Me & the stars

The ARIA Hall of Fame event was held for the second time as a stand alone function on Wednesday, August 16 at Melbourne’s breath-taking Plaza Ballroom. It was a magical night; from the red carpet entrance, to the stunning table settings - complete with dimly lit candles placed in mystical, multi-coloured glass holders; the cocktail listing featuring such flavours as the “Daddy Rock” and the “Angry Rose”; the photographers, the artists, the industry greats...and then others, like myself.

There was magic in the air. Such local International stars as Toni Collette and Hugh Jackman added a glamorous, Hollywood-esk component to the local crowd. All where there to honour the industry greats, who were to be inducted into the 2006 ARIA Hall of Fame.

Daddy Cool – Inducted by Tim Finn
Helen Reddy – Inducted by Toni Collette
Lobby Loyde – Inducted by Billy Thorpe
Rose Tattoo – Inducted by Sarah McLeod
The Divinyls – Inducted by Hugh Jackman (who was introduced by Natalie Bassingthwaite)
Icehouse – Inducted by Tim Freedman

Jet’s performance of “We Can’t Be Beaten” in tribute to Rose Tattoo was easily the stand-out moment of the night. Even Angry Anderson approved, and he "doesn't usually like other people singing Rose Tattoo songs".

Although, another highlight was The Divinyls acceptance speech(s). They were also enjoyable...because they were sooo wrong!

Whilst not a huge Daddy Cool fan, to be sitting within meters of them performing “Eagle Rock” was pretty special. I was watching Australia's musical masters at their best...and whilst each generation has its own heroes, itis easy to acknowledge why these guys are considered legends to an older generation.

I was disappointed that Icehouse didn’t play “Electric Blue” or “Obsession”, but perhaps that is because I am a little younger than the rest of the crowd was??? I lovwed that they bought Ian Moss out to play with them. Mossey is a legend!!! :o)

A special mention needs to be made about Chrissie Amphlette’s legs…it is wrong for a woman of that age to have legs as good as she does! Lucky, lucky lady. I wouldn't dream of wearing a dress that short, but she pulled it off better than half of today's stars would have. RESPECT.

Rose Tattoo must have arrived just in time, after my fiance had just been watching them in Germany at the Wacken Festival only nights before. Talk about endurance!

It was an amazing night and I am thrilled to have been able to be a part of it.

Pop Princess xoxox