Brit Awards 2009

[Chloe O'brien]

My picks

British Male Solo Artist
James Morrison

British Female Solo Artist
Duffy

British Group
Coldplay

British Single
Coldplay - 'Viva La Vida'

British Album
Coldplay - Viva La Vida

British Breakthrough Act
Scouting For Girls

British Live Act
Coldplay

International Male Solo Artist
Jay-Z

International Female Solo Artist
Beyoncé

International Group
The Killers

International Album
The Killers - Day & Age


British Producer of the Year
Brian Eno

[Perdita]

William Hill, Ladbrokes and Paddy Power have suspended betting on the Brit Awards because of fears that the winners list has been leaked.

The bookmakers made the decision after a number of bets of around £50 were placed at William Hill branches on Paul Weller to win the award for best British solo male artist.

A Brits spokesperson said: "Every precaution is taken to keep results under lock and key."

Weller's odds were consequently cut from 5/1 to 1/5 favourite, The Daily Telegraph reports.

Weller is up against James Morrison, The Streets, Will Young and former Stone Roses frontman Ian Brown.

Punters can still place bets on the best single category, which is voted for by the public.

Last month, Weller announced a number of summer concerts to take place in forests across the UK in support of his 22 Dreams LP.

[Chris_2k11]

MGMT must win an award

seriously Kids and Electric Feel dont deserve to go unnoticied

[Chris_2k11]

Coldplay would be "hurt" if they are defeated in their nominated categories at this year's Brit Awards, say reports.

According to The Sun, rumours have emerged which suggest that the band may leave this year's ceremony empty-handed.

A Brits source said: "Coldplay are buzzing about the awards. They love being a part of the biggest night in British music and have been looking forward to it.

"Leaving with nothing would really hurt the band. After the year they have had it would be a real slap in the face to see someone else walk off with the awards."

Earlier this month, Coldplay picked up three Grammy Awards, while their fourth album Viva La Vida or Death And All His Friends was recently revealed as the best selling LP in the world during 2008.

[Chris_2k11]

Lady GaGa's performance at this year's Brit Awards will be the sexiest performance ever seen at the ceremony, it has been claimed.

The singer will duet with the Pet Shop Boys, who are due to pick up the Outstanding Contribution award at the event.

According to The Sun, the organisers want a performer who will "really shock".

An insider said: "It is going to be the raunchiest show the Brits has ever seen. GaGa is the girl. She will be perfect. Don't expect many clothes."

The theme for this year's ceremony will reportedly be based on Glastonbury, with the stage at Earls Court being shaped like the festival's Pyramid Stage and filled with farm-related props.

Last week, Gabriella Cilmi said that Lady GaGa "needs to put some clothes on", adding that the 'Just Dance' singer will "catch something" if she continues to walk around in her underwear.

[Chris_2k11]

Duffy two awards

[Abbie]

Duffy two awards

I know I soo happy

[Chris_2k11]

argh i wanted MGMT to win this one Kings Of Leon deserve it too though

[Abbie]

Ive been pretty happy with whos won so far

Can I just say I loved the big pink feathers in girls alouds performance

[Chris_2k11]

So glad shes performing Warwick Avenue instead of Mercy