John Farnham

The History of ‘One’ from Harry Nilsson To Belinda Carlisle

Belinda Carlisle is the latest artist to record Harry Nilsson’s classic song ‘One’ but while the song has been a US hit for Three Dog Night, an Australian hit for John Farnham and in pop culture covered for ‘The X-Files’ and ‘Magnolia’, the original Harry Nilsson version failed to make the Top 100.

Tagged as: 60s, Aimee Mann, Belinda Carlisle, Filter, Harry Nilsson, John Farnham, One pop, Three Dog Night, USA

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John Farnham Band Members Band Horizon Share New Song ‘Primitive’

by Paul Cashmere

Melbourne’s Horizon, the band featuring John Farnham Band members Angus Burchall and Brett Garsed with Lee Bradshaw, Rich Panaia and the late Stuart Fraser, have a new song ‘Primitive’ ahead of their Melbourne performance in August.

Tagged as: 20s, Angus Burchall, Australia, Brett Garsed, Horizon, John Farnham, Lee bradshaw, metal, Noiseworks, Primitive, Rick Panaia, rock, Stuart Fraser

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John Farnham Becomes A Grandfather

by Paul Cashmere

John Farnham is a grandfather. Jett James Farnham was born in Melbourne on June 18, 2025. The family has just now announced the news.

Tagged as: 60s, Australia, Jett Farnham, John Farnham, pop, Rob Farnham

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Keyboard Player Peter Jones, (Mississippi, Little River Band, John Farnham), Has Died

by Paul Cashmere

Peter Jones, renowned Australian keyboard player who has played on recordings for Little River Band, Crowded House, The Ferrets and john Farnham, has died.

Tagged as: 70s, Australia, Crowded House, John Farnham, Little River Band, Mississippi, Peter Jones, rock, The Ferrets

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Richard Marx Melbourne 2024 photo by Winston Robinson

Richard Marx Gifts Paul Stanley John Farnham

by Paul Cashmere

Richard Marx has gifted Paul Stanley of Kiss the John Farnham classic ‘Whispering Jack’.

Tagged as: 80s, John Farnham, Kiss, Paul Stanley, pop, Richard Marx, USA, Whispering Jack

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Horizon Brings Together John Farnham Band of Stuart Fraser, Brett Garsed and Angus Burchall

by Paul Cashmere

The unfamiliar band name Horizon will have a familiar sound as Horizon features three members of the John Farnham Band, Angus Burchall, Brett Garsed and the final recordings of the late Stuart Fraser of Noiseworks.

Tagged as: 20s, Angus Burchall, Australia, Brett Garsed, hard rock, Horizon, John Farnham, Lee bradshaw, metal, Stuart Fraser

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Check Out The Final Work Of Stuart ‘Chet’ Fraser With Horizon

by Paul Cashmere

The final studio work for the late Stuart ‘Chet’ Fraser of Noiseworks was captured for Horizon. The band features John Farnham band alumni Brett Garsed (guitar) and Angus Burchall (drums) with Stuart of guitar, Lee Bradshaw on vocals and Richard Panaia on bass.

Tagged as: 10s, Angus Burchall, Australia, Heavy Rock, Horizon, John Farnham, Lee Bradshaw Brett Garsed, Richard Panaia, rock, Stuart Chet Fraser

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Roger McLachlan photo by Jason Rosewarne

Little River Band Co-Founder Roger McLachlan Dies At Age 71

by Paul Cashmere

Roger McLachlan, the New Zealand born bass player and co-founder of Little River Band, has died from pancreatic cancer at the age of 71.

Tagged as: 70s, Australia, John Farnham, Little River Band, rock, Roger McLachlan, Stars

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Brett Garsed Didn’t Know Who Ozzie and Harriet Was When He Joined Nelson

by Paul Cashmere

Australian guitarist Brett Garsed had no idea of the legacy of the Nelson family when he joined Matthew and Gunnar Nelson’s band Nelson in the mid 80s.

Tagged as: 80s, Australia, Brett Garsed, John Farnham, Nelson, Rick Nelson, rock, Whispering Jack

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Songs From The First Countdown 8 November 1974

by Paul Cashmere

The very first Countdown aired in Australia on 8 November 1974, at 6:30pm on a Friday and its original duration was to fit inside a 30 minute slot.

