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Gotye Tops Aussie Singles Charts

It’s been sometime since the Aussies had any joy at the top of the ARIA singles charts. Since Guy Sebastian held the title in January, in fact. But Gotye has finally broken Adele’s incredible seven-week reign to clinch the top spot with his track “Somebody That I Used to Know.” The song, which features Kimbra on guest vocals, jumped up from number three to number one this week.

He’s keeping company with Jessica Mauboy, who continues her chart-charming ways with her latest single “Inescapable.” And she’s done it with a track that doesn’t feature anyone else’s vocals! Very impressive on the modern chart landscape! “Inescapable” is sitting pretty at number four, a big jump from last week’s number 10 spot.

Boy & Bear are the lone Aussies waving the flag on the top 10 album’s charts. While they couldn’t budge Adele, who’s held the number one position for a whopping 14 weeks, their newly-released debut Moonfire has made its presence felt at number two.

Click the link to see all of this week’s ARIA chart action.

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The Amity Affliction Make Impressive Chart Debut

Crowded House might have lost its number one possie to Eminem this week, but the ARIA charts weren’t all bad news for local acts. The Amity Affliction have made an impressive debut, with their sophomore album Youngbloods landing at number six.

It’s good news for the Queensland six-piece who are preparing to head out on a national tour to promote the release. If you’re hoping to see the lads, you’d better be quick. Shows in Adelaide and Melbourne have already sold out, and tickets for other shows are limited. With the band heading to the United Kingdom and the United States later this year, this might be the last time we see them for a while.

Catch them while you can at the following gigs.

2 July 2010 – Fowlers, Adelaide (Licensed All Ages) (SOLD OUT)
3 July 2010 – The Hi-Fi, Melbourne (Under 18s, Day Show)
3 July 2010 – The Hi-Fi, Melbourne (18+, Night Show) (SOLD OUT)
5 July 2010 – Karova Lounge, Ballarat (All Ages)
6 July 2010 – Kangaroo Flats Leisure Centre, Bendigo (All Ages)
8 July 2010 – Woden Basketball Stadium, Canberra (All Ages)
9 July 2010 – UNSW Roundhouse, Sydney (Licensed All Ages)
10 July 2010 – The Hi-Fi, Brisbane (18+)
11 July 2010 – The Hi-Fi, Brisbane (Under 18s)
17 July 2010 – Tank Arts Centre, Cairns (All Ages)
18 July 2010 – Townsville PCYC, Townsville (All Ages)
22 July 2010 – Oh Snap @ Black Betty’s, Perth (18+)
23 July 2010 – YMCA HQ, Perth (All Ages)
24 July 2010 – Prince of Wales, Bunbury (18+)
25 July 2010 – YMCA HQ, Perth (All Ages)

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Crowded House Score Number One Aussie Album

Crowded House have zoomed into the ARIA charts with their new album Intriguer debuting at number one. The band are the lone local act in the top 10, so I’m glad to see them out in front.

The Aussie musos are just as sparse in the singles charts, but local act Yolanda Be Cool & DCup are doing great things with their hit “We No Speak Americano” sitting at number four.

Click below to see what other acts are making waves on the ARIA charts.

BYRON BAY, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 04: Neil Finn of Crowded House performs on stage during Day 4 of Bluesfest 2010 at Tyagarah Tea Tree Farm on April 4, 2010 in Byron Bay, Australia. (Photo by Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images)


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ARIA Releases End-of-Year Aussie Charts

ARIA has published its end-of-year charts, giving us a good look at how our local artists fared in 2009. It’s no surprise to see some big names like Jessica Mauboy, Hilltop Hoods, and Empire of the Sun well represented, but thrilling to see some of my sentimental favourites – Lisa Mitchell, David Campbell, and Keith Urban – making their presence felt. Hats off to reigning Australian Idol Stan Walker too who managed a lot in just a couple of months. Without further ado, here’s how 2009 washed up for the locals!aria

TOP 20 AUSTRALIAN ARTIST ALBUMS 2009
20. Wes Carr – The Way The World Looks
19. David Campbell – Good Loving
18. Guy Sebastian – Like It Like That
17. OST – Packed To The Rafters
16. Stan Walker – Introducing …
15. Natalie Bassingthwaighte – 1000 Stars
14. Geoffrey Gurrumul Yunupingu – Gurrumul
13. Keith Urban – Defying Gravity
12. Lisa Mitchell – Wonder
11. The Presents – Apocalypso
10. Eskimo Joe – Inshalla
9. AC/DC – Black Ice
8. Sarah Blasko – As Day Follows Night
7. Jimmy Barnes – The Rhythm And The Blues
6. Powderfinger – Golden Rule
5. Kate Miller-Heidke – Curiouser
4. Mark Vincent – My Dream, Mio Visione
3. Empire Of The Sun – Walking On A Dream
2. Jessica Mauboy – Been Waiting
1. Hilltop Hoods – State Of The Art

TOP 20 AUSTRALIAN ARTIST SINGLES 2009
20. Guy Sebastian ftg. Jordin Sparks – “Art Of Love”
19. Jessica Mauboy – “Because”
18. Natalie Bassingthwaighte – “Alive”
17. Wes Carr – “You”
16. Eskimo Joe – “Foreign Land”
15. Cassie Davis – “Like It Loud”
14. Jet – “She’s A Genius”
13. Empire Of The Sun – “We Are The People”
12. Wes Carr – “Feels Like Whoa”
11. Jessica Mauboy – “Been Waiting”
10. Jessica Mauboy – “Up/Down”
9. Stan Walker – “Black Box”
8. Empire Of The Sun – “Walking On A Dream”
7. Natalie Bassingthwaighte – “Someday Soon”
6. Hilltop Hoods – “Chase That Feeling”
5. Jessica Mauboy – “Burn”
4. Evermore – “Hey Boys And Girls”
3. Vanessa Amorosi – “This Is Who I Am”
2. Kate Miller-Heidke – “The Last Day On Earth”
1. Guy Sebastian – “Like It Like That”

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