Midnight Oil is a rock band from Australia that formed in the 1970s. They broke through in America in the 1980s with "Diesel and Dust". The songs "Beds are Burning" and "The Dead Heart" received massive airplay on MTV and rock radio stations.
Their songs often included a political angle to them. This album, in particular, spotlighted the plight of Indigenous Australians. Midnight Oil's lead singer, Peter Garrett, actually entered politics and was elected to the House of Representatives as a member of the Labor Party.
The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Shine" by Princeton singer-songwriter Helen O'Shea. The song from Helen's latest album, "“Songs in the Key O," features E Street Band backing vocalist Michelle Moore.
(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of Punch Brothers at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) on May 14, 2026.
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey proudly presents The Sound Studio Series, an immersive musical experience that places concertgoers at the very heart of the performance. Held in STNJ's intimate Studio space, limited to just 80 attendees, The Sound Studio Series features a dynamic mix of both classical and rock performances. Each concert concludes with an exclusive post-show meet-and-greet with the artists, offering fans a rare opportunity to connect directly with the performers. Tickets for the series are $20-$30.
