Great Australian Albums - 16 Lovers Lane

Just a quick post to let all the Australian readers and
remind me so I don't forget to record it.
I recorded 2 of the last series, I'm Stranded and
Born Sandy Devotional, both were fantastic.

This is from www.go-betweens.org.uk

The Go-Betweens' 1988 album 16 Lovers Lane is the subject
of the first episode of the new series of Great Australian Albums.
It airs on SBS on Saturday 6th September 2008
and features contributions from Amanda Brown, Robert Forster,
Ben Lee, Lindy Morrison, David Nichols, Sean Sennett,
Mark Wallis and John Willsteed.
A preview of the show can be seen on the SBS website.
Other episodes in the series will feature albums by
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, Powderfinger and Hunters &
Collectors.

And from the Tv guide

The Go Betweens (16 Lovers Lane) -
All new episodes of the documentary series which examines
the all-time classic Australian albums.
With the budget to make a breakthrough album,
the Go-Betweens began work on what would become 16 Lovers
Lane. The songwriters, Grant McLennan and Robert Forster
were at a creative peak. With a new bass player,
John Willsteed they made an album of light and bright pop
tunes underneath lyrics of rare poetic beauty.
As well as exploring the unique dynamics of the band,
which was integral to their work, the film also investigates the
individual songs; especially the melodic chemistry which has
made songs like Streets of Your Town classics.
Despite the unanimous critical acclaim for the band, its most
accessible album was not a hit and the lack of success spelt
the end of the group. Each of the players recounts the final,
emotional end.
16 Lovers Lane encapsulates all those
qualities that made the Go-Betweens great:
love, adventure, courage, idiosyncrasy and honesty.

Features Amanda Brown, Robert Forster, Ben Lee,
Lindy Morrison, David Nichols, Sean Sennett,
Mark Wallis and John Willsteed.