John Williamson – Warragul (VG+/VG+) – LP, AU 1989

Warragul is an LP by John Williamson from 1989 released on the Festival Records label.

About this album

Warragul shows John Williamson at his most assured, balancing bush ballad tradition, wit and plainspoken social observation. Issued in 1989, the album reflects the qualities that made Williamson one of Australia's best-known country voices: vivid characters, a strong sense of place and a gift for turning everyday life into memorable song. Its title and songs such as Rip Rip Woodchip underline his concern for the Australian landscape, while tracks like Dingo and Longreach Is Praying reinforce his reputation for telling local stories with warmth and conviction. Rooted in folk and country, the record helped cement Williamson's standing as a distinctive chronicler of the bush.