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Tame Impala joked Rihanna was "rude" for not speaking to them at the BRIT Awards on Wednesday night (24.02.16).
The 'Work' hitmaker - who performed with Drake at the ceremony at The O2 in London - covered the group's song 'New Person, Same Old Mistakes' on her latest LP 'Anti', but according to the Australian group she didn't come over to chat with them backstage. Speaking after collecting the award for International Group, frontman Kevin Parker told BANG Showbiz: "She hasn't said hello - she was quite rude in that regard. Obviously I'm joking!"
The 'Let It Happen' hitmakers were overwhelmed with their prize and admitting the BRITs were the "most extravagant" awards bash they've ever been to.
Discussing their first BRIT win, Kevin said: "I was just happy for all the people at our table - the record label and stuff, they're the ones who put all the effort into up getting to the next level. These kind of things [the award] are a physical symbol of that kind of stuff. The UK was the first place we came overseas. It's always been pretty special. It's been pretty intense - definitely the most extravagant awards show we've ever been to."
The rock group - which also features Dominic Simper, Jay Watson, Cam Avery and Julien Barbagallo - previously insisted they loved Rihanna's interpretation of their song, titled 'Same Ol' Mistakes' on her album.
Speaking on the group's behalf, a representative said: "Kevin was more than happy to send it her way. We're all really happy with how the song turned out, love it!"

Craig David wants to write a garage song for Cheryl Fernandez-Versini.
The 'When The Bassline Drops' hitmaker is keen to pen a track for the 'Crazy Stupid Love' singer because he know they'd "smash it out of the park".
He said: "As a song writer, I'd love to write a song for Cheryl - if she's ready?
"I know as an artist she can sing anything, so if I could write a garage song with her, I know we'd smash it out of the park."
The 34-year-old singer, who made his comeback this year, insists he is "just trying to enjoy" things this time around.
He told the Daily Mirror Online: "I'm just trying to enjoy my performances right now. I mean, when I walked down the red carpet this evening, there were 15 and 15-year-olds screaming my name like it was 1999 again! It's so overwhelming.
"My manager and I have agreed that this time around, we are going to enjoy every single part of this. We are not going to take it so seriously. We won't worry about getting to number one or if we've been played on the radio. No, this time, I just want to enjoy myself and see people come to my shows."

Adele is nervous about her upcoming tour.
While the 'Hello' hitmaker is happy with how rehearsals have been progressing, she admitted there will be "a few bumps along the way".
Speaking at the Brit Awards in London on Wednesday (24.02.16), where she picked up four awards, Adele told BANG Showbiz: "I am looking forward to it but I'm nervous. I'm starting to think I'm crazy.
"The shows we were in production for before I went to Los Angeles for the Grammys were great. It's really exciting. It's really fun and very different from anything I've done. We are in such a big room and I wanted to make it intimate.
"I'm excited I just want to be healthy and be good for everyone. There will be a few bumps along the way because I sing live."
Meanwhile, Adele also admitted she felt "worn out emotionally" after winning four Brit Awards.
The 27-year-old singer won awards for British Female Solo Artist, British Single for 'Hello' and Mastercard British Album Of The Year for '25' and also took home the BRITs Global Success Award, which was presented by astronaut Tim Peake live from the International Space Station.
She also closed the show with an incredible performance of 'When We Were Young' but admitted that she was in a state of shock.
She said: "I feel a bit worn out emotionally. It feels absolutely incredible. I was hoping to win one but to get that many was amazing. I'm very lucky.
"I've watched it since I was last here and had a bit of a yearning just to be here and not nominated. I missed the bustle of it all."

Ronan Keating is to perform a private gig for one lucky fan.
The 'Life Is A Rollercoaster' hitmaker has teamed up with Amazon to give someone the chance to have the Boyzone singer perform to them in an intimate gig for themselves plus a guest.
The show will take place in London in April with the gig filmed as part of Amazon's Front Row series.
Fans over the age of 18 can enter by liking Amazon Music UK's Facebook page and commenting on the announcement explaining why they would like to win the prize.
The 38-year-old pop star has just released his new solo album, 'Time of My Life' which is available on CD and digital download on Amazon.co.uk.
And Ronan admitted the record is a collection of love songs inspired by his relationship with his model wife Storm Uechtritz, who he wed in August.
Speaking exclusively to BANG Showbiz, he shared: "Storm's inspired me for the last 12 months to make this record, I've dug deep about my feelings and all the songs come from the heart. It's very autobiographical, I'm in a great place and that's come out of me in the lyrics. I'm proud of the songs, I think they're my best work and I'm excited for people to hear them live, I was excited for Storm to hear them.
"There's a song called 'Breathe' - which is going to be the second single - I'm really enjoying singing it at home just with my guitar as I get ready for the live performances and that track has a great euphoric chorus. I'm sure people are going to love it."
For those not lucky enough to win the competition, Ronan will be performing his solo album on his upcoming 'Time Of My Life' UK tour, which kicks off in Plymouth in September.
Ronan's 10th studio album, 'Time of my Life',
The competition is open to UK residents aged 18 and over
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Mystery Jets will headline Goose Island's 312 Day festival on March 12.
The British indie rockers will bring their energetic live set to the free music event at Hoxton Docks and give their fans the chance to hear tracks from their latest LP 'Curve of the Earth'.
Talking about their sixth studio record, bassist Jack Flanagan said: "It ended up taking three years to make. Like anything, we are all naturally looking forward to what comes next. It's only the very beginning really and taking the fruits of our labour on the road is something really quite exciting."
Meanwhile, rising star Alex Vargas will also be performing and there will be a DJ set from Radio X's Dan O'Connell.
The event aims to bring the spirit of Chicago to east London, with attendees able to sample the new alcoholic beverages.
Beer lovers will get a chance to try some of Goose Island's best beverages, including award-winning Goose IPA, Honkers Ale, 312 Urban Wheat Ale, plus Green Line Pale Ale, which has never been sold in the UK before.
Legendary street food truck Anna Mae's Mac N' Cheese will be providing gig-goers with mac n' cheese, pairing each mac n' cheese with one of Goose Island's great beers.
To be in with a chance to win tickets to 312 Day, beer fans can register at www.Tickets.lnk.to/312Day

