This album is Down Under which is the fourth part of the project of Australian music and another tribute album to Australian Bands and Artists. The first volume is called Sounds of Then...This is Australia, the second volume is True Blue, and the third volume is called Howzat.

There were great Australian Bands and Artists whose music I loved right from my early teens to my late 40s …I have picked songs that have had a connection with me and always wanted to do my own ‘cover versions’…So there are songs across the generations from 1970 to 2016 which covers many bands and artists, so something for everyone...

The title song Down Under (Men at Work) (1980) is an upbeat version, with a touch of country flavour and is a new version from the one I recorded in Feb 2020. So, I hope you enjoy the new version and the video to complement this song is also on my YouTube channel (see below for link).

Cheap Thrills is a song by Australian songwriter and artist Sia in 2016. It is a bouncy "reggae-tinged" dance song and is bound to get you in the dancing mood...

The Little River Band had many hits and Curiosity Killed the Cat (1975) is one of those catchy songs that will get you humming the tune long after you first hear it. I always wanted to record my own cover version and hope it resonates with you as well.

I have also focused on Australian rock artist such as Jimmy Barnes who released Driving Wheels in Jan 1988. It has some great opening riffs and is one of my all-time favourites. So, hope you enjoy my cover version and the video to complement this song is also on my YouTube channel and included in the links below.

Solid Rock was recorded by Australian rock band Goanna and was released in September 1982 as the lead single from the band's debut studio album, Spirit of Place. "Solid Rock" peaked at number 2. 

No Lies is the debut single by Australian rock-pop band Noiseworks. It was released in 1986 as the first single from their first studio album Noiseworks and peaked at number 31. Love their music...so hope you enjoy this one as well...

Other songs included in this Album are Errol by Australian Crawl (1981), Cassandra by Sherbet (1973), Crazy by Icehouse (1987), You Shook Me All Night Long (ACDC) (1986), Ita by (Cold Chisel) (1980), and State of the Heart (Mondo Rock) (1980).

Solo Australian artists include Marcia Hines’ song titled You (Without You) (1977), Marty Rhone Denim and Lace (1975), Lady, What’s Your Name by John Swan, better known as Swanee who is the elder brother of  singer-songwriter Jimmy Barnes. The song was released in 1982.

I have recorded two songs by Australian artist Oliva Newton-John. If Not for You (1971) and Hopelessly Devoted to You (1978). I Love Rock and Roll by Joan Jett and the Blackhearts (1981).

Ted Mulry is an Australian singer, songwriter, bass player and guitarist. I have always loved his music and have recorded several of his songs which are on various albums. Julia (1970) is another hit which is on this album.

Home Among the Gum Trees by Australian artist John Williamson) (1974) is a popular Australian Folk song and I encourage you to singing along to this one.

I had a few ‘Aha’ moments with this album, as I continue to learn and upskill my music mastering techniques. 

I’m sure this selection of songs will bring back memories for some of you, whilst for others, it may bring about a new listening experience of Australian Music.

Enjoy!!!

Down Under (New Ver.) (O'Neill Fernandes)

song is about my personal development as an individual and chalanges that I have faced throughout my life path.

change

Change by Carina Stainforth

Get ready to vibe with 'Ey! Amapiano (Boss of the Block Mix)'! 🔥 It's a banger that blends thumping Amapiano beats with hot Spanish bars, taking you from Jozi streets to Havana heat. This track is a whole mood, a cultural mashup that'll get your heart bumping. Hit play & join the global groove! 🌐🎶 #AmapianoMeetsSpanish

Ey! Amapiano (Boss of the Block Mix)

Ey! Amapiano (Boss Of The Block Mix)

This is the most ancient love song in the world,  by the Sumerian goddess Inanna to her lover, the shepherd Dumuzi. 

You find lots of erotic imagery in the arts connected to the temple sex rites of the Fertile Crescent, which were about the Divine Marriage or Alchemical Marriage. This poem, attributed to Inanna, comes from the Isin-Larsa period (2017-1763 BCE) in Uruk, in which the EN-priest or king would engage in sexual congress with Inanna’s representative from the ranks of ENTU-priestesses.

