Scottish-born singer and songwriter Colin Hay rose to fame as the frontman of Australian new wave band Men at Work, known for global hits like Down Under and Who Can It Be Now. After the band split, he built an enduring independent solo career, shifting to a breezy folk-pop sound and performing with Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band.
A prominent Australian rock band formed in Melbourne in 1978, known for their surf-influenced pop/rock sound that blended elements of pub rock, new wave, and distinctively Australian lyrics.
Melbourne-born singer-songwriter James Reyne rose to fame as the frontman of Australian Crawl before launching a diverse solo career spanning rock, folk, and roots music. His self-titled 1987 debut spawned three top-ten hits and led to a tour with Tina Turner. He also released albums like Hard Reyne and The Whiff of Bedlam, and collaborated with artists including Tony Joe White and James Blundell.
Red Hot Summer Tour is an acclaimed Australian live music event, originating in 2011. It celebrates legendary homegrown talent, primarily showcasing rock, pop, blues, and country acts in vibrant outdoor settings. Known for its relaxed festival atmosphere and commitment to Australian music history, it has featured iconic artists like Paul Kelly, Jimmy Barnes, Hunters & Collectors, and Missy Higgins.
Formed in Melbourne in 1978 by Colin Hay and Ron Strykert, Australian new wave band Men at Work achieved international fame with their 1981 debut album Business as Usual and hit singles Who Can It Be Now and Down Under. They won the Grammy for Best New Artist of 1982 before disbanding in 1985.
Formed in Perth in 2004, Birds of Tokyo are a prominent Australian rock band known for top ten airplay hits like Plans and Lanterns. They have played major festivals and major sports events. With over seventy songs on Triple J, they are a three-time most played artist and hold a record five APRA Awards for Rock Work Of The Year.
Formed in 1997 in Fremantle, indie rock band Eskimo Joe have released six studio albums with sales exceeding 750,000 in Australia. They have earned eight ARIA Awards from 35 nominations and landed three albums at number one on the ARIA charts.
Melbourne sisters Vika and Linda are an enduring Australian vocal duo spanning nearly four decades. Blending soul, gospel, rock, and country, they have released eight studio albums, earned an OAM, and topped charts with Akilotoa.
Formed in Melbourne in 1985, Australian rock band Boom Crash Opera rose from the pub rock circuit, featuring power vocalist Dale Ryder. Known for hits like Great Wall and Onion Skin, the group released their self-titled debut in 1987 and followed it with These Here Are Crazy Times and Fabulous Beast.
Ella Hooper is an Australian singer and former frontwoman of rock band Killing Heidi. She became the youngest recipient of APRA's Songwriter of the Year award. Now a solo country and Americana artist, her acclaimed 2023 album Small Town Temple debuted at No.1 on the Australian Country Chart and earned an Australian Music Prize nomination.
