Ron Strykert

Australian singer-songwriter and guitarist

Ron Strykert - Australian singer-songwriter and guitarist
Born

August 18th, 1957
68 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Australia

Links & References

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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