There would have first been a royal procession to the giparu, Inanna’s temple, and the whole ritual would have concluded with a rich and lavish wedding feast. (If you'd like to read more, my article is here: https://anniedieuleveut.com/2023/05/15/inanna-queen-of-heaven-and-sumerian-womb-shamans/) 

The music and vocals are via the auspices of Udio.

Inanna's Song (erotic)

You may recognise the lyrics -  we've reimagined Eleanor Farjeon's hymn Morning Has Broken (made famous by Cat Stevens and Rick Wakeman) for the 21st century by giving it a modern choir arrangement in the style of John Rutter and John Taverner, via Udio. 

Words:

Morning has broken 
like the first morning,
blackbird has spoken
like the first bird.
Praise for the singing!
Praise for the morning!
Praise for them, springing 
fresh from the Word!

Sweet the rain’s new fall
sunlit from heaven,
like the first dewfall 
on the first grass.
Praise for the sweetness 
of the wet garden,
sprung in completeness 
where God’s feet pass.

Mine is the sunlight! 
Mine is the morning
born of the one light 
Eden saw play!
Praise with elation, 
praise every morning,
God’s recreation 
of the new day!

Morning

I always wanted to capture on a single Album the famous rock ballads that really connected with me during my early years as a music lover. So I present to you my 58th Studio Album ‘Love Bites’ which consists of 	specially selected rock ballads from the years 1974 to 1998. This is also a special extended edition of 20 songs that plays for 1 hour and 38 minutes. So I hope you get the same joy listening to these songs as I had playing, recording and producing them for you…				

‘Love Bites’ is a song by English glam metal band Def Leppard from their album ‘Hysteria’ and was released on the July 4th ,1988. 

‘Always’ is a song by American rock band Bon Jovi. It was released in September 1994 as a single from the band's first official greatest hits album, ‘Cross Road’.

‘I Don't Want to Miss a Thing’ is a song by American hard rock band Aerosmith that served as the theme song for the 1998 science fiction disaster film Armageddon. It was released on July 29, 1998.

‘You Give Love a Bad Name’ is a song by American rock band Bon Jovi, released as the first single from their 1986 album ‘Slippery When Wet’. 

‘This Ain't a Love Song’ is the lead single from American rock band Bon Jovi's sixth studio album, ‘These Days’ (1995). 

‘Alone’ is a song composed by Billy Steinberg and Tom Kelly. It was also recorded by American rock band ‘Heart’ who covered it on their 1987 album ‘Bad Animals’. 

‘Sleeping Beauty’ is a song by Australian rock band Divinyls. It was released in December 1985 as the fourth single from their second studio album ‘What a Life!’.

‘Like a Prayer’ is a song by American singer Madonna from her 1989 fourth studio album of the same name. It was released as the album's lead single on March 3, 1989.

‘One Way or Another’ is a song by American rock band Blondie from their 1978 album ‘Parallel Lines’. 

‘The Only Thing That Looks Good On Me Is You’ is a song by Canadian singer-songwriter Bryan Adams. It was released in May 1996 as the lead single from Adams' seventh studio album, ‘18 till I Die’ (1996).

‘I Need a Lover’ is the debut single by John Mellencamp, first released in 1978 under the stage name ‘Johnny Cougar’.

‘Edge of Seventeen’ is a song by American singer-songwriter Stevie Nicks from her debut solo studio album ‘Bella Donna’ (1981) and released on February 4, 1982.

‘Whatever Gets You Thru The Night’ is a song written by John Lennon, released as a single on 23rd Sept 1974.
‘Don't Stop’ is a song by the British American rock band Fleetwood Mac, written by Christine McVie. The song was sung by Lindsey Buckingham and McVie and was released as a single from the band's album Rumours (1977).

‘I'll Be There for You’ is a song by American rock band Bon Jovi, released as the third single from their Feb 1988 album, ‘New Jersey’. 

‘Only Women Bleed’ is a song by American rock singer Alice Cooper, released on his debut solo studio album ‘Welcome to My Nightmare’ (1975)

‘Bed of Roses’ is a song by American rock band Bon Jovi from their fifth studio album, ‘Keep the Faith’ (1992).

