Lost songs of Australian rock legend found buried in a garage
Divinyls lead singer Chrissy Amphlett was a rock icon who lived hard and burned bright — but the woman underneath was far more vulnerable. Australian Story reveals a private Chrissy through previously unseen footage and three songs that went missing for 25 years.
In a two-part Australian Story series, the private life of iconic female rock star Chrissy Amphlett has been uncovered. Chrissy, known for her fierce stage presence and husky voice, was a groundbreaking figure in Australian music. Born in Victoria's Geelong, she initially wore a shy demeanor to overcome her introversion, acting as a character to protect her vulnerability. This persona, however, evolved into her on-stage character as her fame grew, exacerbated by alcohol consumption.
Three new songs, written and recorded by Chrissy with singer/songwriter Tim Finn before her death, will be released later this week. These tracks, described as a magical collaboration, will reintroduce Chrissy's powerful voice to audiences. Chrissy Amphlett, who passed away in 2013, carved a path and created an icon for Australian music, particularly for women. Her story highlights both her fierce independence and her struggles with addiction and health issues, including multiple sclerosis and breast cancer.
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