Album: The Latest and Greatest by Skyhooks (1990)
Genre: Rock | Style: Rock/Pop | Mood: Quirky
Record Label: Mushroom Records
Format: Compilation

Description: The Latest and Greatest is a greatest hits compilation album by Australian rock band Skyhooks. It was released by Mushroom Records in November 1990 in Australia and peaked at number 4 on the chart and was certified platinum.

Artist Background: Skyhooks were an Australian rock band formed in Melbourne in March 1973 by mainstays Greg Macainsh on bass guitar and backing vocals, and Imants "Freddie" Strauks on drums. They were soon joined by Bob "Bongo" Starkie on guitar and backing vocals, and Red Symons on guitar, vocals and keyboards; Graeme "Shirley" Strachan became lead vocalist in March 1974. Described as a glam rock band, because of flamboyant costumes and make-up, Skyhooks addressed teenage issues including buying drugs ("Carlt... Part of the Melbourne, Australia music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

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

Tags: Rock, Rock/Pop, Quirky, 1990s, Compilation, Mushroom Records


The Latest and Greatest is a greatest hits compilation album by Australian rock band Skyhooks. It was released by Mushroom Records in November 1990 in Australia and peaked at number 4 on the chart and was certified platinum.

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