The Aussey Brits, the Australian Record Industry Association Awards, were held yesterday at the Sydney SuperDome. Kylie stole the show with best pop release and best-selling single for ‘Can't Get You out of My Head’, highest-selling album for ‘Fever," and an outstanding achievement award.
Elsewhere Silverchair, who gave their first public performance in six months at the awards, were given awards for the best rock album (for ‘Diorama’), best rock group award, and artist of the year (voted for by viewers of music channel Channel V's).
Despite an Aussey backlash after their success in the UK and US, the Vines won best new artist single for ‘Get Free’. Alex Lloyd, who had a little success in the UK a few years back, took the award for best male performer.
Host Rove McManus, making reference to the terrorist attack in Bali, said the event was "not just a celebration of Australian music but a celebration of the Australian spirit”.