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Last night, we were treated to the ultimate celebration of Australian music as the ARIA Awards took over Sydney’s iconic Hordern Pavillion. Hosted by Tim Blackwell, the ceremony celebrated the achievements of our local artists over the past year.
With epic performances from Amy Shark, Angie McMahon, Ava Max, Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers, Cyril with Becca Hatch and Budjerah, The Kid Laroi, and Pixies, three performances proved to be standout moments in ARIA history. 3% teamed up with Jessica Mauboy and The Presets Julian Hamilton performing Won’t Stop and Our People. Acclaimed country music star Troy Cassar-Daley performed alongside international country superstar Kane Brown and homegrown legend Kasey Chambers. Of course, what better way to end the show than with a performance from ARIA Hall Of Fame inductee, Missy Higgins. The singer performed a medley of The Second Act, The Special Two and Scar, and was joined on stage by Shark, McMahon, Gretta Ray and G Flip.
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Having led the pack with eight nominations, Sydney duo Royel Otis took home the most awards, winning Best Group presented by Stan, Best Rock Album, Engineer - Best Engineered Release (Chris Collins), and Producer - Best Produced Release (Chris Collins). Troye Sivan followed closely behind, with his wins in the Album of the Year, Best Solo Artist and Best Pop Release categories. 3% Best Hip Hop/Rap Release and Best Cover Art (Daniel Boyd and Nomad Create), whilst Higgins picked up Best Australian Live Act Presented by Destination NSW. The coveted Michael Gudinski Breakthrough Artist was awarded to Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers, Angie MacMahon walked away with Best Independent Release presented by PPCA, and Cassar-Daley picked up Best Country Album. Nathaniel Miller of Bulman School, Arnhem Land, Northern Territory was awarded ARIA Music Teacher Award.
