Respected New Zealand performer and international star John Rowles hit the heights in the late 60s, 70s and 80s with a string of successful songs such as ‘If I Only Had Time’, ‘Hush Not a Word To Mary’ and the delightful ‘Cheryl Moana Marie’, inspired by his sister.…
Widely recognised as Australia’s King of Pop throughout the 50s and 60s Johnny O’Keefe’s rise to fame is considered Aussie rock’n’roll legend. Adored by fans and nicknamed ‘The Wild One’, J.O.K released over fifty singles, 50 EPs and 100 albums in an astonishing…
Marty Robbins was perhaps the most versatile singer in country music, and these long lost performances bear that out. He runs the gamut from Hawaiian songs to western ballads to teen pop to classic country. He does it all effortlessly, and he does it all superbly. If you weren't lucky enough to…
One of the greatest musical talents of all time, Louis 'Satchmo' Armstrong raised his trumpet and delivered a sensational concert for the BP Supershow, recorded at Australia's Television City (GTV 9 Studios) in 1964. Backed by his talented All-Star band (including drummer extraordinaire…
After performing abroad for several years and establishing an impressive international career with The Merry Widow, celebrated chanteuse June Bronhill was invited to perform on the popular Australian television event The BP Super Show in 1961. Hosted by musician and entertainer Horrie Dargie, the…
Decades before RuPaul frocked up and Priscilla Queen Of The Desert hit the mainstream, Danny La Rue, Britain's foremost female impersonator, turned cross dressing into popular entertainment. One of the world’s most flamboyant and admired performers, La Rue was a regular guest on Australian…
Ella Fitzgerald visited Australia back in 1960. Gracefully stepping up to the microphone for the celebrated television event The BP Super Show, hosted by musician and entertainer Horrie Dargie, Ella Fitzgerald delivered a mellifluous set of legendary songs in an intimate concert setting at The Embers…
1960s British Pop sensation Herman's Hermits captured the imagination of a generation with their clean-cut look and chart-topping tunes. In 1966 the original line-up, featuring Keith Hopwood, Karl Green, Derek Leckenby, Peter Noone, and Barry Whitwam performed a one-off live show for Australian…
Australia’s first ‘singing cowboy’ Smoky Dawson entertained audiences for over 70 years with his trademark steel string guitar and distinct country yodel. A true pioneer of the Australian country music scene backed by a well respected radio show, his exploits and adventures astride…
Steve Wright may well be regarded as a pioneer of Australian Rock 'n' Roll. In the 60s with the Easybeats he created several Australian hits like 'She's So Fine', 'Sorry', and 'I'll Make You Happy' and the worldwide smash 'Friday On My Mind'.…
This memorable tribute to Ricky Nelson includes some of his greatest performances including: I'm Walkin', It's Late, Hello Mary Lou, Teenage Idol, Travellin' Man, Waitin' in School, I Got a Feelin', That's all Right Mama, Lonesome Town, Garden Party. Hosted by his…
Welsh comedian and singer Harry Secombe enjoyed many visits to Australia over the years. A legendary member of BBC radio’s THE GOON SHOW, Secombe’s versatile ability to entertain an audience not only with witty quips but also operatic arias was something to truly admire. A tribute to one…
