Tony Bennett will receive a lifetime achievement accolade at this year's Silver Clef awards in recognition of his 60 years as a recording artist.

The 83-year-old crooner said it was "fantastic" to be recognised at the event, held in aid of music therapy charity Nordoff Robbins.

Rod Stewart and Sir Cliff Richard are among the previous recipients of the lifetime award, as are U2 and Oasis.

"I feel I've joined a very special club," Bennett said of his honour.

Sharon Osbourne will host this year's awards, to be held on 2 July at London's Hilton hotel.