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- ↑ W. Andrew Powell, "Hedley tops 2008 MMVA nominations". TheGATE.ca , May 22, 2008.
- ↑ Leah Collins, "Nickelback and Danny Fernandes Lead 2009 MuchMusic Video Awards Nominations". Vancouver Sun , May 26, 2009.
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