Brits 2010: Girl power as Lily Allen, Pixie Lott, Florence and the Machine and Lady Gaga go head to head
1/19/2010 11:33:00 AM
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They are so often dominated by macho rock ’n’ roll stars. But the Brit Awards this year promise to be a much more girlie affair.
In the nominations, announced on Monday, Lily Allen, Pixie Lott, Florence and the Machine and America’s Lady Gaga are leading the way with three nods each.
Miss Allen is nominated for Best British Female Solo Artist, Best British Single for The Fear and Best British Album for It’s Not Me, It’s You.
The 24-year-old has already announced her plans to retreat from the industry and set up home in the Cotswolds with building manager Sam Cooper.
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In the nominations, announced on Monday, Lily Allen, Pixie Lott, Florence and the Machine and America’s Lady Gaga are leading the way with three nods each.
Miss Allen is nominated for Best British Female Solo Artist, Best British Single for The Fear and Best British Album for It’s Not Me, It’s You.
The 24-year-old has already announced her plans to retreat from the industry and set up home in the Cotswolds with building manager Sam Cooper.
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