Post 250 - Joe Guido - I've No Words / In My Dreams

Almost 25 years in the music industry, Joe has supported such acts as INXS in their early days, Tom Jones and, more recently, Guy Sebastian. Singer/songwriter and performer Joe Guido has had songs recorded and produced by the likes of Greg Archilla, producer for Matchbox 20. His songs have been recorded by artists such as Roanne Monte, star of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s London production of Miss Saigon in the mid 90s. Here to download from 1984 is Joe's first single on Powderworks " I've No Words" b/w "In My Dreams" (POW 0185) produced by Chris Eggleton at Jigsaw Studios, Sydney. Joe had a follow up single in 1985 "No Regrets". Joe finally decided to use his uncanny looks and sound of George Michael to perform as the legendary singer/songwriter himself as "Just George" - The Australian George Michael Show, performing the hit songs from the early days of Wham to the present.

Post 249 - Francis Butler's 69ers - Live LP

The 69'ers played an eclectic, good time mix of styles that combined rock'n'roll, country blues, vaudeville, jug band/kazoo. They had a humorous approach with a certain Australian slant, similar to contemporary overseas groups such as Bonzo Dog Doo Dah Band. The 69'ers were a very popular live act, but like most Aussie groups of the period they were very under recorded, with only one studio album, one live album and five Singles to their credit in seven years. The 69'ers originated in Sydney in 1969 which is where the name came from. Around this time the 69'ers second album, a live one, called Francis Butler's 69'ers Live, here for you to download was released on the Infinity label (L25096).This was actually recorded at Sunbury '73. It had only Francis photo on the cover and no lineup credits. Part of 1974 through 1975 the band seemed to fade from the limelight. Francis Butler went on to issue an album of religious songs. He moved to the United States and became a minister of religion. Brian Bethell and Dave Ovendon teamed up, with Red McKelvie, as the rhythm section with Richard Clapton's backing band. Keith Longman has continued to play in '50's revival bands such as The Cadillac’s, Ol '55. Tony Burkys went on to play with Captain Matchbox Whoopee Band. Terry Stacey has continued his musical career in bands to the present day. http://ozsongs.com.au has released the "69ers Album" on CD with 19 tracks for you to enjoy.

Post 248 - Bob Hudson - Ventriloquist Love

"The Newcastle Song" was a hit for musician and comedian Bob Hudson. It poked fun at the working class youth culture of the City of Newcastle in NSW. The song was recorded in front of a live audience in 1974. The basic story line concerns a young man called Normie who goes out with his mates looking to pick up women in Newcastle's main street, Hunter Street, in their hot F.J. Holden. They encounter a young lady and her Hells Angel date outside the Parthenon Milk Bar. The single from the album was a national #1 hit in March 1975, which had been edited down from the ten minute album version. Here to download is the B side of that single that never made it onto the album "Ventriloquist Love" (MS-087) on M7 Records. It was produced by Chris Neal at United Sound Sydney. Thanks to Paul for this one.

Post 247 - Dancing Daze - Soundtrack

ABC TV series which was devised by Michael Cove and Chrissie Koltai which starred Meryl Tankard, Patsy Stephen and Laurence Clifford. In 1988 the soundtrack LP was released on ABC Records and featured songs by Wendy Matthews, Jenny Morris, Mark Williams, Jane Clifton, Larry Van Kriedt, Martin Armiger, Sherlie Matthews and the late Marc Hunter. The LP was produced by Martin Armiger. Sharon O'Neill wrote the title track and "Dare To Be Bold" both sang by Wendy Matthews, other tracks were penned by Martin Armiger, Greg Macainsh, David Briggs, Stephen Cummings and Dean Richards to name a few. Here to download is that LP "Dancing Daze" (RML 53191).

Post 246 - Jamie Redfern - One / Walking My Baby Back Home

As a added bonus to the 4 Jamie Redfern LP's on our Blog we have found this single. In 1977 Festival Records released this single by Jamie Redfern "One" b/w "Walking My Baby Back Home" (K-6787) the A side was from "A Chorus Line" both sides of the single never appeared on any of his LP's. It was produced at T.C.S. Studios Melbourne and was arranged and directed by John Hawker.

Post 245 - Jamie Redfern - Jamie Redfern's Golden Hits LP

Following the release of the single "Jenny" in October 1974, and the album "Jamie Redfern's Golden Hits" (L 35724) during 1975, Redfern slipped from public view. By that stage his younger brother Derek had also entered the entertainment world - also as a member of the Young Talent Time team. Here to download is Jamie's last LP release from 1975 on Festival Records.

Post 244 - Jamie Redfern - Hitch A Ride On A Smile LP

In early 1974, Jamie Redfern released his third album. "Hitch a Ride on a Smile" (L 35285) produced his fourth hit single, also entitled "Hitch a Ride on a Smile", which reached Number 28 in Australia in March. Redfern took the song into the finals of the World Popular Song Festival held in Tokyo, and topped off a successful 1974 by taking out the King of Pop award ahead of Johnny Farnham and Daryl Braithwaite. This LP was different than his first 2, as we get the opportunity to hear not only the young voice of Jamie, but also a more mature manly voice as well. Here to down load is that LP produced by Johnny Young at T.C.S. Melbourne for Festival Records.