{"title":"Skyhooks Vinyl Records Australia","description":"\u003cp\u003eSkyhooks were an Australian rock band formed in Melbourne in 1973, celebrated for their flamboyant stage presence, sharp social commentary and distinctive blend of glam rock, hard rock and Australian pub rock. Fronted during their most successful years by charismatic singer Graeme “Shirley” Strachan, the band became one of the defining acts of 1970s Australian music. With songwriter and bassist Greg Macainsh providing witty, distinctly Australian lyrics, Skyhooks challenged conventions while delivering infectious guitar-driven rock. Their colourful image, memorable songs and rebellious attitude helped establish a uniquely Australian identity in popular music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt Heathen Records, we stock a growing selection of \u003cstrong\u003eSkyhooks vinyl records in Australia\u003c\/strong\u003e, including classic albums, compilations and reissues from their influential catalogue. Whether you're rediscovering the sounds of 1970s Australian rock or building a collection of essential local music, explore \u003cstrong\u003eSkyhooks LPs available on vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e from our independent Australian record store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSkyhooks' catalogue includes landmark Australian rock albums such as \u003cem\u003eLiving in the 70's\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eEgo Is Not a Dirty Word\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eStraight in a Gay Gay World\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eGuilty Until Proven Insane\u003c\/em\u003e. Songs including \u003cem\u003eHorror Movie\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eLiving in the 70's\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eYou Just Like Me 'Cos I'm Good in Bed\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eEgo Is Not a Dirty Word\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eAll My Friends Are Getting Married\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eWomen in Uniform\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eJukebox in Siberia\u003c\/em\u003e showcase the band's combination of catchy melodies, bold guitar riffs and unmistakably Australian storytelling. Their recordings remain essential listening for collectors of classic Australian rock and 1970s glam rock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEssential Skyhooks Albums on Vinyl\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiving in the 70's (1974)\u003c\/strong\u003e – Skyhooks' groundbreaking debut studio album helped transform the Australian rock landscape with its irreverent lyrics, energetic performances and distinctly local subject matter. Produced by Ross Wilson, the record features \u003cem\u003eHorror Movie\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eLiving in the 70's\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eYou Just Like Me 'Cos I'm Good in Bed\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eBalwyn Calling\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eCarlton (Lygon Street Limbo)\u003c\/em\u003e. Combining glam rock theatricality with powerful guitar-driven arrangements, the album became one of the most successful Australian releases of its era and remains a landmark of local rock music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEgo Is Not a Dirty Word (1975)\u003c\/strong\u003e – The band's second studio album builds on the success of their debut with more confident songwriting, memorable hooks and energetic rock arrangements. Featuring \u003cem\u003eEgo Is Not a Dirty Word\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eAll My Friends Are Getting Married\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eLove on the Radio\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eSmartarse Songwriters\u003c\/em\u003e, the record combines witty observations of Australian life with infectious melodies and theatrical performances. Its mixture of hard rock, glam influences and sharp social commentary makes it another essential release in the Skyhooks catalogue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStraight in a Gay Gay World (1976)\u003c\/strong\u003e – Skyhooks' third studio album continues their exploration of contemporary Australian culture through a combination of provocative lyrics, driving guitars and polished rock production. Featuring \u003cem\u003eThis Is My City\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eBlue Jeans\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eMillion Dollar Riff\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eCrazy Heart\u003c\/em\u003e, the record captures the band's distinctive musical personality during the height of their popularity. Its combination of memorable choruses and energetic performances makes it an important chapter in their recording career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuilty Until Proven Insane (1978)\u003c\/strong\u003e – The band's fourth studio album introduces a harder-edged rock sound while retaining their characteristic humour and melodic songwriting. Featuring \u003cem\u003eWomen in Uniform\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eWhy Don't You All Get *ucked\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eBBBBBBBBBBBBBBoogie\u003c\/em\u003e, the record combines energetic guitar riffs with a more direct rock and roll approach. As the final Skyhooks studio album featuring Graeme “Shirley” Strachan as lead vocalist, it marks the end of the band's most celebrated era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBrowse by Genre\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rock\"\u003eRock Vinyl Records\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFans of Skyhooks May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sherbet\"\u003eSherbet Vinyl Records\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dragon\"\u003eDragon Vinyl Records\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cold-chisel\"\u003eCold Chisel Vinyl Records\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/the-angels\"\u003eThe Angels Vinyl Records\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rose-tattoo\"\u003eRose Tattoo Vinyl Records\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll records are packed carefully and shipped quickly from our independent Australian record store. \u003cstrong\u003eHeathen Records specialises in collectible vinyl, rare pressings, and new releases with fast shipping across Australia.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"skyhooks-living-in-the-70s-50th-anniversary-remastered-vinyl-lp","title":"Skyhooks – Living In The 70's (50th Anniversary Remastered Vinyl LP)","description":"\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLiving in the 70's\u003c\/em\u003e is the groundbreaking debut studio album from Australian rock legends \u003cstrong\u003eSkyhooks\u003c\/strong\u003e, originally released in October 1974 through Mushroom Records. Combining theatrical glam rock, sharp social commentary and distinctly Australian storytelling, the album helped redefine the country's rock music landscape. With its infectious guitar riffs, irreverent lyrics and larger-than-life performances, \u003cem\u003eLiving in the 70's\u003c\/em\u003e remains one of the most influential Australian albums of its era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProduced by \u003cstrong\u003eRoss Wilson\u003c\/strong\u003e and featuring the distinctive vocals of \u003cstrong\u003eGraeme \"Shirley\" Strachan\u003c\/strong\u003e, the album captured the energy and attitude of Melbourne's emerging rock scene. Songwriter and bassist Greg Macainsh drew inspiration from suburban life, popular culture, sexuality and social change, creating songs that spoke directly to Australian audiences rather than imitating overseas rock conventions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe album opens with the unforgettable title track, \u003cem\u003eLiving in the 70's\u003c\/em\u003e, a driving glam-rock anthem built around powerful guitar riffs and Strachan's charismatic vocal delivery. \u003cem\u003eWhatever Happened to the Revolution?