Congratulations to Lost Valentinos, whose album Cities of Gold was just named Record of the Year at this year’s Sydney Music, Arts & Culture Awards. Presented by FBi Radio and Timeout Magazine, the band were up against formidable releases from Sarah Blasko, Dappled Cities, Decoder Ring and Seekae.

Also picking up awards were event All Tomorrow’s Parties (Best Music Event), Seekae (Best Live Act), and Sherlock’s Daughter (Next Big Thing).