Blur bassist Alex James is among 135 judges set to evaluate the entries for this year's Sony Radio Academy Awards.

The ceremony, which recognises achievement in the radio industry, takes place in London on May 10.

This year's judges, who will listen to over 1200 hours of radio, also include former London mayor Ken Livingstone and playwright Bonnie Greer.

The public vote is also now open for the Sony DAB Rising Star award, which recognises new talent.

The ceremony at Grosvenor House will be hosted for the second year by BBC Radio 2 DJ Chris Evans.

(by Jason Gregory)