Abbey Road Studios recognises music photography with inaugural awards

Revellers take part in a gig in this undated shortlisted photograph for the Abbey Road Music Photography Awards, taken by Chris Suspect. Photo: Reuters

London's Abbey Road Studios hosts its inaugural music photography awards this weekend, shining the spotlight on a category it says deserves recognition.

From live snaps to intimate portraits, the May 14 awards, described as the first to celebrate the art of music photography, will honour both emerging and established photographers.