It scares me sometimes to read what Uwe says on this subject. Mostly because I not only feel the same but if I were editing his rant it would take less time than it does to read it.
The Book, film, science, medical, Engineering, architechural, advertising, theatre, ballet industries all have awards so does less segmented things like Peace and helping the poor. I dont see why Classic rock shouldn't have the same opportunity. Self indulgent or not it always feels good to be told you are appreciated by your peers and/or supporters.