Ron Strykert
Australian singer-songwriter and guitarist
Born
August 18th, 1957
67 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Australia
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Strykert gained recognition as a member of the band Midnight Oil, contributing significantly to their sound. The band achieved notable success in the 1980s and 1990s with a blend of rock and political activism. Strykert's work involved writing and producing music while also playing guitar. After his tenure with Midnight Oil, he pursued solo projects and continued to be involved in music production and songwriting. His contributions to the music scene have been marked by a focus on social issues and reflection of Australian culture.
Member of Midnight Oil
Contributed to albums such as 'Diesel and Dust'
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