\u003c\/em\u003e follows with a pointed look at changing attitudes and social ideals, while \u003cem\u003eBalwyn Calling\u003c\/em\u003e brings the band's characteristic suburban humour and storytelling to the forefront.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the album's defining moments, \u003cem\u003eHorror Movie\u003c\/em\u003e, delivers a biting commentary on television news and sensationalism. Its memorable chorus and energetic arrangement helped establish Skyhooks as a major force in Australian music. \u003cem\u003eYou Just Like Me 'Cos I'm Good in Bed\u003c\/em\u003e closes the first side with the provocative humour that became a hallmark of the band's early recordings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide B opens with \u003cem\u003eCarlton (Lygon Street Limbo)\u003c\/em\u003e, a vivid portrait of Melbourne's inner-city culture. \u003cem\u003eToorak Cowboy\u003c\/em\u003e continues the band's observations of Australian society, while \u003cem\u003eSmut\u003c\/em\u003e embraces their theatrical, mischievous side. \u003cem\u003eHey What's the Matter\u003c\/em\u003e brings another energetic rock performance before \u003cem\u003eMotorcycle Bitch\u003c\/em\u003e closes the album with swagger and attitude.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUpon release, \u003cem\u003eLiving in the 70's\u003c\/em\u003e became a landmark commercial success, spending \u003cstrong\u003e16 weeks at number one on the Australian Albums Chart\u003c\/strong\u003e. Despite controversy surrounding its provocative lyrics, the album connected with a generation of listeners and helped establish Australian rock as a powerful cultural force. Its enduring importance was recognised with a number nine ranking in the book \u003cem\u003e100 Best Australian Albums\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a distinctive combination of \u003cstrong\u003eglam rock, hard rock and Australian pub rock\u003c\/strong\u003e, the album captures Skyhooks at their most daring and influential. More than five decades after its original release, its songs remain an essential part of Australian rock history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e50th Anniversary Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e features the album's \u003cstrong\u003e2024 remastered audio\u003c\/strong\u003e, prepared by David Briggs and released on vinyl in January 2025 through Warner Music Australia and Mushroom Records. Pressed on \u003cstrong\u003eblack vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e and housed in a \u003cstrong\u003egatefold sleeve\u003c\/strong\u003e, the reissue presents all ten original album tracks across two sides, celebrating one of Australia's most important rock releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied \u003cstrong\u003ebrand new and sealed\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable from \u003cstrong\u003eHeathen Records\u003c\/strong\u003e, your independent Australian online record store specialising in new and collectible vinyl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Skyhooks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlbum:\u003c\/strong\u003e Living in the 70's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vinyl LP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50th Anniversary Remastered Edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVinyl Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Release:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemaster:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2024, by David Briggs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVinyl Reissue:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17 January 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Australian Rock \/ Glam Rock \/ Pub Rock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecord Label:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mushroom Records \/ Warner Music Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCatalogue Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2173247667\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarcode:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5021732476678\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gatefold Sleeve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTracks:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brand new and sealed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTracklist\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSide A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA1 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Skyhooks+Living+in+the+70s\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eLiving in the 70's\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA2 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Skyhooks+Whatever+Happened+to+the+Revolution\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eWhatever Happened to the Revolution\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA3 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Skyhooks+Balwyn+Calling\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eBalwyn Calling\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA4 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Skyhooks+Horror+Movie\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eHorror Movie\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA5 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Skyhooks+You+Just+Like+Me+Cos+Im+Good+in+Bed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eYou Just Like Me 'Cos I'm Good in Bed\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSide B\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eB1 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Skyhooks+Carlton+Lygon+Street+Limbo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eCarlton (Lygon Street Limbo)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eB2 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Skyhooks+Toorak+Cowboy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eToorak Cowboy\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eB3 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Skyhooks+Smut\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eSmut\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eB4 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Skyhooks+Hey+Whats+the+Matter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eHey What's the Matter\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eB5 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=Skyhooks+Motorcycle+Bitch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMotorcycle Bitch\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Skyhooks","offers":[{"title":"Default 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