Music

Political Lyrics with John Schumann

Posted on: Tue 25 Apr 2017

In 1975, the Australian Folk-Rock band Redgum was formed and very quickly began to take Australia by storm with its political lyrics and controversial topics. There song I Was Only 19 is still known as one of Australia’s greatest hits. 

Redgum’s lead singer John Schumann joined Morgan Burley in studio to chat all about his songs.

Produced by Morgan Burley

 

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