Do Re Me: Man Overboard: WHAT A VOICE: Reaction

[@EchoBravo370]

Man overborad has funk and spoken word elements of the highest order imho Deb Conways 'It's Only the Beginning' was a big hit. Worth a listen.

[@Twitfilteron]

Yes! You must listen to this!

[@eviehanlon1445]

Totally agree, I was hoping that was going to be the bonus track... it's heaven.

[@robbiecarroll5491]

Actually the flats are around Clovelly Randwick

[@Reneesillycar74]

Geez I’ve always loved her voice. So strong, clear & such a beautiful tone. Absolutely brilliant! ✌🏼

[@elizabethscott7660]

I'm firmly convinced that Aussie music of the 60's, 70's, 80's and 90's was the best in the world, and we had it all to ourselves😁And I'm sure our 80'a were somehow far more awesome than everyone elses. Still, it's great fun seeing the world finally discovering our incredibly talented artists.

[@iliasmastoris529]

I agree, and despite the damage done by the pokies, Oz has continued to produce good music from the 2000s - think of the Hilltop Hoods, King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard, the Drones, Tropical F*ck Storm, Psychedelic Porn Crumpets, ...

[@tetleyT]

Big call. I think Aussie music definitely carved a great niche but saying it was the best music across multiple decades is a bit of a stretch... I mean Beatles, Stones, Led Zep, The Who, Hendrix, CCR, etc, etc. They definitely more than hold their own against Aussie musicians.

[@1980mikeh]

​@@iliasmastoris529100% you can time the death of pub music to the introduction of poker machines. Im lucky to have been around in the 80s to experience this

[@wilks6]

Saw Deborah a few years later in a small room in a pub in Richmond, just her & Willy Ziegler in the early years of her solo career. One of those rare voices that it can actually make you quite emotional hearing in the same space, real power without effort. There's something about being up close to great female singers, the natural talent, I find it quite moving. Katie Noonan, Sarah Blasko, Megan Washington, Missy Higgins, Suze DiMarchi, Wendy Stapleton and the little known but utterly amazing Sherine Abeyrtane from Big Pig. Of course Chrissie Amphlett, of course the Bull sisters, of course Renee Geyer and the incredible, sublime and other worldly talent of Wendy Matthews. Think I'm glad I wasn't an ancient mariner. Bloody sirens would have got me every time!

[@bodybalanceU2]

you forgot kate ceberano - another great female voice from the aussie 80s

[@kayelle8005]

@@bodybalanceU2and Tina Arena

[@bodybalanceU2]

@@kayelle8005 absolutely cant miss out tina arena

[@rohandunt3537]

Also, Deborah Conway & Willy Ziegler were the support act for Suzanne Vega for part of her 2018 Australian Tour

[@gracemarino7374]

Absolutely agree with you, let me add the under appr

[@stevious7278]

When I first heard this song in '85 I thought, "Wow! really cut through all the bullshit and calls it like it" ... and I'm bloke! The savage acidity Deborah delivers is enough to make a bloke shrivel up. it still holds its own for sure.

[@karenglenn6707]

Wow, haven’t heard this for ages. So many memories attached to this song and this time in my life in Melbourne. The greatest time to be alive for live music every weekend, we were so spoilt for choice.

[@carolcarol3938]

I was thinking the same .... how lucky was I to grow up with this as part of the music soundtrack to my life. G'day from another Melbournite.

[@martinmckowen1588]

@@carolcarol3938feel exactly the same. And being able to drop into a club or pub and this type of talent was playing. Amazing memories.

[@alphaomega7191]

I remember her doing the female vocals for the fake band "The Takeaways" in the old tv mini-series Sweet and Sour - that was a heck of show with some great songs.

[@lawrencekelli]

Loved that show!

[@matthewfarrer8395]

Interesting, I thought that was Sharon O'Neil! Or maybe she wrote them and Deb sang them?

[@nikkil2580]

Yep, Deb sang and Sharon wrote the title track

[@urbanpermie6307]

"Some days the wind blows hot and cooooold"

[@monicaking2140]

@@urbanpermie6307life can be sweet and sour but I am in control 😊

[@jk177717]

One of the most brilliant bits of songwriting of my youth. Who needs a chorus?

