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Today I’m sharing a tribute to my dear friend Angry Anderson - my take on Rose Tattoo’s ‘Rock ’n’ Roll Is King’, with all proceeds from the track to be donated to @supportact, who do such important work in helping all music workers in times of need. Listen to it now, here: jimmybarnes.lnk.to/rocknrollisking

Throughout our early careers Rose Tattoo and Cold Chisel’s paths crossed a hell of a lot. We travelled the same country, playing the same gigs, on the same endless tours that took us to every single bar that would let a Rock’n’roll band play their music LOUD.

Friendships were made and friendships were lost. Lots of us never made it through but Angry and I always seemed to remain standing. He was my friend; my brother in arms. We laughed a lot, talking about taking the rock establishment by the throat and shaking it as hard as we could, in an endless struggle to get the best out of it. Like all mates we saw the world differently at times, but one thing mattered more than all that: we liked the same music; music that came from the heart. We liked music with substance, music with backbone, music that moved our souls.

Rose Tattoo were the ultimate rock band. They showed those so-called hard rock bands overseas how it was REALLY done. There were always some killer muso’s in their lineup from Ian Rilen, Pete Wells and Digger Royal in the early days, right up until recent years when my son Jackie joined them on drums for a few years. But out front was always Angry, driving the band harder. Faster. Harder. Faster. If there was ever anyone who deserved to be called a rock’n’roll singer, it was him.

I spoke to Angry about covering that song for my last album and he was excited. We cut it but it didn’t make the record for some reason even though I love the recording. I couldn’t wait to sit down with Angry and play it to him because the song takes on a whole new meaning for me now, looking back through all those years and all those gigs.

I hope you like it. Turn it up fucking LOUD. Angry’s gone to the Big Gig upstairs but I bet he’ll be listening.

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The latest ARCA Desk Tape, The Sports LIVE at Billboard, 1981 is out now! The series raises funds for Support Act’s Roadies Fund to provide financial, health, counselling and wellbeing services for roadies & crew in crisis. Listen now - bit.ly/3LRjTqg

Don’t miss out on your chance to join us for our next Music Workers Wellbeing Check-In on Thursday 29 August from 10am-11:30am (AEST). Learn more & register now here - bit.ly/4fx5VaX #wellbeing #checkin

Spots are filling up fast for our free and online Money Moves - Financial Wellbeing Webinar taking place on Mon 26 Aug from 3pm-4pm (AEST). Come along to this workshop for a non-judgmental and informative session. Register now here - bit.ly/3LTNiQA

We’ll be honouring @powderfinger_au with our Excellence in the Community Award next Tues 20 August at Music in the House! Those who can’t make it on the night can participate in our raffle and silent auction with some amazing prizes up for grabs.

Bid now here - musicinthehouse.org

Perth based drummer James was diagnosed with terminal liver cancer nine years ago & needs your support to guide him through his final journey. Please donate what you can to James’ Help a Mate appeal and help us reach the goal of $50,000 now here - bit.ly/4cTDceH

Registrations are now open for our upcoming free & online Mental Health First Aid session happening on Mon 9 Sep 10am-4pm (AEST). Find out more about the session & register for free now here - bit.ly/3VZxLoP

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Make sure to join us at our next Music Workers Wellbeing Check-In on Thursday 29 August from 10am-11:30am (AEST). Learn more & register now here - bit.ly/4fx5VaX

#wellbeing #checkin

Our very first free and online Money Moves - Financial Wellbeing Webinar will be taking place on Monday 26 August from 3pm-4pm (AEST). We’ll run through how you can help improve your financial literacy with a non-judgmental lens.

Register for free now here - bit.ly/3LTNiQA

It’s your last chance to register for our upcoming free and online Leading with Empathy workshop happening on Mon 5 Aug from 11am-12pm (AEST). You can learn more about creating a safe space for your employees & artists. Register now here - bit.ly/3VRERKx

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The latest ARCA Desk Tape, The Sports LIVE at Billboard, 1981 is out now! The series raises funds for Support Act’s Roadies Fund to provide financial, health, counselling and wellbeing services for roadies & crew in crisis. Listen now - bit.ly/3LRjTqg

The July edition of Backstage Pass is out now! Catch up on the latest news & events including funding updates from Creative Workplaces & Sound NSW, our upcoming Money Moves webinar, James Baker’s Help A Mate appeal & much more! Read now - bit.ly/4c8boSk

Have you ever called the Support Act Wellbeing Helpline and would like to share your experience? We’d love to hear how the Wellbeing Helpline supported you through our upcoming ‘Outside In Podcast Series’. Find out more and fill out the form here - bit.ly/4flyuYH