More than 5,000 fans of 89.7 Bay gathered at the Bay Arena on Saturday night to enjoy the spectacular Bay Music Awards.

The awards, hosted this year by 89.7 Bay presenters Captain Drew and Nathan D, have become famous for promoting Malta’s top music talent and giving them the exposure they richly deserve.

The nominees for the Best Song, Best Solo Artist, Best Newcomer, Best Band and Best Dance Tune or Remix Awards were voted for by 89.7 Bay listeners by SMS.

The Bay Music Awards will be broadcast on TVM on Saturday 19 December at 9.30pm, with another chance to see the show on Christmas Day at 3pm.

CDs featuring the entire line-up of musical talent from the Bay Music Awards are currently on sale at a price of e15. Proceeds will go to the Bay Kids Foundation.

The Bay Music Awards were sponsored by Kinnie Zest, Cisk Export and Vodafone.

Best Newcomer – Red Electrick

Best Dance Tune or Remix – DJ Ruby and Ira Losco ‘What's the matter with your cabrio?’

Best Band – Airport Impressions

Best Solo Artist – Christabelle

Best Song – Christabelle – ‘Everytime I Bleed’

The Bay Bands Trophy – Beige – ‘Feels Good’