Ninajirachi Leads 2025 ARIA Awards Nominations with Record Eight

The 2025 ARIA Awards, set for November 19th at Sydney's Hordern Pavilion, showcase a diverse and record-breaking lineup with 95 nominees across 29 categories, including a new Best Music Festival award recognizing Australian festivals. Electronic artist Ninajirachi leads with eight nominations for her debut album "I Love My Computer," followed by Dom Dolla with seven, and Amyl and the Sniffers with six. Independent acts dominate the nominations, making up nearly three-quarters of the total, highlighting the strength of the indie music scene in Australia. The awards also emphasize cultural diversity with 12.6% of nominees identifying as First Nations artists, continuing a strong Indigenous presence. Additionally, the ceremony introduces integration with Spotify for public voting, allowing fans to vote daily via the app from September 25th to November 10th. Beyond music categories, the ARIAs include awards recognizing Australian music used in advertising campaigns, underscoring the industry's broad cultural impact.