Posts by Mark Gibson
November 18
Australian musicians born on the 18th of November 1947 – Ross Wilson – Daddy Cool, Mondo Rock and many others. Born Ross Andrew Wilson in Melbourne, Victoria. Number 1 Singles in Australia on November 18 1970 – Lookin’ Out My Backdoor – Creedence Clearwater Revival 1971 – Banks Of The Ohio – Olivia Newton-John 1972…
Read MoreWe are getting a makeover
Forgive the strange look around here over the next few hours but I’m installing a brand new theme for the site and it still needs a little tweaking. Thanks for your patience. I hope you like the nice new look.
Read MoreAussie Rock Trivia Quiz 002
After the success of the last Trivia Quiz I couldn’t help but add another. Here it is folks, trivia quiz 2. Enjoy! By the way… don’t forget to leave your score in the comments section below. Like always, no prizes, just the ability to boast how clever you are. Aussie Rock Trivia Quiz 2 Update:…
Read MoreJimmy And The Boys
About Jimmy And The Boys Sydney-based band. 1976-1982 “Outrageous and often obscene shock/horror group led by Ignatious Jones, who pioneered the use of theatrical trappings for Australian bands.” From the Who’s Who of Australian Rock History “Jimmy and the Boys were an Australian New Wave band, active from 1975 to 1982, best known for their…
Read MoreAustralian Singles Chart For 1989
These are the songs that Australians were listening to in 1989. Here is the end of year Australian Singles Chart For 1989 based on sales. Top 10 Selling Singles By Australian Artists for 1989 Top selling Australian singles for 1989 *Denotes Australian artist Gibbo’s pick for 1989 is Ian Moss with his classic hit, Tuckers…
Read MoreNarara Music Festival 1984
Our article from sometime back on the Narara Music Festival of 1983 has proved to be one of our most popular with many folks leaving their recollections and memories in the comments. Many also commented that they’d like to see an article about the 1984 Narara concert. The problem has been a lack of reference…
Read MoreZoot
About Zoot was a four piece pop/rock band formed in Adelaide, South Australia in 1965. They played many clubs and discos around Adelaide, gradually gathering a strong following. In 1968, they relocated to Melbourne, Victoria, Australia and performed in several Australian cities. Two of the more notable members of Zoot were founder Beeb Birtles, who…
Read MoreAustralian Albums Chart For 1988
These are the songs that Australians were listening to in 1988. Here is the Australian Albums Chart for 1988 based on sales. Top selling Australian albums for 1988 *Denotes Australian artist Kick – INXS* Dirty Dancing Soundtrack – Various Artists Freight Train Heart – Jimmy Barnes* Whenever You Need Somebody – Rick Astley The Lonesome Jubilee…
Read MoreAussie Rock Trivia Quiz 001
Hi everyone, here’s something a little bit different. I’m trialling a very short trivia quiz to see how well it works. There are 10 questions all up. There are no grand prizes, just the warm feeling you get from being a smarty! Correct answers are given at the end. Have a go & let me…
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