Eagles of Death Metal have dedicated their BRIT Award nomination to their supporters after the Paris shootings last November.
The rock band are up for International Group at tonight's (24.02.16) BRIT Awards at London's The O2 and are touched by the nod, which was a nice surprise for the 'I Want You So Hard' rockers after a traumatic few months, after they were caught up in the terrorist attacks in Paris, France, where their concert at Le Bataclan theatre was stormed by gunmen.
Of their first BRIT nomination, frontman Jesse Hughes said: "It's still overwhelming to think that EODM has been nominated for a BRIT Award. We would like to dedicate this recognition to everyone who has shown us love and support since November, and before then.
"The reception we've received since coming back to Europe has truly been humbling and has helped us get back to doing what we do - playing kick-ass butt-shaking rock n roll music.
"Tonight we're looking forward to celebrating that great music, having fun and hanging with our friends."
The American group - also including guitarist Josh Homme - will go head-to-head with Alabama Shakes, Major Lazer, Tame Impala and U2 for the International Group prize at the ceremony, which is sponsored by MasterCard and will be broadcast live on ITV from 8pm tonight (24.02.16).

Red Hot Chili Peppers' Flea thinks the late David Bowie's "art was so pure" because he kept his personal life private.
The 'Under The Bridge' bassist is a massive fan of the late music legend - who died in January at the age of 69 after a secret battle with cancer - and as soon as he heard of the 'Changes' hitmaker's passing he got a tattoo of his surname inked on his arm.
Now he's spoke about the "personal" connection he felt with the late star.
He said: "About a month before Bowie died, I bought his vinyl box set and was working through it. Then, the night before he died, I was listening to 'Blackstar' on headphones. He was very much on my mind when I woke up the next morning.
"Like many people, I connected with him in such a personal way. He never wrote about his personal life, which made his art so pure, but you felt like you knew him almost better than anyone else."
Meanwhile, Flea has given an update on his band's eagerly-anticipated as-yet-untitled eleventh studio LP, and says it's taking them into a "new area".
Flea, 53, told Q magazine: "We're near the end of it. Danger Mouse is producing this time, instead of Rick Rubin. We're heading into a new era and we're really excited.
"It's new and different but without sacrificing the good bits of us. There are some songs we already had, and some new ones too. I can't wait to play it live."

James Bay will duet with Justin Bieber at tonight's (24.02.16) BRIT Awards.
The 'Let It Go' singer is reportedly planning to team up with the 'Sorry' hitmaker for a special performance at London's O2, which will be in addition to the solo slots both stars have also been given at the annual ceremony, The Sun newspaper reports.
James and Justin reportedly became friends at a private hotel afterparty after the MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs) in October when they were introduced by mutual friends, and the 25-year-old singer previously described the Canadian star as a "charming little lad".
He previously said: "It was the MTV EMAs in Milan. Ed was having a party in a massive hotel room.
"I don't know if Mr. Bieber knew who I was, but Ed introduced me anyway saying I'd got the biggest album in the UK at the moment. Justin was cool - a nice, charming little lad."
Singer/songwriter James is in contention for three prizes at tonight's BRITs - which are sponsored by MasterCard - including British Male Solo Artist, British Single for 'Hold Back The River' and the MasterCard British Album of the Year for his debut LP 'Chaos and the Calm'.
Meanwhile, Justin is contesting for International Solo Artist.

David Bowie's touring band are to pay tribute to the late music icon at tonight's (24.02.16) BRIT Awards.
The 'Space Oddity' hitmaker - who died in January at the age of 69 after a secret battle with cancer - will be remembered at the music bash at London's The O2 with his former band joined by several top-secret guest performers.
BRITs boss Max Lousada said: "We wish to honour his life and work and pay a fitting tribute to one of our greatest icons."
A source previously revealed that the guest musicians are likely to be artists such as Noel Gallagher, Blur's Damon Albarn and U2's Bono, rather than younger artists who weren't alive in the music legend's heyday.
A music insider said: "A few artists approached the Brits to ask if they could be involved in the David Bowie tribute as they want to make sure it is done properly.
"He was a British icon and they want to provide a credible farewell which can honour that.
"The band will be full of musicians who grew up with Bowie and were inspired by him, meaning artists like Noel, Damon and Bono.
"It is unlikely to involve young acts such as Sam Smith or Ed Sheeran, but there will be a few artists who are already singing on the night who will be asked if they want to take part too.
"The organisers are putting everything into it. If they get it right, it will be epic."
The BRIT Awards 2016 - which are sponsored by MasterCard - will be broadcast live on ITV at 8pm.