Burlesque Review was a Sydney based band active around 1975. Information about them is a little hard to come by but fortunately I was recently contacted by their vocalist Stewart MacFarlane who had some information, photo’s and even an audio track. Here’s what he had to say: “The song I am sending is titled ‘Eternity’… Read more
Mark Gibson
The Manzil Room – Springfields
It’s hard to describe The Manzil Room to someone who had never been there. It was almost like a parody of the ultimate rock venue. It was a place that was always jumping, especially in the wee hours of the day. I distinctly remember leaving there on more than one occasion, just in time to… Read more
Australian Singles Chart for 1986
These are the songs that Australians were listening to in 1986. Here is the Australian Singles Chart for 1986 based on sales. Top Australian Singles “You’re the Voice” – John Farnham“Stimulation” – Wa Wa Nee“Concrete and Clay” – Martin Plaza Top selling singles in Australia for 1986 *Denotes Australian artist “You’re the Voice” – John… Read more
Hush
Hush were a Sydney based Glam-Rock band of the 1970’s. They were, like many bands of the time, true “Road Warriors” who worked hard and worked often and appeared regularly on TV shows like Countdown. The original lineup was formed in 1971 and consisted of Keith Lamb on vocals, Chris Nolan on keyboards, Robin Jackson… Read more
Aztec Records
Update:Some time after I wrote this Aztec Music became Aztec Records. They are still doing absolutely wonderful work under the guidance of Gil Matthews.Read on… Aztec is a word that carries a lot of weight & credibility in the Australian Music Industry. Aztec Music shares that credibility with the outstanding job that Ted Lethborg and… Read more
Manly Vale Hotel
The Manly Vale Hotel is one of those venues that everyone has played at and everyone has been to… except me! That’s right, I’ve never seen a band at The Manly Vale. That makes me fairly unique amongst Sydney music lovers of my age. Just have a look at the list of classic Australian acts… Read more
Darryl Cotton has passed away
Darryl Cotton, best known as the singer in Zoot, has sadly passed away from liver cancer aged 62. Darryl enjoyed a long career as a singer, actor and TV host and was still actively working with Jim Keays and Russell Morris right up until he was diagnosed with the illness recently. He leaves a wife… Read more
Australian Singles Chart for 1985
These are the songs that Australians were listening to in 1985. Here is the Australian Singles Chart for 1985 based on sales. Top Australian Singles “Live it Up” – Mental As Anything“Out of Mind, Out of Sight” – Models“What You Need” – INXS Top selling singles in Australia for 1985 *Denotes Australian artist “We Are… Read more