[@sammy_dog]

try not to stand too close to myself I try not to listen to the things I say They say there's no such thing as self abuse But you wonder how I can be trusted If I'm finely tuned and well adjusted Oh pity about you Oh pity about me More's the pity about her Every time she comes inside you had to run You had to run You wish that crush would go away You're not the only one Squinting at broad daylight Drumming up a conversation Parsons brass is pealing appealing Drumming up a congregation Hands reaching for a glass of water Dry socks and razor rash Your shoes under my bed Dandruff do, my cigarette ash I've tried to play it open handed I've tried to make a fist of this Even when the questions are candid My arrows miss I've heard about your fragile ego Your shield, your sword What am I expected to do? Shout man overboard? Come around when I'm asleep Roll around and try to wake me That's alright you've got to go now Words overtake me Your pubic hairs are on my pillow Your stubble rings the sink Your words under my skin Your table manners stink I paddle in the things I love You wallow in a swamp of trivia In a vase with insincere I love yous Next door's Camellias I'm sick and tired of this position Hatched underneath an arm A crutch under stress Your rudder when it's calm I'm bored of staring at the ceiling While you point out my flaws I've watched the wallpaper peeling from slamming doors You talk about penis envy Your friends applaud What am I expected to do? Shout man overboard? Come across to other girls Look around and start a rumour Jealous wife scenes raise a smile at parties Like anal humour Are you addicted to attention? Do you do it for effect? Your wit out of control Misunderstood and henpecked

[@Mrmikey0909]

Thanks. Superb lyrics!

[@kayelle8005]

I’d love to have seen a Deborah Conway/Annie Lennox duet

[@ianharkin2691]

I clearly never listened to the lyrics before! Didn't know all those things were in there. By the way, fun fact... she actually had a hit before that Do Re Mi song and some people don't even know it. In 1984, there was a TV series about a rock band called The Takeaways and Deborah Conway sang all the songs while the lead actress mimed. The show was called Sweet And Sour and that was the title song. It reached #10 on the Australian charts.

[@Notric]

Another fantastic Aussie Band. Her voice is so powerful. Love this band.

[@FionaEm]

Deborah Conway is a vocal and songwriting powerhouse 😊 Man Overboard is one of Australia's most iconic 80s tracks. I saw her live about 20 years ago and she was still amazing. If Chris the Curator can find a live version of her song I'm Not Satisfied from the 1993 album Bitch Epic, that'd be, er, epic 😅

[@Eskay1206]

80's track :)

[@FionaEm]

@@Eskay1206 Typo. Fixed it.

[@yoke-munchan1813]

I missed those Thursday and Friday nights going to different pubs and clubs following her performances. Besides singing, she is good at stopping fights with a can of VB. I saw her doing that to some idiots who interrupted her performance.

[@maxpower1572]

Amazing voice, for live...wow

[@Cyannah117]

Deborah has an absolutely amazing unique voice and I have loved her since I first heard her back in the early 80’s! ❤ This song was way ahead of it’s time and so out of the norm for Aussie music at the time. Thank you so much for covering her (and Do Re Mi) in your channel!

[@nerome619]

Complex song - she still performs to this day.

[@BeardedChieftain]

I know I am a year late, but here with a *Fun Fact* (or two): Man Overboard official music video was shot in Sydney with all the footage of men drinking in the pub was on ANZAC Day 1985. Many of the younger blokes were Diggers and NCO's of Alpha Company, 17th Bn, The Royal New South Wales Regiment and some of the older men were Veterans of Vietnam and a couple of the older WWII Diggers were from the 2/17th Bn (2nd AIF). Deborah also starred on screen and in one of my favourite Aussie movies of all time, "Running On Empty" (released in America as Fast Lane Fever)... other stars of note included Max Cullen who is not only a great actor, but writer as well. He wrote the screenplay for "The Man From Snowy River" as it happens. Debbie Conway is a *Goddess* both in voice and looks and Do Re Mi are one of those bands that every Aussie who appreciates music will recognise as soon as the 1st chord is played. Gen-X often claims these great bands, but let's be fair here, a big shout out to the *Boomers* who gave us "S3x, Drvgs and Rock 'n Roll" and great performances and fantastic music!

[@bobodobalina]

when ever i see that Thames intro I think The Benny Hill Show is about to start

[@geofflongford2008]

"It's the Benny Hill show"

[@TheThamesmen]

Then you’re old as dirt.

[@taniaPBear]

OK, very random, didn't see Deborah Conway or Do Re Mi coming, but I'm there for it. I loved 'Man Overboard' such a great track, the lyrics were extraordinary at the time, then I thought you were going to do 'Only The Beginning', which is another of my favourite tracks ever, but the performance with the Bull sisters, could never disappoint, so good. Thanks fellas, surprising choice but undeniably good. ❤

[@melindatanner5853]

Really, ... Didn't see that coming, you'll find every, 99% at least, Aussie week track will be top 40 ... Aside from The Saints no indie bands, which Australia also has a good many.

