Spirit of the Bush
Lee Kernaghan · 2007
61 min · 17 tracks · country
A heartfelt tribute to the Australian landscape, blending traditional country sounds with storytelling that celebrates rural life.
Why this album works
'Spirit of the Bush' resonated deeply within Australia, debuting at number one on the ARIA Country Albums chart and receiving widespread acclaim. The album also won the 2008 Country Music Awards of Australia for Album of the Year, highlighting its cultural significance in promoting Australian identity through music.
- Career context
- By 2007, Lee Kernaghan had established himself as a leading figure in Australian country music, following his commercial success with albums like 'Electric Rodeo' (2004). 'Spirit of the Bush' reflects his commitment to celebrating Australian culture and themes, solidifying his status as a voice for rural communities.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lee Ann Womack· Waylon Jennings· Billy Dean
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sassafras Gap 2:10
- 2 I Was Only Nineteen (A Walk in the Light Green) Standout 4:17
- 3 Three Rivers Hotel 3:26
- 4 Spirit of the Bush Standout 3:33
- 5 Diamantina Drover Standout 4:25
- 6 Bare Essentials 2:56
- 7 The Way It Is 4:12
- 8 Spirit of the High Country 5:13
- 9 Southern Son 4:00
- 10 Shelter 2:39
- 11 When Country Comes 3:10
- 12 A Bushman Can’t Survive 4:31
- 13 Mate 3:40
- 14 Tenterfield Saddler 4:02
- 15 Cunnamulla Feller 3:09
- 16 Hat Town 3:48
- 17 Spirit of the Bush Reprise (My Country) 2:15
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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