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Greg Arnold
Gregory Charles Arnold is an Australian singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, producer and academic. Arnold won the APRA Awards (Australia)#Songwriter of the Year, APRA Songwriter of the Year award in 1993 and performs regularly as a solo artist and with his folk rock band, Things of Stone and Wood. Biography By 1986 Greg Arnold was lead vocalist with Melbourne indie rock band, 13 at Midnight, which released a cover version of "She Sells Sanctuary" (originally by The Cult), on Cleopatra Records. The original line-up were Arnold, Russell Hall on bass guitar, Peter Pilley on drums, and Byron Smith on lead guitar (music journalist at ''Juke Magazine''). Hall was soon replaced by Michael Allen on bass guitar. The group followed with an album, ''Warring Tribes'', in 1987 on Cleopatra Records. By 1989 the group, 13 at Midnight, had disbanded, Arnold recalled in March 1993, "I wasn't particularly keen to get into a band after Thirteen at Midnight ... but [Allen] kind of talked me i ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Folk Rock
Folk rock is a hybrid music genre that combines the elements of folk and rock music, which arose in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom in the mid-1960s. In the U.S., folk rock emerged from the folk music revival. Performers such as Bob Dylan and the Byrds—several of whose members had earlier played in folk ensembles—attempted to blend the sounds of rock with their pre-existing folk repertoire, adopting the use of electric instrumentation and drums in a way previously discouraged in the U.S. folk community. The term "folk rock" was initially used in the U.S. music press in June 1965 to describe the Byrds' music. The commercial success of the Byrds' cover version of Dylan's "Mr. Tambourine Man" and their debut album of the same name, along with Dylan's own recordings with rock instrumentation—on the albums ''Bringing It All Back Home'' (1965), ''Highway 61 Revisited'' (1965), and '' Blonde on Blonde'' (1966)—encouraged other folk acts, such as Simon & Ga ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Melbourne Polytechnic
Melbourne Polytechnic, formerly NMIT, is an institute of higher education and vocational education (TAFE) located in Melbourne, Australia that has been operating since around 1910. In October 2014, the institute was renamed to Melbourne Polytechnic, aided by a $19 million grant from the Victorian Government. A wide selection of study options in vocational education are offered from short courses, pre-apprenticeships, apprenticeships and traineeships through to certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas, and onto higher education, tertiary degrees under the Australian Qualifications Framework. In 2013, there were 511 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) teaching staff and 348.5 (FTE) support staff employed by Melbourne Polytechnic delivering over 500 courses. There were 50,203 total enrollments as at November 2014 including 6,284 off-shore students at overseas partner institutions. Melbourne Polytechnic is the largest provider of primary industry training in Victoria and one of the larg ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Churchill's Black Dog
"Churchill's Black Dog" is a song written by Greg Arnold and recorded by Australian folk-rock band Things of Stone and Wood. The song was released in February 1995 as the second single from the band's second studio album ''Junk Theatre''. "Churchill's Black Dog" peaked at number 34 on the ARIA Charts The ARIA Charts are the main Australian music sales charts, issued weekly by the Australian Recording Industry Association. The charts are a record of the highest selling songs and albums in various genres in Australia. ARIA became the offici ... in March 1995. Track listing Charts References 1994 songs 1995 singles Things of Stone and Wood songs Songs written by Greg Arnold {{1990s-rock-song-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wild Flowers (Things Of Stone And Wood Song)
"Wildflowers" is a song written by Greg Arnold and recorded by Australian folk-rock band Things of Stone and Wood. The song was released in August 1994 as the lead single from the band's second studio album ''Junk Theatre''. "Wildflowers" peaked at number 41 on the ARIA Charts in September 1994. The record label were resistant in releasing "Wildflowers" as the lead single due to the word Nazi in the song's chorus, but writer Greg Arnold insisted. The song became the most played Australian single on radio in October 1994. In a review of the album, Jonathan Lewis from AllMusic AllMusic (previously known as All Music Guide and AMG) is an American online music database. It catalogs more than three million album entries and 30 million tracks, as well as information on musicians and bands. Initiated in 1991, the databas ... said the song is commentary "on the rise of racism in Australia". Track listing Charts References 1994 songs 1994 singles Things of Stone and Wood s ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Single Perfect Raindrop
"Single Perfect Raindrop" is a song written by Greg Arnold and recorded by Australian folk-rock band Things of Stone and Wood. The song was released in June 1993 as the fourth and final single from the band's debut studio album '' The Yearning''. "Single Perfect Raindrop" peaked at number 50 on the ARIA Charts The ARIA Charts are the main Australian music sales charts, issued weekly by the Australian Recording Industry Association. The charts are a record of the highest selling songs and albums in various genres in Australia. ARIA became the offici .... Track listing Charts References 1992 songs 1993 singles Things of Stone and Wood songs Songs written by Greg Arnold {{1990s-rock-song-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rock This Boat
