Australian Music Legends

Paul Wayne had all the ingredients to be a successful pop star. A powerful, gutsy singing voice, a personality and charisma to cut it with Johnny O'Keefe, Dig Richards and Johnny Devlin, and looks to scream for. Rocking tunes such as; "Don't Do That", Movin' Day", "I like It Like That", "Bye Baby Bye Bye", "Carol" and "Keep Walkin", to name a few, kept his teen idol status. Paul also recorded two successful covers; "Since I fell For You" (originally by Buddy Johnson and His Orchestra) and "That's All", A Nat King Cole single and That's All Right" by Arthur "Big Boy " Crudup. Paul and his wife Sharon now run a fantastic little restaurant by the sea at Copacabana, Central Coast, NSW, called the Sea Grill Restaurant - Great food by two of the best chefs on the coast, and great music. NEXT   Janice Slater x

Little Pattie is the stage name of Australian singer, Patricia Thelma Amphlett OAM (born 17 March 1949, Paddington, Sydney) later Patricia Thompson, who performed as a 1960s surf pop singer and then in adult contemporary music.  Her debut single from November 1963, "He's My Blonde Headed, Stompie Wompie, Real Gone Surfer Boy", achieved #2 chart success in Sydney and peaked at #19 on the national Kent Music Report. She appeared regularly on television variety programs, including Bandstand and toured supporting Col Joye and the Joy Boys. Little Pattie was entertaining troops during the Vietnam War in Nui Dat, Vietnam, when the nearby Battle of Long Tần began on 18 August 1966.  In 1994 she received the Vietnam Logistic and Support Medal in recognition of her services in support of the Australian Armed Forces in operations in Vietnam. Little Pattie received a Medal of the Order of Australia on 9 June 2003 for her services to the Media, Entertainment and Arts Allia...

Barry Stanton was discovered by fellow recording artist Johnny O'Keefe in 1958, and regularly performed on many Australian music programs such as Bandstand, The Johnny O'Keefe Show, Six O'Clock Rock, and Sing Sing Sing. Barry released six singles on Leedon Records, the first being Don't Let Go in 1960. His second release, Don't You Worry 'Bout That, reached number 3 on the Sydney Top 40 in September 1960.  Two other singles were issued, but his fifth and biggest release,  Beggin' On My Knees - written by Barry's brother Rod - reached number one in 1962.  Signed by RCA in 1964 he released A Tribute To The King - a song written for Barry by fellow musician and good friend Johnny Devlin. Stanton was one of the most popular performers of his era. He also achieved some success outside of Australia. He continues to perform regularly around th...

Bev Harrell at 72, live 2015, at a various artists show called Yesterday's Heroes, put on by the Adelaide Music Collective to coincide with a collection of Adelaide music memorabilia at the State Library. Various acts with a strong connection to the city played a song each at the show, held in the Mortlock Bev Harrell  has an an amazingly powerful, superbly ranged voice. She began her career when she was 6 in "Kangaroos on Parade" a radio series in her hometown of Adelaide, South Australia. By the end of the 60's Bev had become a household name.  Her first recording "What am I Doing Here with You?" was an instant national No. 1  hit.      Her two following records  Come on Over to My Place  and  One in a Million  were also huge hits. In 1966 & 1967 Bev was awarded ”Australia’s best female vocal” and album of the year at The Major Network Awards (Now called the  ARIA Awards ). From that moment her career s...

I'm staring so hard  at the seascape and the sky  it's now in my head  I close my eyes tight  and peer into the blackness  and there is ocean

Mihirangi performs "Make That Soul" She has gained acclaim internationally for her  unique one woman shows.  In a recent interview, Mihirani talks about her layered recording technique which has earned her the title “The Queen of Loops”. Her style is brilliantly demonstrated with her song “Make That Soul”  where she illustrates girl power. Performing live she builds the music in front of her audience, layering melody harmony and percussion.  “I really wanted to sing in language” Mihirangi says about her two year Maori language studies in Melbourne. “ The meaning of the songs takes on a completely different emotion and perspective” she explains.  This talented solo artist reveals her passion for her Maori culture, her love of her people and her opinions about the clash of tradition and modern living. She is working to resurrect the language. “The loss of language is purely reflective of the loss of culture” she says.  The Queen of Loops, Mihirangi creates he...

