October 2009 and, by any measure, a remarkable year in Australian music is perfectly reflected in the nominations for this year’s ARIA Awards.
Dominating nominations for the 23rd annual ARIA Awards are a collective of young local acts who in this past year have made their mark on both the local and international music scenes.
20-year-old local chart-topper Jessica Mauboy tops off an incredible 12 months by leading the field with a total of seven nominations, including two offerings in the category of highest-selling single for her massive hits “Running Back” and “Burn”. [This October, Mauboy also takes out three of the major categories in the 15th annual indigenous Deadly Awards, presented at Sydney Opera House.]
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