"Rock This Boat" is a song written by Greg Arnold and recorded by Australian folk-rock band Things of Stone and Wood. The song was released in March 1993 as the third single from the band's debut studio album '' The Yearning''. "Rock This Boat" peaked at number 51 on the ARIA Charts The ARIA Charts are the main Australian music sales charts, issued weekly by the Australian Recording Industry Association. The charts are a record of the highest selling songs and albums in various genres in Australia. ARIA became the offici .... Track listing Charts References 1992 songs 1993 singles Things of Stone and Wood songs Songs written by Greg Arnold {{1990s-rock-song-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Happy Birthday Helen
"Happy Birthday Helen" is a song written by Greg Arnold and recorded by Australian folk-rock band Things of Stone and Wood. The song was released in November 1992 as the second single from the band's debut studio album '' The Yearning''. "Happy Birthday Helen" peaked at number 9 on the ARIA Charts The ARIA Charts are the main Australian music sales charts, issued weekly by the Australian Recording Industry Association. The charts are a record of the highest selling songs and albums in various genres in Australia. ARIA became the offici ... in February 1993. Track listing Charts Weekly charts Year-end charts Certifications References 1992 songs 1992 singles Things of Stone and Wood songs Songs written by Greg Arnold {{1990s-rock-song-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Share This Wine
"Share This Wine" is a song written by Greg Arnold and recorded by Australian folk-rock band Things of Stone and Wood. The song was released in September 1992 as the lead single from the band's debut studio album '' The Yearning''. "Share This Wine" peaked at number 46 on the ARIA Charts in October 1992. At the ARIA Music Awards of 1993, the song was nominated for two awards; winning ARIA Award for Best New Talent The ARIA Music Award for Best New Talent was an award presented at the annual ARIA Music Awards. It was presented from 1987 through to 1998. The award for Best New Talent was first presented in 1987. Crowded House won the award with their single "D .... Track listing Charts References 1992 songs 1992 singles ARIA Award-winning songs Things of Stone and Wood songs Songs written by Greg Arnold {{1990s-rock-song-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shock Records
Shock Records (now part of Shock Entertainment) is an Australian independent record label. History The three founding members had all previously worked in music retail or distribution: Williams for a Melbourne distribution company called "Musicland", Falvo for Exposure Records and McGee for Greville Records. Other ventures Shock also started the company CDFA, an entertainment distribution and fulfilment company, which also engages in music publishing. Recent developments include the launch of Ragged Company Touring and Kimchi Creative Services. See also * List of record labels * :Shock Records albums References External links * {{Authority control Record labels established in 1988 1988 establishments in Australia Australian independent record labels Heavy metal record labels Record labels based in Melbourne Alternative rock record labels Hardcore record labels ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Junk Theatre
''Junk Theatre'' is the second studio album by Australian folk-rock band Things of Stone and Wood. The album was released in March 1995 and debuted and peaked at number 8 on the ARIA Charts. Reception Jonathan Lewis from AllMusic AllMusic (previously known as All Music Guide and AMG) is an American online music database. It catalogs more than three million album entries and 30 million tracks, as well as information on musicians and bands. Initiated in 1991, the databas ... said "While similar in many ways to their debut ''The Yearning'', this album had a harder musical edge, often more rock than folk... Again, social commentary was Things of Stone and Wood's main source of inspiration, although on ''Junk Theatre'' there were much fewer specific Australian references. Everything from racism to the negative effects of television are touched upon." Track listing Charts Release history References {{Authority control 1995 albums Things of Stone and Wood albums ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Australian Recording Industry Association
The Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) is a trade association representing the Australian recording industry which was established in the 1970s by six major record companies, EMI, Festival, CBS, RCA, WEA and Universal replacing the Association of Australian Record Manufacturers (AARM) which was formed in 1956. It oversees the collection, administration and distribution of music licenses and royalties. The association has more than 100 members, including small labels typically run by one to five people, medium size organisations and very large companies with international affiliates. ARIA is administered by a Board of Directors comprising senior executives from record companies, both large and small. History In 1956, the Association of Australian Record Manufacturers (AARM) was formed by Australia's major record companies. It was replaced in the 1970s by the Australian Recording Industry Association, which was established by the six major record companies operati ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Yearning (Things Of Stone And Wood Album)
''The Yearning'' is the debut studio album by Australian folk-rock band Things of Stone and Wood. The album was released in February 1993 and peaked at number 8 on the ARIA Charts. At the ARIA Music Awards of 1994, the album was nominated for Best Cover Art and Breakthrough Artist – Album. Reception Jonathan Lewis from AllMusic said "''The Yearning'' was a gem, full of the band's trademark bittersweet folk-pop, with an unmistakably Australian feel." adding "Much of Things of Stone and Wood's music dealt in familiar Australian images... from the Yarra River to songs about suburban Melbourne Melbourne ( ; Boonwurrung/Woiwurrung: ''Narrm'' or ''Naarm'') is the capital and most populous city of the Australian state of Victoria, and the second-most populous city in both Australia and Oceania. Its name generally refers to a met ... and the Housing Commission flats that dominate sections of the city's skyline. Things of Stone and Wood are also one of only a few Australi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