"There was just no way I was letting this girl go" said Boy George. Reflecting on their time together on TCN 9's The Voice,  Boy George told Diana Rouvas,  " You've been around a while and you know what you're looking for" The couple had worked well together. Boy George as coach and Diana Rouvas combining her wonderful talent with her previous experience on the show. "There was just no way I was letting this girl go"   " Soon as as I heard you,I knew I was taking you through to the end of the show". "There was just no way I was letting this girl go" Boy George said. " I think we made a connection. You are someone who loves to be rewarded. That's what I love. I knew that from the first moment I met you". Dian Rouvas said" Let's get out and get moving. Just the biggest thank you. I'm gonna work hard". Diana has proven her willingness to work hard. and we can't wait to see what comes next. P...

"There was just no way I was letting this girl go" said Boy George. Reflecting on their time together on TCN 9's The Voice,  Boy George told Diana Rouvas,  " You've been around a while and you know what you're looking for" The couple had worked well together. Boy George as coach and Diana Rouvas combining her wonderful talent with her previous experience on the show.

This year as part of Australia's 2019 Anzac Memorial, Normie Rowe spoke with 2GB's Alan Jones about the inspiration for his new  single. . Normie  has released a new song, Compulsory Hero" reflecting on his service in Vietnam. Normie Rowe was one of the biggest pop stars in Australia when he was conscripted into the Vietnam War in 1969. The nation was involved in the Vietnam War, and 20 year olds were liable for conscription into the military. Normie Rowe's name came up in first 1968 intake. Most conscripts were selected by a ballot of birthday dates but Normie would find out much later, that his birthday was not one of those that was drawn out. It has been suggested by many, that Normie had been conscripted because of who he was.
 He served time in Vietnam, and was one of the lucky ones to return. But those two years away from his fans cost him dearly.  His two-year stint in the army curtailed his music career, forcing him to start from scratch when he returned. ...

This year as part of Australia's 2019 Anzac Memorial, Normie Rowe spoke with 2GB's Alan Jones about the inspiration for his new  single. . Normie  has released a new song, Compulsory Hero" reflecting on his service in Vietnam. Normie Rowe was one of the biggest pop stars in Australia when he was conscripted into the Vietnam War in 1969.

Community radio is once again, proving its’ worth to the local area.  Radio Northern Beaches RNB 88.7 FM  has provided an opportunity to two boys from French‘s Forest to begin their careers. An inspiration for job seeking school leavers, local teenagers, Will Dubé, and Riley Eavis, have brought their love of music to the airwaves with a regular Friday night gig on New Age Radio Northern Beaches RNB 88.7 FM .   Both boys attend French’s Forest High School and what began as work experience during their spare time, soon became a valuable voluntary role in the management and promotion of the radio station. Live “Freestyle” interviews and lots of hip hop have  become the regular format for their hour long 7.30pm show. “New Age with Will and Riley” Recently, fans enjoyed a live interview with Pork MC, Pork MC the fast rising rap artist. This was a coup for Will and Riley, and a hit with their audience base.  Will: “I’m up for trying all kinds of work experience, but I...

Community radio is once again, proving its’ worth to the local area.  Radio Northern Beaches RNB 88.7 FM  has provided an opportunity to two boys from French‘s Forest to begin their careers. An inspiration for job seeking school leavers, local teenagers, Will Dubé, and Riley Eavis, have brought their love of music to the airwaves with a regular Friday night gig on New Age Radio Northern Beaches RNB 88.7 FM .

Self described "Darwin Bush Kid"Jessica Mauboy appeared with Andrew Denton last week on Channel 7's Interview programme, to explain among other things why she introduced herself that way. Jessica Mauboy Performing Get 'em Girls "I grew up in Darwin and was just a "knockabout kid from the bush" She said. She's come a long way from there. performing with Beyoncé and Snoop Dogg. By age 20, She was with Sony Records, and had a double platinum album. Beyoncé asked her to be her support act. "The most amazing thing was how calm she was. How practised her vibe felt" I remember her saying to me "give your all out there. Enjoy it". said Jessica. Who's That With Jessica? About the Snoop Dogg video? "My Dad didn't like it. He said "What are you wearing and "who's That with you? Jessica's found a "Good Looking' Fella Jessica describes her relation ship: "We come from the same place. He was born a...