Album: The Real Thing by Midnight Oil (2000)
Genre: Rock | Style: Rock/Pop | Mood: Gritty
Format: Album

Artist Background: Midnight Oil (also known informally as "The Oils" to fans), were an Australian rock band from Sydney originally performing as Farm from 1972 with drummer Rob Hirst, bass guitarist Andrew James and keyboard player/lead guitarist Jim Moginie. While vocalist Peter Garrett was studying at Australian National University in Canberra, he answered an advertisement for a spot in Farm, and by 1975 the band was touring the east coast. By late 1976, Garrett moved to Sydney to complete his law degree, and... Part of the Sydney, Australia music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: Hunters & Collectors, Australian Crawl, Cold Chisel, Hoodoo Gurus

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

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


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