‘Koala Koala’ published Tuesday 15th April

John's new picture book from the song of the same name has been published today by Penguin Random House Australia. Beautifully illustrated by award-winning illustrator, Jonathan Bentley, you'll fall in love with the gentle illustrations. John's…
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New album Friday 4th April

John's 53rd album released Friday 4th April, 2025. It's been eight years since his last album of all new songs, Butcherbird, was released in 2018. His new album How Many Songs showcases his love of country and appreciation of his long career,…
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Big Red Sunset Concerts

Don't miss out on this uniquely Aussie experience. Tickets go on sale tomorrow (Wednesday 5th February) at 10AM (AEDT-that's Daylight savings time for NSW, VIC and TAS, 9am in QLD, 7am in WA, 9.30 SA and so on-don't get caught out!) Due…
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New Single -If You Wanna Be An Aussie

This morning, John's new single has been released, 'If You Wanna Be An Aussie'. The song celebrates being Australian, our beliefs, our way of life and our freedom, in a time where so many in the world are deprived of harmony and personal freedoms.…
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WILLOSHED 2025 – SOLD OUT, SORRY.

Since we started our special Willoshed concerts (this year will be our 9th), they have become more and more popular. Some of you have been nearly every year. This year they sold out in record time, less than 15 minutes after they went on sale…
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SECOND PERTH CONCERT JUST ANNOUNCED

Due to an overwhelming response to John's first Perth concert at the Regal Theatre, a second one has just been announced on Saturday 19th October. Tickets are on sale now. Click HERE to purchase tickets. Thanks, Perth, for your wonderful…
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VOICE OF THE SEA – John’s new book

John's fourth picture book for kids, 'Voice of the Sea', will be published by Penguin Random House on 6th February 2024. The video of the song has now won an ARIA award and an overseas award for its use in an advertising campaign. It is an unrequited love
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New Art Series T-shirt

Introducing our newest product, the second in John's 'Art Series' T-shirts. The T-shirt is available in two colours, Natural White and Midnight Navy. The artwork by John under his 'Yobe Ellam' name is a quirky image inspired by his very popular…
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Have a wonderful Christmas

To all my True Blue fans and supporters, wishing you all a safe and happy Aussie Christmas, filled with love and friendship. We are so lucky to live in this great country. And a peaceful and prosperous New Year. Best wishes from John and…

‘Voice of the Sea’ ARIA

Not long after John had his hands in cement for the Australia Zoo 'Walk of Fame' yesterday, his song 'Voice of the Sea' was awarded an ARIA award in Sydney for the 'Best Use of an Australian Recording in an Advertisement (over 2 minutes). John…