Tagged as: 70s, Australia, Countdown, Ian Meldrum, John Farnham, Molly, pop, Sherbet, Skyhooks

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John Farnham’s Voice To Be Heard For First Time Since 2022 Surgery

by Paul Cashmere

John Farnham will be heard for the first time since his 2022 cancer surgery on the audiobook for his upcoming memoir ‘The Voice Inside’.

Tagged as: 60s, Australia, book, John Farnham, pop, The Voice Inside

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Guitars 4 Veterans Australia Second Tour

Aaron Schembri and Miss Rosie C feature on Second ‘Guitars for Veterans Australia (G4VA) Song

by Paul Cashmere

Melbourne’s finest musicians have gathered for ‘Travellin’ Soldier’, the second single from Guitars For veterans Australia (G4VA) ‘Second Tour’ album.

Tagged as: Aaron Schembri, Australia, blues, Guitar Veterans For Australia, GV4A, John Farnham, Miss Rosie C, rock, Russell Morris

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Australia’s Newest Supergroup The Good Dog Band is Steve Wade, Angus Birchall, Paul Gildea and Paul Cartwright

by Paul Cashmere

Australia has a new supergroup. The Good Dog Band are Steve Wade, Angus Birchall, Paul Gildea and Paul Cartwright and the first gig is locked in.

Tagged as: Angus Birchall, Australia, Brian Cadd, Icehouse, John Farnham, Paul Cartwright, Paul Gildea, pop, rock, Steve Wade

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Historic 1999 Tour of Duty Concert Featuring John Farnham, Kylie Minogue and The Living End To Be Released For ANZAC Day

by Paul Cashmere

John Farnham said shortly after arriving in Dili: “I’ll never be able to explain to my family and friends how I felt being transported in a green truck accompanied by a soldier brandishing arms, and looking at children and women on the streets in what’s been a horrendous situation.”

Tagged as: 90s, ARCA, Australia, Desk Top Series, Dili All Stars, Doc Neeson, John Farnham, Kylie Minogue, rock, The Living End, Tour of Duty

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John Farnham To Publish His Official Memoir

by Paul Cashmere

Following the success of the ‘John Farnham: Finding the Voice’ biopic, John will publish his official memoir in October.

Tagged as: Australia, book, contemporary, Hachette, John Farnham, pop, The Voice Inside

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John Farnham Family Release First Photo of John Since Surgery

by Paul Cashmere

John Farnham’s son James has posted a family photo from Christmas showing John at Christmas lunch surrounded by his family.

Tagged as: 60s, 70s, 80s, Australia, James Farnham, John Farnham, pop

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John Farnham Management Confirm No Payment Was Made For Use of ‘You’re The Voice’ For The YES Campaign

by Paul Cashmere

Contrary to suggestions by Nine Media, John Farnham has not charged the Yes campaign for the licensing of his classic ‘You’re The Voice’ for the upcoming referendum.

Tagged as: 80s, Australia, Australian referendum, John Farnham, pop, Yes Campaign, You're The Voice

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John Farnham Speaks Up For The Voice Sharing You’re The Voice For First Nations

by Paul Cashmere

John Farnham has given permission for First Nations to use his classic ‘You’re The Voice’ in support of the Yes campaign.

Tagged as: 80s, Australia, Australian referendum, John Farnham, pop, Yes Campaign, You're The Voice

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John Farnham Is Having A Pizza Today

by Paul Cashmere

John Farnham is having a pizza today. Normally that would be underwhelming news for anyone else but for John it is a major accomplishment as he marks the one year anniversary of when he undertook a 12 hour operation for the removal of a cancerous tumour.

Tagged as: 60s, 70s, Australia, contemporary, John Farnham, pop

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John Farnham Finding The Voice Scores 866,000 Viewers For the Seven Network

by Paul Cashmere

The television premiere of ‘John Farnham: Finding The Voice’ has pulled in 866,000 for the Seven Network across the five city metro spread of Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth.

