Ian ‘Molly’ Meldrum will be inducted into the ARIA Hall Of Fame at the 2014 ARIA Awards. Molly will make history as the first non-recording artist inductee.
Forty years ago, Ian ‘Molly’ Meldrum and his signature hat came to the attention of households across Australia when he was offered the chance to host a new music show called Countdown. For thirteen years, the program showcased the finest, the newest, the up‐and‐coming local and overseas recording artists.
It became one of the most-loved and most-watched programs on Australian television, and turned Molly into one of the most iconic and trusted voices on music.
The one-time columnist for Junior — sister title to scenestr, said "To be recognised by my peers and to be the first person who isn't a musician inducted into the ARIA Hall Of Fame is such an honour. To think for over four decades I have had the luxury of working in an industry that I absolutely love and am so passionate about and then to be recognised for it makes me reflect on what an amazing life I live."
Elton
Elton John described Ian ‘Molly’ Meldrum as the “single most important influence in Australian pop music” and long time friend Kylie Minogue was thrilled upon hearing the news, sending Molly this message:
Kylie
"Molly, I wiped away your tears when you inducted me into the ARIA Hall Of Fame in 2011, and I wish you'd been there to wipe away my tears when I heard that you will be inducted into the ARIA Hall Of Fame this year! I can't think of another person who deserves this honour more than you. Was it really 40 years ago that Countdown launched?! It became such a tradition for families across Australia to huddle by the TV to watch you interview our idols and to see our favourite bands perform on the show. The Australian music industry is blessed to have had you in our lives for over four decades and I love that the rest of Australia can celebrate YOU on November 26 when you are inducted into the ARIA Hall Of Fame. Congratulations and lots of love, Kylie."
Do Yourself A Favour
You can "do yourself a favour” and relive the magic of Countdown (or check what the oldies are going about) and its host Ian ‘Molly’ Meldrum as they get inducted into the ARIA Hall Of Fame at the 2014 ARIA Awards. Fans can join the festivities on the David Jones Red Carpet from 2.00pm on Wednesday, November 26 at The Star, Sydney and watch the broadcast on TEN.
