Bennelong Session - Various

Much sought after 1974 Australian Christian rock/folk compilation on the Heaven label (HRS2077).  This set was recorded live at the Sydney Opera House recording studio.  Featured artists are: Kristopher, Peter Campbell, Ian & Sue Smith, Ebenezer, Maranatha and Second Hand Blues (see track list in comments section).

The second side has some heavy progressive tracks with extra wow guitar.  Well worth a listen.  It will probably never be released on ceedee so this is as good as it will get.

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The Lonely Boys - Self Titled

Ever heard of these guys before? I certainly had not - until a follower sent this my way.  Now, I can't stop playing it. Something about this, can't put my finger on it - but it's great.  Maybe it's the sound of the vocals, or the rhythm section.  Dunno, it's simply infectious.

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The Secrets - Success Without College

Pure power pop is hard to do.  OK, The Beatles made it look easy - but who's been able to do that since?  Well, these guys get pretty close.  Superb album from 1980.

Like this, try the Secrets*.  They're not actually the same band (at first, I thought they were - my research skills are crap).  Very much sought after and ultra cultish.

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The Mexican Spitfires - Lupe Velez (Mini-Album)

Their only release!!  Jangly guitars with an acoustic twist.  After this mini LP they went into the studio but ground to a halt.  Enough tracks were collected for an EP which was to be titled 'Elephant' - but it's never been released.  Now, that may not be correct (officially) - maybe it snuck out.  Would love to hear from anyone who has this or any other output. 


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Fresh Air - A Breath Of ...

Has anyone ever heard of this band (they're not to be confused with Fresh Aire)?  No, I thought not.  But wow, what a great album.  This is one of those moments that makes you wonder and besides, how did these guys remain totally undiscovered.  They cover Buffalo Springfield "For What It's Worth" - that's a good start.  Then there's the song "I've Lost My Faith" - absolute killer psych/pop track.  Don't pass this up.

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Bobby & Laurie - Jump Back

Another LP from this 60's Aussie duo - this time a compilation from Raven Records.  While I prefer listening to Hitch Hiker, this is the album that others refer to with great affection.  There's no doubt about it - this is a good comp.

The cover is a bit odd, Bobby & Laurie are covered in talcum powder.  I'm sure there must be a reason for that but I don't get it.

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Mark Andrews & The Gents - Big Boy

Stumbled across this courtesy of a friend.  The cover suggests a rockabilly style but this is pop/rock.  Hidden away in the el-cheapo bins, this album is a worth contender.

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