Reg Lindsay

Australian singer-songwriter and musician

Reg Lindsay - Australian singer-songwriter and musician
Born

1929
96 years ago

Died

August 5th, 2008
17 years ago — 79 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Australia

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Active in the Australian music scene, contributed significantly to country music. Released numerous albums and singles throughout a career spanning several decades. Achieved widespread recognition in the 1970s and 1980s. Hosted popular television programs, showcasing Australian music and culture. Garnered several awards, including induction into the Australian Country Music Hall of Fame.

Released the hit song 'My Aussie Home'

Hosted 'Reg Lindsay's Country Homestead'

Inducted into the Australian Country Music Hall of Fame

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