Performers Bílá, Gott, Kábat dominate Český slavík awards

Pop diva Lucie Bílá, singer Karel Gott and hard rock band Kábat finished first in their respective categories at the Český slavík awards (Golden Nightingale) on Saturday. Bíla racked up the most overall votes – more than 42,000 – winning for best female singer; Gott received more than 32,000 votes to pick up his 37th award for best male performer. He jokingly reminded the audience that when he was first entered in the competition when it began he received only three votes. Gabriela Gunčíková won the award for best newcomer. The Český slavík awards, originally known as Zlatý slavík, have been running since 1962. The winners are voted by members of the public.