I was dressed as a series of comic book characters while the ugly sisters sang Holding Out for a Hero

I was recently given an award at an event organised by the Americana Music Association UK, so that I could immediately turn and hand it to the person who won it. Of course, presenting an award is also an honour, and a pretty easy gig – you’re on stage for maybe three minutes in total.

I don’t get asked to do it very often. The last time was about eight years ago, and while I waited my turn in the audience a woman sitting behind me tapped me on the shoulder.

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