
Recently Barlow arranged a massive concert outside Buckingham Palace for the Queen's Diamond Jubilee, and just after weeks it happen and went on to be given an OBE in the Birthday Honours.
The X Factor judge also co-wrote and co-ordinated the recording of a chart-topping Jubilee song, called Sing.
David Munns, chairman of the award committee, said of Barlow: "He is one of the UK's most accomplished artists - a unique musician, songwriter and producer who embodies both success and distinction, and who serves as a dedicated ambassador for many charities.
"I can't think of another artist who works with both Simon Cowell and Her Majesty The Queen."
Last year's event featured a video message from the Prince Of Wales who praised Holland's work.