Album: Every Man a King by James Reyne (2007)
Genre: Rock | Style: Rock/Pop
Format: Album

Artist Background: James Reyne (born James Michael Nugent Reyne on 19 May 1957 in Lagos, Nigeria) is an Australian rock musician and singer/songwriter both as a member of the iconic 1980s band Australian Crawl and solo work. He is a successful singer/ songwriter and prolific artist. James continues to perform and release material. Part of the Australia music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: Australian Crawl, Richard Clapton, Ian Moss, Noiseworks

Music Scene: Part of the Australia music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: Rock, Rock/Pop, 2000s, Album


Album: Speedboats for Breakfast by James Reyne (2004)
Genre: Rock | Style: Rock/Pop
Format: Album

Artist Background: James Reyne (born James Michael Nugent Reyne on 19 May 1957 in Lagos, Nigeria) is an Australian rock musician and singer/songwriter both as a member of the iconic 1980s band Australian Crawl and solo work. He is a successful singer/ songwriter and prolific artist. James continues to perform and release material. Part of the Australia music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: Australian Crawl, Richard Clapton, Ian Moss, Noiseworks

Music Scene: Part of the Australia music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: Rock, Rock/Pop, 2000s, Album


Album: Design for Living by James Reyne (1999)
Genre: Rock | Style: Rock/Pop
Format: Album

Artist Background: James Reyne (born James Michael Nugent Reyne on 19 May 1957 in Lagos, Nigeria) is an Australian rock musician and singer/songwriter both as a member of the iconic 1980s band Australian Crawl and solo work. He is a successful singer/ songwriter and prolific artist. James continues to perform and release material. Part of the Australia music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: Australian Crawl, Richard Clapton, Ian Moss, Noiseworks

Music Scene: Part of the Australia music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: Rock, Rock/Pop, 1990s, Album


Album: James Reyne by James Reyne (1987)
Genre: Rock | Style: Rock/Pop
Format: Album

Artist Background: James Reyne (born James Michael Nugent Reyne on 19 May 1957 in Lagos, Nigeria) is an Australian rock musician and singer/songwriter both as a member of the iconic 1980s band Australian Crawl and solo work. He is a successful singer/ songwriter and prolific artist. James continues to perform and release material. Part of the Australia music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: Australian Crawl, Richard Clapton, Ian Moss, Noiseworks

Music Scene: Part of the Australia music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: Rock, Rock/Pop, 1980s, Album

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Album: Electric Digger Dandy by James Reyne (1991)
Genre: Rock | Style: Rock/Pop
Format: Album

Artist Background: James Reyne (born James Michael Nugent Reyne on 19 May 1957 in Lagos, Nigeria) is an Australian rock musician and singer/songwriter both as a member of the iconic 1980s band Australian Crawl and solo work. He is a successful singer/ songwriter and prolific artist. James continues to perform and release material. Part of the Australia music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: Australian Crawl, Richard Clapton, Ian Moss, Noiseworks

Music Scene: Part of the Australia music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: Rock, Rock/Pop, 1990s, Album

Additional Context: Available on Discogs marketplace


Album: Hard Reyne by James Reyne (1989)
Genre: Rock | Style: Rock/Pop
Format: Album

Description: Hard Reyne is the second solo album by Australian singer/songwriter James Reyne. It was released in May 1989 and peaked at number 7 on the ARIA Charts. The album produced four singles, "House of Cards", "One More River", "Trouble in Paradise" and "Harvest Moon".

Artist Background: James Reyne (born James Michael Nugent Reyne on 19 May 1957 in Lagos, Nigeria) is an Australian rock musician and singer/songwriter both as a member of the iconic 1980s band Australian Crawl and solo work. He is a successful singer/ songwriter and prolific artist. James continues to perform and release material. Part of the Australia music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: Australian Crawl, Richard Clapton, Ian Moss, Noiseworks

Music Scene: Part of the Australia music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: Rock, Rock/Pop, 1980s, Album

Additional Context: Available on Discogs marketplace


Hard Reyne is the second solo album by Australian singer/songwriter James Reyne. It was released in May 1989 and peaked at number 7 on the ARIA Charts. The album produced four singles, "House of Cards", "One More River", "Trouble in Paradise" and "Harvest Moon".

Album: Thirteen by James Reyne (2012)
Genre: Rock | Style: Rock/Pop
Format: Album

Description: Thirteen shares something with novelists such as John Cheever and Richard Ford, the notion that middle age, not youth, is when a person can make the most dangerous, destructive decisions in their life. Reyne said, "There's a desperation that comes with middle age, and there are things that can go wrong. The record is autobiographical - there's a song called "The Drone" that's written about me. It's a joke, but kind of true. I'm a big fan of Warren Zevon and Randy Newman, and they've always been frank in what they sang about while having fun with the phrases."

Artist Background: James Reyne (born James Michael Nugent Reyne on 19 May 1957 in Lagos, Nigeria) is an Australian rock musician and singer/songwriter both as a member of the iconic 1980s band Australian Crawl and solo work. He is a successful singer/ songwriter and prolific artist. James continues to perform and release material. Part of the Australia music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: Australian Crawl, Richard Clapton, Ian Moss, Noiseworks

Music Scene: Part of the Australia music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: Rock, Rock/Pop, 2010s, Album


Thirteen shares something with novelists such as John Cheever and Richard Ford, the notion that middle age, not youth, is when a person can make the most dangerous, destructive decisions in their life. Reyne said, "There's a desperation that comes with middle age, and there are things that can go wrong. The record is autobiographical - there's a song called "The Drone" that's written about me. It's a joke, but kind of true. I'm a big fan of Warren Zevon and Randy Newman, and they've always been frank in what they sang about while having fun with the phrases."

