Missy Higgins rocks ARIA Hall of Fame induction ceremony with all-star medley

Missy Higgins’ induction into the ARIA Hall of Fame at the 2024 ARIA Awards is nothing less than a love letter to her iconic career and the profound impact she has had on Australian music.

The event, held on November 20 at the Hordern Pavilion on Sydney’s Gadigal grounds, celebrates Higgins’ two decades of chart-topping songs, emotionally charged storytelling and unwavering authenticity.

Higgins rounded out the night with a performance alongside fellow powerhouse performers Amy Shark, Angie McMahon, Gretta Ray and drummer G Flip Full stop, G Flip won Song of the Year for “The Worst Man Alive.” Together they performed a high-energy medley of Missy’s most popular songs.

“I really have to pick myself up,” Higgins said in her emotional ARIA Hall of Fame induction speech before the show. “To be able to accept this award tonight and stand in front of all of you, my music friends, my music industry What an incredible privilege, family. I’ve been touring with some of you for over 23 years and I’m so blessed to be able to share this journey with you.

Higgins not only reflected on his career, but also made a strong appeal to the Australian music industry to take action to support local artists.

“Young singer-songwriters who are just starting out are not going to be as lucky as I was,” she explains. “We must continue to demand local content. We cannot lose the Australian story. When we lose that, we lose ourselves.

Since his debut in 2004, white voiceHiggins has been a force in the Australian music scene. The album, which included memorable tracks like “Scar” and “The Special Two,” was certified 12 times platinum and spent seven weeks at No. 1 on the ARIA Album Chart. Her follow-up actions——on a clear night (2007) and Old Lazer Dazzles (2012)—also soared to No. 1.

Her latest album, act 2“”, released through EMI Australia in September, continued this momentum and became her fourth album to top the ARIA album chart.

in a candid interview The Rolling Stones Australia/New Zealand In September, while discussing her first full-length album in six years, Higgins explained, “I usually take a big break between albums and then when I come back, I just immerse myself in the process. I I was so obsessed with it that it became everything to me for a while. It was like a cycle of life, death, and rebirth. Around and around.

Missy also won the Australian Award for Best Live Performance for her work act 2 The tour has sold over 100,000 tickets. Looking back on the tour, she shared, “I was in tears when the tour started because I didn’t know how to sing these songs every night,” adding that it was “the best bloody therapy.”

When her induction into the ARIA Hall of Fame was announced in September, Higgins said, “I’m so honored and grateful. There are so many artists in the ARIA Hall of Fame that I love and admire, so it feels a little surreal to join them. This year has been very special.” Special now will make it even more memorable.

The 2024 ARIA Awards was filled with unforgettable performances. The Pixies stun audiences with an exclusive global television appearance of their classic song “Where Is My Mind.” The ’90s alternative rock icons also recently announced their own Australian tour, and they will return to Australia next year to support Pearl Jam on tour.

American country star Kane Brown joins Troy Cassar-Daley on stage for a heartfelt duet and Australian music legend Kasey Chambers Also sang unexpectedly.

Jessica Mauboy teams up with Best Hip Hop/Rap winner 3% and The Presets’ Julian Hamilton for stunning renditions of “Won’t Stop” and “Our People”, lit up the stage. Rising stars CYRIL, Becca Hatch and Budjerah delivered a genre-blurring performance that highlighted the future of Australian music, while Ava Max delivered a high-energy medley of her hits, including “Sweet but Psycho,” “Kings & Queens,” and “Kings & Queens.” .

Click here to watch Missy Higgins and friends perform at the 2024 ARIA Awards.