Tagged as: Australia, Finding the Voice, John Farnham, music industry, pop, Seven Network

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Burning Grace ‘Let Me Go’ Features John Farnham Band Members

by Paul Cashmere

The new song from Burning Grace titled ‘Let Me Go’ features some special guests with guitarist Brett Garsed and bass player Craig Newman from the John Farnham Band as well as drummer Gerry Pantazis who has worked with Tommy Emmanuel and Olivia Newton-John and who will be performed with Russell Morris on his upcoming orchestra shows.

Tagged as: 20s, Australia, Brett Garsed, Burning Grace, Craig Newman, Gerry Pantazis, Hannah Frances, John Farnham, Let Me Go, Olivia Newton-John, pop, Russell Morris, Tommy Emmanuel

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Rolling Thunder Vietnam Tour Is Dedicated To Stuart Fraser

by Paul Cashmere

The latest instalment of the Rolling Thunder Vietnam tour is being dedicated to Noiseworks/John Farnham guitarist Stuart ‘Chet’ Fraser.

Tagged as: 60s, Australia, Chong Lim, John Farnham, Noiseworks, rock, Rolling Thunder Vietnam, Stuart Fraser, theatre

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John Farnham performs at One Electric Day Werribee Park. Photo by Ros O'Gorman

John Farnham Biopic ‘Finding The Voice’ Reveals John’s Struggle With Fame

by Paul Cashmere

Fans see the fame and fortune but rarely have insight into the stars they admire. ‘John Farnham: Finding the Voice’ reveals the real struggle John Farnham has had over his long career. We see the highs we know but the documentary also goes into great details about the lows and pitfalls that Farnham had to overcome.

Tagged as: 60s, 70s, 80s, Australia, Finding the Voice, John Farnham, movie, pop

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Statement from the Farnham Family on Health of John Farnham

by Paul Cashmere

This is the latest update from the Farnham family on the status of the health of John Farnham. Noise11 is republishing the complete announcement unedited.

Tagged as: 60s, 70s, 80s, Australia, Finding the Voice, John Farnham, pop

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The Smashing Pumpkins photo by Ros O'Gorman

The Smashing Pumpkins Cover John Farnham and AC/DC At Sydney Show

by Paul Cashmere

The Smashing Pumpkins Cover John Farnham and AC/DC At Sydney Show

Tagged as: AC/DC, alternative, Australia, John Farnham, live music, metal, rock, Smashing Pumpkins, The World Is A Vampire, USA

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John Farnham Finding The Voice Trailer Premieres and Soundtrack Album Is Also Coming

by Paul Cashmere

A trailer for the upcoming document ‘John Farnham: Finding The Voice’ by Poppy Stockell has premiered as well as a opening date for May 18, 2023.

Tagged as: 70s, 80s, Australia, contemporary, Finding the Voice, John Farnham, pop

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Update on the Health of John Farnham

by Noise11.com

The family of John Farnham have issued the following update on John’s health. Noise11 is republishing the entire statement unedited for your information.

Tagged as: 60s, 70s, Australia, John Farnham, pop

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‘You’re The Voice’ Co-Writer Keith Reid of Procol Harum Dead At Age 76

by Paul Cashmere

Keith Reid, a founding member of Procol Harum and lyricist for the band and co-writer of John Farnham’s ‘You’re The Voice’, has died at age 76.

Tagged as: 70s, 80s, John Farnham, Keith Reid, Procol Harum, rock, UK, You're The Voice

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National Film and Sound Archives Discovers 1972 John Farnham Performance

by Paul Cashmere

Australia’s National Film and Sound Archives has added a restored video of a 1972 performance by John Farnham doing Stevie Wonder’s ‘For Once In My Life’ on Happening ’72.

Tagged as: 70s, Australia, Happening 72, Jeff Phillips, John Farnham, National Film and Sound Archives, NFSA, pop

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John Farnham Thanks Robbie Williams For The Tribute At The AFL Grand Final

by Paul Cashmere

The family of John Farnham has issued a statement to say how much John appreciated the Robbie Williams tribute at the Grand Final on Saturday and how much he enjoyed watch Robbie perform ‘You’re The Voice’.

Tagged as: 80s, AFL, Australia, Grand Final, John Farnham, pop, Robbie Williams, rock, You're The Voice

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