Midnight Oil

Midnight Oil Live on Goat Island: 'Stand In Line' Concert Performance

Goat Island
Sydney, Australia

• In November 1984, during the live recording on Goat Island, Midnight Oil was in the midst of their breakthrough era following the release of their alb... Read Full Description >

  In November 1984, during the live recording on Goat Island, Midnight Oil was in the midst of their breakthrough era following the release of their album *Red Sails in the Sunset*. This album, released in 1984, featured politically charged tracks that resonated with the band's commitment to activism and social issues, which became a hallmark of their identity. By this time, Midnight Oil had already garnered a strong following in Australia and began to gain international recognition. The concert captured on Goat Island reflects their dynamic live performance style, a characteristic that solidified their reputation. Interestingly, the venue of Goat Island provided a unique backdrop, as it offered stunning views of the Sydney Harbour, enhancing the concert experience. This period foreshadowed the band's growing influence in the global music scene, leading to their subsequent international success.

Midnight Oil Concert: 'Best of Both Worlds' at Goat Island, Sydney

Goat Island
Sydney, Australia

• In late 1984, when Midnight Oil performed at Goat Island, they were approaching a critical point in their career. This live recording captures the ban... Read Full Description >

  In late 1984, when Midnight Oil performed at Goat Island, they were approaching a critical point in their career. This live recording captures the band during the momentum following their 1984 album "Red Sails in the Sunset," which was pivotal in solidifying their standing in the Australian rock scene. The album featured themes of social and environmental activism, a recurring motif in the band's work. Notably, the 1984 release preceded their international breakthrough with "Diesel and Dust," which would come out in 1987. The performance on Goat Island not only showcases their raw energy and commitment to their politically charged lyrics but also highlights their burgeoning status as a live act. This period was marked by their growing engagement with pressing societal issues, which would define their future music and public persona.