Veteran rockers Iron Maiden picked the best UK act at the Metal Hammer Awards, following the success of their hit album Dance of Death.
Metallica were named best international act at the ceremony in east London.
The Darkness added to their Brits haul by taking the best video prize for Love is Only a Feeling.
Motley Crue guitarist Nikki Sixx was given the lifetime achievement honour, dubbed the Spirit of Hammer Award, for his contribution to rock.
Best Underground Act: In Flames
Best Video: The Darkness 'Love Is Only A Feeling'
Breakthrough Band: FFAF
Best International Act: Metallica
Best Live Act: Slayer
Best British band: Iron Maiden
Best Guitarist: Dimebag Darrell
Best Album: Killswitch Engage 'The End Of Heartache'
Golden God For Best Rock Star: Ville Valo (HIM)
The Spirit Of Hammer Award: Nicky Sixx
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