Classic Aussie Rock Songs As Told By Artists On The Under The Southern Stars Bill

Stu MacLeod - Eskimo Joe

You Am I - Jewels and Bullets

"You Am I have made some incredible records over the years, but for me they will always be a live band first and foremost.

This song was always a standout in the live set. Huge energy from one of Australia's best bands. The lads were always drenched in sweat by the end of this track. The rock out at the end is massive!"

Russell Hopkinson - You Am I

Hoodoo Gurus - Bittersweet

"The Hoodoo Gurus were always an inspiration for us because they knew how to take on the mainstream whilst retaining their edge and being true to their sound. It’s hard to pick one song that soundtracks this but for me Bittersweet is just one of the all-time classic Australian singles. That a song called Bittersweet can still manage to sound exultant is testament to Dave Faulkner’s songwriting skills and the Gurus ability to use melody alongside a rocking rhythm section to craft something genuinely unique. I can’t help but be excited whenever I hear it and you can be assured I’ll soon be singing along no matter where I am."

Scott Darlow

Eskimo Joe - Black Fingernails, Red Wine

"I’d have to say that Eskimo Joe's song Black Fingernails, Red Wine is quintessential Aussie rock. From the minute Kav sings it’s so uniquely identifiable, not only because of his voice, but also the production and melodically. I remember when this song came out, it was just everywhere. So big, and as a young, starting-out artist, it was so inspiring that guys who went to the same high school that I did could write such an incredible song. Really this song is the sound of an Aussie summer - similar to GANGgajang and Icehouse."