The Ballad of Oz explained

The Ballad of Oz
Cover:The_Ballad_of_Oz_by_Daddy_Cool.png
Type:single
Artist:Daddy Cool
Album:The New Cool
Released:August 1994
Recorded:May 1994
Studio:Gotham Audio
Label:Mushroom Records
Producer:Ross Fraser
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"The Ballad of Oz" is a song by the Australian group, Daddy Cool, released in August 1994 as a double-A sided single with "Happy Hippy Hut" by Skyhooks. The single peaked at number 35 on the ARIA Charts, remaining in that position for three consecutive weeks.

Background and release

In 1994, Skyhooks and Daddy Cool briefly reformed in a proposed 1994 stadium tour and together released a double-A sided single. The tour was ultimately downgraded to the pub circuit.[1]

Notes and References

  1. News: Grandaddies of Oz rock are still cool . Donovan . Patrick . 19 February 2005 . . 7 May 2008 . Melbourne.