[@TheThamesmen]

Well Chris finds these gems for us and knows Australian music at some crazy deep level

[@muzzyahoy1489]

@@TheThamesmenI guarantee even at Aussie Week 743, you would still be amazed at the depth of Aussie talent. I know I could name between 75-100 artists that you haven’t even seen yet and been equally impressed.

[@kaafromoz]

Ok guys we are on a roll now another great one, Deborah Conway what a fantastic powerful sultry voice she has. Had not heard this for years Ty great memories of sitting watching Rock Arena and the fashion and hairstyles wow those were the days for sure. Onwards and upwards guys TY Keep Safe Keep Strong 🦘🦘🦘🦘🎶🎶🎶🎶💖💖💖💖

[@artistjoh]

Pub rock means that these groups got used to getting the rich sound live. No need for studio effects and artificially enhanced voices. It means authenticity rises to the top.

[@marionbray6774]

Love Deborah - such a clear voice! So glad you know about her now.

[@mcolford]

What a surprise! I'm a huge fan of Deborah Conway and Do Re Mi, and it's always such a surprise when you guys pull out an unexpected performer like this and react to it. Deborah is an incredible songwriter, and has covered a wide range of styles both with Do Re Mi and her many solo albums. Thanks for this, and I hope you come back to Deborah again!

[@troymk1]

Saw Do Rey Mi many times in the 80s. Typically backing up Hunters and Collectors. Always enjoyed them. And Deb has such a great voice Thanks for the memories gents

[@debmccudden242]

❤ she is a powerhouse

[@megsybond]

Deborah Conway is a very talented lady. She is/was a model, actress, singer/songwriter/musician. A very emotional song of hers 'White Roses' is a real tear-jerker. Other favs are 'Release Me' & 'Alive and Brilliant'. Funny story... when she was 18 at university and joined a pop group, her father was so concerned about her, he sent her to a psychiatrist! She's now in the Vic Hall of Fame, won 'Best Female Artist in 1992, won various other awards, and has been honoured with the Order of Australia in 2002 for her services to music. Not so crazy now, hey dad?!

[@simonmarshall180]

Congratulations on finding THE greatest underrated singer in the world. Live she is amazing and witty. Great sense of humour. Also died in the first Mad max.

[@SuzyTrippa]

One of my all time favourite songs! So happy you guys appreciated and realised the brilliant singer Deborah is! The lyrics are profound and honestly truthful.. You should listen to her solo song Its only the beginning! Her voice blows me away always ..

[@brettwilkie3833]

So happy that this was one of the songs, such a great rhythm, awesome lyrics, & awesome voice. Fantastic!

[@jennifermason9557]

I always loved Sweet and Sour. Man Overboard is great.

[@matthewfarrer8395]

I never saw Do Re Mi perform but I saw Deb Conway at a small local bar and she was just as good at commanding a small, intimate space as a great big one. Absolute, effortless self-confidence and that acid-tongued attitude that you can see coming across in the lyrics here. My favourite line of hers is probably "In a jar with insincere I-love-yous/Next door's camellias" but "Turn around, be polite/I'm so sick of listening to your crap about the breasts you like" sticks in the memory as well. And "Will You Miss Me When You're Sober?" from String of Pearls is a wonderful juxtaposition of biting words with soft and lovely music. (She's a pretty good improv lyricist too, she got huge laughs at one gig when she forgot the second verse of one of her songs and just freestyled about not remembering the song until she got back to the chorus.) Vika and Linda had a new album out last year and if you're up for another double-track video their songs (and videos) "Raise Your Hand" and "Heart Is In The Wrong Place" complement each other beautifully.

[@stuwhiteman3810]

lol thanks guys, yeah again unfortunately we and the world didn't really realise at the time how great they and Deb really were. Thanks for giving Deb and the band some credit after all these years, spot on guys. I will be listening to more of her stuff from now on, brilliant. Awesome to hear these songs again, I'm going back in boys to listen again lol.

[@monogramadikt5971]

the lead singer deborah conway done a great indie-ish pop song called "its only the beginning" which is an absolute classic from that era

[@allenjones5525]

You are absolutely right about these musos being down to earth and you can just strike up a convo with them like they are your mates. Well, that is what i have found in my experiences.

