nurse was a popular personality and although she did not win the cash prize she was one of the standout characters of the show.

Fresh from the massive success of his debut solo single ‘Lay Your Hands’, Simon Webbe finally will be releasing his highly anticipated debut solo album ‘Sanctuary’ on November 14th. At only 26 years old, Simon has already gained more experience in the music industry than many artists attain in a lifetime thanks to his time with the million selling group Blue.

Makosi and Simon are pleased to be a part of an event celebrating the raw cutting edge of the UK urban music scene.

Tickets to the Channel U Best of British are now on sale. Tickets can be booked at Ticket Web or by calling 08700 600 100.

Vauxhall sponsors the Channel U Best of British Awards in association with Choice FM and Virgin Mega Stores.

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