Monkeys set off stink-bombs at NME Awards

Arctic Monkeys caused chaos at the NME Awards by letting off stink-bombs backstage.

The Sheffield lads played the prank after picking up three prizes at the ceremony on Thursday night, including the award for Best British Band. They left later after violating the smoking ban by lighting up at the bar.

An onlooker told The Sun: "The lads were clearly in high spirits after their triumph and thought it would be hilarious to let off stink bombs.

"The stench was incredible, but they thought it was hysterical. They stayed for an hour or so, but left swiftly after lighting up in the area."