[@Mrmikey0909]

Thanks Chris and guys for reminding me just how good she and the band are. I loved this song when it first came out and this version is superb.

[@christ5826]

Aussie here, we had immense underground bands in the 80s the rest of the world didnt get to hear, my faves were Go Betweens and Lighthouse Keepers

[@markphillips3186]

From Man Overboard I have always loved her voice. For me she has always been Australia’s answer to Annie Lennox without the international fame. Her solo career was not well managed by her Australian label. Instead of playing to her strengths they tried to turn her into a ’pop star’

[@marekabrown2427]

What a blast fro the past thanks for appreciating Aussie music 🎶

[@lencooke944]

Deborah Conway is an exquisite talent. Not that many Australian female singers get the credit they deserve, and I think Conway fits in there. I was so pleased to see both these tracks honored here today. Great work guys.

[@jaccilowe3842]

Fabulous Deborah with added bonus of the Bull sisters harmonising!

[@top40researcher31]

deborah conway what a voice this was when australian music from 1985 was really at its peak

[@lesliedavis2185]

Aaah one of my favourites, she has such a strong voice. And it’s such a lovely quirky song. And that base line.

[@tigerlily62]

Deborah Conway used to model knitwear on the knitting patterns my Mum used to buy..😊

[@Alex-dz2et]

She also appeared in Prospero’s Books, by film auteur Peter Greenaway

[@neilf1059]

@@Alex-dz2et also in Aussie movie "Running On Empty"

[@gunlean7738]

Did you notice the singers from the last video The Black Sorrows Linda & Vika Bull doing back up vocals?

[@pwsegal]

I saw Do Re Mi live in Sydney at a little club before they became popular. There were about 50 of us in the club to witness an absolutely brilliant live performance.

[@stevemurrell6167]

I have this album....superbly recorded, full of great beats and excellent music.

[@queenslander954]

Just bloody brilliant 🙌

[@Cyannah117]

As you know Vika and Linda Bull are Aussie icons. They may have started as backing singers for other artists but we soon came to realise that they are powerhouses in their own right and not your average backing artists! ❤

[@immaseahorse24]

Iconic, she's a legend, truly brilliant. Aus artists do folk rock naturally

[@polrua]

This is one I've been seriously hanging out for. You've covered a lot of magnificent female Australian singers, but any tour would be incomplete without the amazingly powerful voice of Deborah Conway. She has such control over it, and uses it to perfection. I would be remiss if I didn't give full props to her bandmates, Helen Carter on bass, Dorland Bray on drums and Stephen Philip on guitar. Looking forward to watching both of wigs getting blown right to the back of the room. If you're looking for a follow-up, I recommend 'Warnings Moving Clockwise', 'Take Me Anywhere' and 'Theme from Jungle Jim' from Do Re Mi, or 'String of Pearls' (a particular favourite of mine), or 'Under My Skin' from her solo albums, or one of her collaborations with the Bull Sisters from 'Bitch Epic' (I'm especially fond of 'Madame Butterfly is in Trouble').

[@classicaustralianmusicandf7425]

The lyrics are certainly entertaining, great live performance from the fantastic Deb Conway.

[@Paul-pl6dl]

that took me back to some funkadellic tune in the 80's

[@chrisschneiders6734]

Geez, remember why l used to fantasise over deb Conway.. She also did a live show around Australia doing the life and songs of patsy Cline.. Took my mother who was a fan of patsy Cline in her younger days..l was a fan of debs at the time..Great show.

[@rohandunt3537]

l'm old enough to remember seeing Deborah Conway perform in a pub in Melbourne back in the early 90's

[@kdavies3105]

I grew up in the country in Australia, so we relied on Countdown (local radio played mainly country) for new music, but I first heard Debra Conway's and didn't know it was her because I was watching an ABC TV show called "Sweet & Sour" in 1984 about a struggling rock band in Sydney staring Tracy Mann and David Reyne. But what I didn't know at the time was Tracy Mann the lead actress wasn't signing and it was actually Debra's voice on all the songs. And then Do-Re-Mi took off with mainstream sucess in 1985 and they told us who was singing....

[@CryptikConstruct]

Love this song, a permanent on my play list

[@davidburne9477]

Guys, this had it all as a feminist anthem - lyrics covering pubic hair, penis envy, premature ejaculation, razor rash, anal humor, and with an allusion to the clitoris (the little man in the boat as the French call it). Massive powerhouse song. The bassist dated Bon Scott at one stage. Still a mega song, lyrically and musically.

