As a result, many local soul/R&B hits of this period were cover versions recorded by Australian acts.
Creative Vibes is a record label that sources, signs and releases local Australian acts.
It becomes the first Australian act to debut at the number 1 position with both its debut single and debut album.
Kennedy later worked with a number of important Australian acts including Ayers Rock.
"Angels Brought Me Here" held the record for being the highest selling single ever released by an Australian act until 2011.
It focused on both international and local Australian acts.
He also promoted local talent by using Australian acts as supports on his concerts.
These segments featured hundreds of notable and lesser-known Australian acts of the period.
For example, in 2009 the Naval Store offered a selection of Australian acts that had begun life as university revues.
The line-up features a combination of Australian acts and internationally acclaimed artists.