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Ever wanted to check who the members of a band were? Or which bands your friends were in? Well, now that the Who's Who of Australian Rock is available online through HowlSpace, you can.

Chris Spencer started compiling the database in 1984 on a pack of library cards. From there it has developed into 5 book editions and a CD-ROM edition - and now it's online. Check it out and if you have additions, let Chris know.
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Paul Dempsey- Everything Is True

As a lyricist Paul Dempsey is a poet. His melodies stamp themselves on your brain like the best songs should, and do. His voice is distinctive and evolving with every record. Paul Dempsey makes music you never ever tire of, because it's almost impossible to exhaust their offerings. More...



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Who had the original Australian hit with ‘Midnight Bus’?

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Facts and figures from the Australian charts.

For what it’s worth, here are the top Australian artists, albums and singles of 2009 accrording to chart performance

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Top records This Week

Australia
Top Single
-  Guy Sebastian (Art Of Love)
Top Album – The McClymonts (Wrapped Up Good)

New Zealand
Top Single – Stan Walker (Black Box)
Top Album – Stan Walker (Introducing)


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