Music writers Cameron Adams and Kathy McCabe predict the 2015 ARIA Awards
THERE is little doubt Courtney Barnett will need a bigger trophy shelf after the ARIA Awards. But who else will win a dangerously pointy trophy?
The 2015 ARIA Awards honour roll is dominated by breakthrough independent artists who have not only dominated the charts and airwaves here but in Europe and America.
Courtney Barnett and Vance Joy have been strong performers on the world stage while electronic acts including Hermitude and Flight Facilities have helped introduce a different sound to the globe.
Well-established acts including Tame Impala and Sia also figure prominently in the 2015 nominations confirming the consistent quality of their releases.
Here’s the form guide for the night’s big prizes.
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