The legendary Australian-based singer-songwriter Eric Bogle will be in Wellington at the end of the month during what may be his final concert tour of New Zealand.
Eric has recorded 14 albums in his long and outstanding career. Hes perhaps best known for his anti-war songs, The Band Played Waltzing Matilda, his tribute to the ANZACS of Gallipoli and No Mans Land (The Green Fields of France), but he has also written some of the funniest songs you will hear.
The Scottish-born songster did time as a rock singer before changing musical direction and emigrating to Australia, where became a professional musician in 1980.
His songs have been recorded by Joan Baez, Mary Black, Donovan, Billy Bragg, The Pogues and The Furies, amongst others.
He has toured extensively over the past 25 years or so.
His contributions to music and entertainment have been recognised with an Order of Australia medal and a U.N. Peace medal.
Eric Bogle will be performing with his long-time musical partner, John Munro (guitar and mandolin) during his New Zealand tour.
His only Wellington concert is on Sunday, October 31st, at The Ruby Lounge, starting at 7.30 pm.