[@sean---the-other-one]

Studio recordings never did justice to Deborah’s live performances. She’s amazing to listen to live, and she just exudes confidence onstage. My personal favourite is her solo song Alive And Brilliant. Great choices here, though. How great are the Bull Sisters, too? Those close harmonies are awesome. Vika and Linda are musical royalty here in Australia. Any time you see them onstage you know you’re in for something special.

[@GRAHAMESIMPSON]

Fantastic guys - love the Australian songs you are covering :)

[@birdbites]

She is so charismatic

[@joalha123]

Always loved Do Ri Me's song Adultery. Deborah singing "tracing the rivers and the valleys that they sheets have made" comes up as the stand out line.

[@Starman_67]

Man Overboard is still one of my all time fave aussie 80s songs. Hasn't aged 1 bit!

[@JoTracy]

Ooooh yes! Chris, you never miss 😊

[@christhecurator]

Cheers Jo!

[@TheThamesmen]

Always!

[@JoTracy]

@@christhecurator hey Chris, is there an Underground Lovers track in this week? *crossing fingers n toes*

[@christhecurator]

@@JoTracy That's a long shot! Not as yet, I'll probably start to push a bit more into the 90's next time, but no promises sorry!

[@chezzachezza7325]

Great song oh and the voice 🎉🎉

[@gamera3000]

I've seen Debra Conway several times.The best was at Sydney Opera House doing an anniversary of her String of Pearls album with Vika and Linda Bull on backing vocals.

[@eclecticapoetica]

what a lyricist! “I try not to stand too close to myself I try not to listen to the things I say They say there's no such thing as self abuse But you wonder how I can be trusted If I'm finely tuned and well adjusted Oh pity about you Oh pity about me More's the pity about her Every time she comes inside you had to run You had to run You wish that crush would go away You're not the only one Squinting at broad daylight Drumming up a conversation Parsons brass is pealing appealing Drumming up a congregation Hands reaching for a glass of water Dry socks and razor rash Your shoes under my bed Dandruff do, my cigarette ash I've tried to play it open handed I've tried to make a fist of this Even when the questions are candid My arrows miss I've heard about your fragile ego Your shield, your sword What am I expected to do? Shout man overboard? Come around when I'm asleep Roll around and try to wake me That's alright you've got to go now Words overtake me Your pubic hairs are on my pillow Your stubble rings the sink Your words under my skin Your table manners stink I paddle in the things I love You wallow in a swamp of trivia In a vase with insincere I love yous Next door's Camellias I'm sick and tired of this position Hatched underneath an arm A crutch under stress Your rudder when it's calm I'm bored of staring at the ceiling While you point out my flaws I've watched the wallpaper peeling from slamming doors You talk about penis envy Your friends applaud What am I expected to do? Shout man overboard? Come across to other girls Look around and start a rumour Jealous wife scenes raise a smile at parties Like anal humour Are you addicted to attention? Do you do it for effect? Your wit out of control Misunderstood and henpecked”

[@misdamagoo213]

Nice pick. She is super talented. She did a stageshow tour of Patsy Cline songs & was fantastic. Spot on ..... powerhouse voice.

[@kerrydwyer1879]

Great live

[@DerekEdwards-cz4ft]

vica and linda from the black sorrows on back up vocals,

[@JoTracy]

"Storytelling" is feature of Oz music 🎶

[@melindatanner5853]

Yep, none better than Tim Rogers ... The Temperance Union, 2001 I think, from memory.

[@68arclight]

Great choice guys. Great songwriting. Great voice. You've chosen well this week.

[@TheThamesmen]

That’s Chris. Our mate in Oz.

[@wendygroves8296]

I love this song I have the 45/ single on vinyl.

[@jgsheehan8810]

Great track, I believe Deborah Conway is related (sister?) the Conway brothers of Captain Matchbox fame. I was expecting the infamous golfing video clip for the second track :) but this was a great choice. Deborah, Vika and Linda - can't go wrong!

[@robynmurray7421]

Why infamous? I always thought it was good fun.

[@jgsheehan8810]

@@robynmurray7421 so did every guy that watched it. It must have been filmed on a very cold day

[@robynmurray7421]

​@@jgsheehan8810Still doesn't make it infamous. You might want to look up the definition of that word.

