Double win for NZ country music star Tami Neilson Tami Neilson. Photo: Supplied. '); } else { // } Kiwi country music superstar Tami Neilson was presented with both the Recorded Music NZ Te Kaipuoro Tuawhenua Toa Tui | Best Country Music Artist and APRA Best Country Song at the 2021 Country Music Awards last night. A celebrated musician in both the local and international country music scene, Tami has been recognised for her sensational 2020 album ‘CHICKABOOM!’ with the Tui for Best Country Artist. She also received the award for APRA Best Country Song for her infectious single ‘Queenie, Queenie’. These two awards will be joining her previous accolades, which include an APRA Silver Scroll and multiple Tui from previous Music Awards including Best Country Album in 2009, 2010, 2012, and 2015.