Urapopstar Awards 18

The 18th Urapopstar Awards took place on August 7 2010. The show, hosted by Calvin Andrews of TWISTED DISCO! and pop icon China, was broadcast by BBC in the United Kingdom and ABC in the United States.

Background
Pre-nominations were sent out to a panel of fifteen Urapopstar artists, both older and newer, on April 24 2010. The official nominations were revealed on May 15, with voting opening exactly five days later. The awards were expected to be held in June; however, numerous delays held them back. It was finally announced on July 21 that the event would be hosted by Calvin Andrews and China DeRosa, coinciding with the premiere of the ceremony's logo.

The awards were particularly notable for their timing in the music industry. Several high-profile artists who performed at the event, such as Alesha, Elice Claire, and Lindsay Belle, were retiring. There was also a special award for Artist of the Decade, commemorating the end of the 2000s and Urapopstar's impending tenth anniversary. Another new category, Best Overall Artist, was introduced.

Presenters
The main show was hosted by Calvin Andrews and China, while the pre-show was presented by Tamika.

Winners and nominations

 * Winners are denoted in bold print.