[@gamera3000]

She used to joke about how they are the three most famous Conways in Australia but none of them were actually named Conway. They aren't related. They just had less marketable (at the time) Jewish names

[@jgsheehan8810]

@@gamera3000 👍🏻 thanks for that info

[@markgleeson7687]

Well done fellers. Noce choice she does have a great voice. Also did you notice the 2 lady back up singers in the bonus song. The same 2 that were back up singers in the Black sorrows CHAIN TO THE WHEEL . You reacted To.they are VIKA and LINDA. 2 brilliant singers as well. Maybe another one to check out. Keep up the great reactions mates.

[@monogramadikt5971]

"very talking heads" you nailed it mate ;)

[@ianmontgomery7534]

One of my favourite bits of bass guitar!

[@jimdavid7710]

I remember this song & the vibe around it. It was seen in part as a real feminist statement. Then De Oran Conway came out with “it’s only the beginning” it still hard a dark element to it (undercurrent) but it was full of zest & positivity about a bloke. I saw them along with Spy v Spy at St Leonard’s Park Nth Sydney at the last 2JJ concert faaarkenelle

[@darenwilliams4149]

Great album. Flawless band

[@susanabel2273]

You guys always remind me of a budget version of Phil Jupitus and Alan Davies - meant in the nicest way. Given your comments on the country music elements I would love to see your reactions to Goanna - Solid Rock and Redgum - I Was Only 19. I would also like to see a band like Regurgitator to hit your Australian playlist. I saw them support Devo the last time Devo was in Australia and they were a lot of fun

[@terrykemp1876]

Deborah Conway = amazing performer!!!

[@danielstephens8548]

You blokes are good ☝️ Think Australian musics great 👏

[@keithwilson1554]

So I lived through this period from the 70s,80s Aussie bands in Pubs. I even roadied for a small country rock band. You had to bring your Act or the crowds would turn and a quick F Off or Wankers would be heard. And yes hanging out with most of the Bands was easy as Australia had a curfew of sorts where Pubs would shut around 10 and Footy or RSL clubs might stay open longer. But to meet the bands was where I as a Sailor would drink on a regular basis....Kings Cross and St Kilda (open all Hours). Thats where they went to unwind after a gig and we would usually swap jokes, drinking stories etc Derek and Clive were popular back then.

[@hudsonsled454]

That's Pissoff's Girlfriend!! That's a throwback

[@steveowen3407]

Check out Deborah's performance on the Pete Townshend album "The Iron Man". Pete said himself - "this girl should be a star - I don't understand why she isn't"....

[@sherylcross5297]

She is brilliant

[@theotherdogknees]

Hadn't seen this before. Thanks guys.

[@TheThamesmen]

Our pleasure

[@juanitooctavio9023]

Proper 80’s that! 🤠🎹🎸🎤

[@MyMusic-cd3do]

Great thing about growing up in Australia in the 70s and 80s is we got a lot of music from the US, England, and a few other places, but outside of Australia they were not really aware of what was brewing down under. We pretty much got it all.

[@TheThamesmen]

Cake and eat it!

[@robinakym2356]

Props to Vika and Linda on BV

[@warrenharrison5052]

Boys if you liked this track you would love Big Pig - have a listen to 'Break away'

[@mjguerin63]

Also I sang along to both songs!

[@brettbridger362]

One of the first songs I ever bought on iTunes. Great Review. I like how the bass guitarist inspired Guinan's outfit in Star Trek.

[@TheThamesmen]

Couldn't agree more!

[@larstorders9695]

This appears to be the Vika and Linda Bull week, along with various other singers.

[@brianparsa7794]

Man, I really liked the bonus track! The first track wasn't as impressive to me, and I can understand how it would not have made much of an impression here in the United States in the early 1980's . . . there were a lot of catchier songs in that early MTV/synth pop era. But, like I said, that bonus track was terrific! Thank you Chris, Alex, and George!

[@eclecticapoetica]

Chris: Kate Cebrano, Vanessa Amarossi and Vika and Linda Bull - individually and together. Also Tex Perkins.

[@m0nm0n]

At 35, this is a little before my time. I've never heard either of these before. I know we're branching out into other Aussie stuff that not Farnsey/Barnsey & they were probably big back in the day, but I'm not sure today's videos have stood the test of time, although I did like her voice.

[@paulread4886]

Pete Townsend heard this bonus clip, and got her to sing on his Life House album in London

[@ElwynWilliams]

Now try a Aussie band called Boom crash Opera and The Best thing.

[@CryptikConstruct]

Great bass. The Whitlams and My Friend the Chocolate Cake are two other great bands

[@tetleyT]

Great reaction to a lost gem.

[@TheThamesmen]

Glad you enjoyed