The Sports

The Sports

Influenced by rock, rockabilly, country and new wave, the band recorded several exquisite pop songs in the new wave style which charted well, particularly in Melbourne. National success followed but as the original members left the band had less impact. (AllMusic)

They were “Indie” enough to have street cred, they were “New Wave” enough to be current and they were “Pop” enough to be on Countdown (Australian Music Database).

In these parts, Iconic. Historically, Significant. File under: Melbourne Underground Goes New Wave.

An introduction     Discography

In the music library: Don't Throw Stones (Expanded Edition)     Reckless (Expanded Edition)     Sondra     

The Sports Play Dylan (and Donovan)     Suddenly     

Boogie! - Australian Blues, R & B and Heavy Rock from the 70's::You Ain't Home Yet 

(When the Sun Sets Over) CarltonWho Listens to the Radio? (original 7" version); Suddenly; Live Work & Play (Nightmoves Live)

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