"Ghost Ships" by James Reyne is a rock album that carries a polished yet raw energy, characteristic of Reyne's style. The production leans towards a clean, crisp sound with a focus on guitar-driven melodies and steady rhythms. Tracks like "Beautiful People" and "Way Out West" showcase a blend of upbeat tempos and catchy hooks, while "Burning Wood" and "Rainbow's Dead End" offer a more introspective, mid-tempo vibe. The instrumentation is rich with layered guitars, steady percussion, and Reyne's distinctive vocal delivery, which adds a textured depth to the overall sound. The album maintains a cohesive energy, balancing between high-octane rock anthems and more reflective, melodic pieces, making it a distinctive entry in Reyne's discography.

Album: Ghost Ships by James Reyne (2007)
Format: Album

Artist Background: James Reyne (born James Michael Nugent Reyne on 19 May 1957 in Lagos, Nigeria) is an Australian rock musician and singer/songwriter both as a member of the iconic 1980s band Australian Crawl and solo work. He is a successful singer/ songwriter and prolific artist. James continues to perform and release material. Part of the Australia music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: Australian Crawl, Richard Clapton, Ian Moss, Noiseworks

Music Scene: Part of the Australia music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: 2000s, Album


Album: ...and the Horse You Rode in On! by James Reyne (2005)
Genre: Rock | Style: Rock/Pop
Format: Album

Artist Background: James Reyne (born James Michael Nugent Reyne on 19 May 1957 in Lagos, Nigeria) is an Australian rock musician and singer/songwriter both as a member of the iconic 1980s band Australian Crawl and solo work. He is a successful singer/ songwriter and prolific artist. James continues to perform and release material. Part of the Australia music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: Australian Crawl, Richard Clapton, Ian Moss, Noiseworks

Music Scene: Part of the Australia music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: Rock, Rock/Pop, 2000s, Album


"The Best" by James Reyne, released in 1992, encapsulates the quintessential sound of Australian rock from the late '80s to early '90s. Known for his distinctive vocal delivery, Reyne's compilation album features a blend of rock and pop elements with polished production typical of the era. The instrumentation is marked by driving guitar riffs, steady percussion, and melodic bass lines, creating an energetic yet accessible sound. The tempo varies across tracks, maintaining a dynamic flow that ranges from upbeat rock anthems to more introspective ballads. The production quality emphasizes clarity and balance, allowing Reyne's unique voice to cut through the mix. This collection stands out for its catchy hooks and the seamless integration of rock sensibilities with pop appeal.

Album: The Best by James Reyne (1992)
Format: Album

Artist Background: James Reyne (born James Michael Nugent Reyne on 19 May 1957 in Lagos, Nigeria) is an Australian rock musician and singer/songwriter both as a member of the iconic 1980s band Australian Crawl and solo work. He is a successful singer/ songwriter and prolific artist. James continues to perform and release material. Part of the Australia music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: Australian Crawl, Richard Clapton, Ian Moss, Noiseworks

Music Scene: Part of the Australia music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: 1990s, Album


Album: The Whiff of Bedlam by James Reyne (1994)
Genre: Rock | Style: Rock/Pop
Format: Album

Artist Background: James Reyne (born James Michael Nugent Reyne on 19 May 1957 in Lagos, Nigeria) is an Australian rock musician and singer/songwriter both as a member of the iconic 1980s band Australian Crawl and solo work. He is a successful singer/ songwriter and prolific artist. James continues to perform and release material. Part of the Australia music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: Australian Crawl, Richard Clapton, Ian Moss, Noiseworks

Music Scene: Part of the Australia music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: Rock, Rock/Pop, 1990s, Album


Album: TCB by James Reyne (2010)
Genre: Rock | Style: Rock/Pop
Format: Album

Description: TCB is a tribute album to his idol Elvis Presley and it stands for 'Taking Care of Business'.

Reyne celebrated the release of TCB album by performing two special theatre shows in May where he exclusively performed songs from this album along with other 'Elvis' material. The shows featured a 8 piece band and Reyne did not perform any of his own material at these performances. These shows took place on 21st May at Palais Theatre, St Kilda and 22nd May at State Theatre, Sydney.

Artist Background: James Reyne (born James Michael Nugent Reyne on 19 May 1957 in Lagos, Nigeria) is an Australian rock musician and singer/songwriter both as a member of the iconic 1980s band Australian Crawl and solo work. He is a successful singer/ songwriter and prolific artist. James continues to perform and release material. Part of the Australia music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: Australian Crawl, Richard Clapton, Ian Moss, Noiseworks

Music Scene: Part of the Australia music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: Rock, Rock/Pop, 2010s, Album


TCB is a tribute album to his idol Elvis Presley and it stands for 'Taking Care of Business'.

Reyne celebrated the release of TCB album by performing two special theatre shows in May where he exclusively performed songs from this album along with other 'Elvis' material. The shows featured a 8 piece band and Reyne did not perform any of his own material at these performances. These shows took place on 21st May at Palais Theatre, St Kilda and 22nd May at State Theatre, Sydney.

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