GANGgajang

GANGgajang – Live At Avoca
2024 will mark the 40th anniversary of the band with more touring and recording – and plenty of stories still to be told.

GANGgajang, the iconic Australian band, has etched its indelible mark on the country’s music landscape, captivating audiences for almost four decades with their unique blend of rock, pop, and nuanced storytelling. Formed in the mid 1980s, GANGgajang’s distinctive sound and thought-provoking lyrics have made them a beloved and enduring presence in the Australian music scene.

GANGgajang announced their arrival with their eponymous debut album in 1985, featuring the legendary hit single “Sounds of Then (This is Australia).” This song, with its evocative lyrics and catchy melody, took on a life of its own as it resonated with the Australian people, encapsulating the essence of their homeland. It is a testament to the band’s ability to connect with their audience on a deeply emotional level and to convey a sense of national identity and nostalgia, that has seen the song reach anthem status and continue to connect with new generations of fans to this day.

The band’s roots trace back to the mid-1980s when The Riptides singer Mark “Cal” Callaghan teamed up with The Angels rhythm section of Chris Bailey and Graham ‘Buzz’ Bidstrup.