In 2012 Australian music fans mourned the loss of Darryl Cotton. He first came to attention as singer of the Zoot which also featured Rick Springfield and Beeb Birtles of the Little River Band. Darryl has a great yarn about how an Australian Rock Icon gave Zoot their name, talks about the hit he wrote for Mississippi and reveals the story behind "Same Old Girl".
For Australian teenagers in the mid-70's the band Skyhooks were a revelation! Skyhook's bassist Greg Macainsh was the band's major songwriter and with Ian Keenan he discusses the huge relevance of the band. Produced by Ross Wilson and championed by the TV show Countdown Skyhooks generated an impressive catalogue of hits, some funny stories and great memories.
Doc Neeson's vocals combined with the guitars of John and Rick Brewster gave The Angels band it's distinctive sound. The brother's tell how they came up with the Australian band's sound and talk about some of the crazy shows they've played. They're often asked about their song "Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again" and that's one of the hit stories you'll hear.
Rarely do you see two solo artists with careers as closely intertwined as Brian Cadd & Russell Morris. Their friendship stretches back to the start of their careers and you can even hear Brian Cadd's voice on the 1969 Russell Morris classic "The Real Thing". Here they share some funny stories about their work together which includes some other very famous names.
In Australia Daryl Braithwaite is an icon. Initially known as the lead singer of the most successful Aussie pop band of the '70's (Sherbet), however to younger generations it's his work as a solo act that brings him fame. Daryl reflects on a long career, reveals which of his hits are among his favourites and has the story behind his recording of "The Horses".
Few musical careers begin in a radio station's record library but Sharon O'Neill's did. The New Zealand born singer/songwriter tells what brought her to Australia and tells how a local prostitute she used to see on the street, but never met, unknowingly gave her inspiration for her biggest hit. She also talks about the theme she wrote for the TV series "Sweet & Sour".
