Gary Shearston, Australian singer and songwriter, was a leading figure of the folk music revival of the 1960s, especially remembered for his authentic versions of old 'bush' songs (folk songs). Gary achieved international success as a songwriter (e.g. Sometime Lovin' performed by Peter, Paul and Mary) and as a recording artist (his distinctive version of Cole Porter's I Get A Kick Out Of You was a hit in 1974).
Over the years his music has absorbed and adapted a diverse range of elements including Australian aboriginal and West Indian reggae (before either was popular with mainstream western audiences). In 1990 Gary Shearston was recognised in Australian country music with the Tamworth Songwriters' Association's award for Bush Ballad of the Year.
Discerning listeners will know that much of Gary's songwriting has reflected a 'spiritual' thread running through his life and most recently he has been a minister of religion in rural Australia. He still writes, sings and records wonderfully evocative and distinctively Australian original songs. Gary's songs from 1964 to today are available on CD and reissued 'archive CD' (CD-R).
Over the years his music has absorbed and adapted a diverse range of elements including Australian aboriginal and West Indian reggae (before either was popular with mainstream western audiences). In 1990 Gary Shearston was recognised in Australian country music with the Tamworth Songwriters' Association's award for Bush Ballad of the Year.
Discerning listeners will know that much of Gary's songwriting has reflected a 'spiritual' thread running through his life and most recently he has been a minister of religion in rural Australia. He still writes, sings and records wonderfully evocative and distinctively Australian original songs. Gary's songs from 1964 to today are available on CD and reissued 'archive CD' (CD-R).
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Gary Shearston is an Australian singer songwriter who has been writing and reinterpreting folk music since the 60's. He is escpecially respected for his authentic versions of old 'bush' songs.
Other tracks by Gary Shearston: A New Way Of Life - Tenterfield
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| Number Of People In Act | Solo |
| State/Territory Artist Is Based In | NSW |
| City/Town/Region Artist Is Based In | Tenterfield |
| Taken From The Release Titled | The Best Of All Trades |
| Copyright Holder's Name | Undercover Music Pty Limited |
| Publisher | Control |
| Apra Logging Number | RRR46 |
| Media Servicing Date | 2009-04-20 |
| Main Genre | Folk |
| Genre 2 | Roots |
| Genre 3 | Blues |
| Contains explicit lyrics or themes that may offend some listeners | No |
| Artist Official Web Site | http://www.garyshearston.com |
| Artist Social Network Page | |
| Content Provider | Undercover Music |
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