Australian Music Artists, Songs and Culture
Living Loud explores the artists and songs that shape Australian music.
Featured Articles
The latest and most essential stories from Living Loud.
Daniel Johns in Conversation on Burnout, Fame and Silverchair
Daniel Johns reflects on burnout, fame, Silverchair, and life after teenage stardom in conversations from Inside the Mind of Daniel Johns.
The Ironic Meaning of “Never Tear Us Apart” Lyrics by INXS
The real (ironic) meaning of INXS’s Never Tear Us Apart, who Michael wrote it about, and how the lyrics show a dark side of relationships.
Who Are the Members of Peking Duk?
Peking Duk is made up of Adam Hyde and Reuben Styles. Learn who the members are, how the duo began, and where the band name came from.
Artists ›
Australian musicians, bands, and notable figures in the music scene.
Songs ›
Australian song meanings, lyrics discussion, and stories behind well-known tracks.
Living Loud – “I Don’t Know” Live (Ozzy Osbourne Song)
Watch Living Loud perform I Don’t Know live. The Ozzy Osbourne song was written by Bob Daisley, who also performed it with the band.
Living Loud – “Good Times” Live in Sydney (2004)
Watch Living Loud perform Good Times live in Sydney in 2004. Jimmy Barnes leads the band on the Easybeats classic at their debut concert.
Music Culture ›
Stories around Aussie artists, music history, and the cultural side of the industry.
Pub Rock: How Australian Bands Built Careers with Live Music
How Australian pub rock bands built careers through relentless live shows, from suburban pubs to national fame in the 1970s and 1980s.
How Different Music Genres Affect Your Mood and Brain
How different music genres affect your mood and brain, from calm classical to high-energy rock, and effects of tempo, volume, and rhythm.