‘Lying Eyes’ is a song written by Don Henley and Glenn Frey and recorded in 1975 by the American rock band Eagles. It was the second single from their album ‘One of These Nights’.

‘Hard to Say I'm Sorry’ is a rock ballad by American rock band Chicago. It was released on May 17, 1982, as the lead single from the album ‘Chicago 16’. 

‘November Rain’ is a song by American hard rock band Guns N' Roses. The power ballad was released in February 1992 as the third single from the band's third studio album, ‘Use Your Illusion I’ (1991).

Enjoy!!!


The Only Thing That Looks Good On Me Is You (O'Neill Fernandes)

Nevermind

Come As You Are

Just An Another Guy

True Love

True Love (acoustic)

This album is Classic Rock…Vol.3 which is the third volume that continues with more classic rock hits across the generations…

The backing vocals used in the following Tracks have been purchased from Karaoke Version (www.karaoke-version.com) and licensed by Tency Music (www.tencymusic.com)

Wake Me Up Before You Go Go
Easy Livin’ 
Girl Talk

Music is such a fascinating subject in that I continue to learn and improve my guitar skills and music production experience…especially true for this album where I discovered new instrument plug-ins which make a difference to the final mastering of the song. So, I’m constantly learning and enjoying the experience…

This Album contains hits mainly from the 70’s and 80’s and I have picked songs that have had a connection with me and were my favourites… The first six songs of the album are pretty upbeat, so it’s bound to get you up dancing or lifting the mood…

There are other rock classics like Hot in the City, Go All the Way, Time is Tight, Green River, Get Off My Cloud, Hot Love which will bring back memories for some of you…

Albert Hammond was a good English singer and songwriter who sung hits like It Never Rains in Southern California, Down by The River (which is on my Classic Rock…Vol.2 Album) and this other great Rock Ballard: The Free Electric Band which is on this Album. I hope you enjoy my cover version of his songs…   

I still have a great selection of rock songs that I want to record…so watch this space for more rock classic releases…

Taylor Dayne is an American singer, song writer and actress who rose to fame in the 8o’s…this Rock Ballard: Love Will Lead You Back is one of my favourites and is included on this album…so hope You enjoy it…     

I enjoyed and loved producing this album, which again has taught me so much more about music and I’m sure you will enjoy listening and dancing to this compilation… Enjoy!!!

I Can Help (O'Neill Fernandes)

Easy Livin` (O'Neill Fernandes)

This album is Eternally is a collection of love ballads that takes you on a nostalgic journey of music through the generations…  

The album is dedicated in loving memory of our Dad (Austin) and the title song ‘Eternally’ was one of his favourites, which he sang quite often in the shower...some fond memories there... 
 
This is a chill-out album which is easy to listen and has some great hits like Stone in Love With You, My Happiness, Ace of Hearts, Amor, Afternoon Delight, Never Be Anyone Else But You, Long Live Love which will hopefully bring back some fond memories...

In the 70’s there was a song called Sad Eyes which is one of my favourites and I hope you enjoy my cover version of this song... 

There are other hits like Les Bicyclettes De Belsize, Dance While the Music Goes On, I Haven’t Met You Yet, Rose Garden, Old Fashioned Love Song...so hope you enjoy these songs as well…

Other songs include Baby I Love You, A Little More Love and Going Home (Theme Song from Local Hero). A great new song from Lucas Graham called Love Someone, which is a wonderful melody...I enjoyed recording this one and hope it resonates with you as well.  

I’m sure you will enjoy this chill-out album with a great collection of songs to brighten up your day and bring joy in your life…

Enjoy!!!

Eternally (O'Neill Fernandes)

Music is my passion from the time I was born....always been involved in some way, shape or form...from a Hi-Fi enthusiast to a Mobile DJ to a Guitarist and Producer....all self-taught, which makes it even more special... 

My goal is to make good music and send it out for the world to enjoy...so if you are listening to my music...know it is made with much love to bring joy in your life and a smile on your face...Enjoy!!!

About Me…
https://youtu.be/Fjfwq1v9kaU
https://magazine.dailymusicroll.com/2024/11/#page/1