Australian musicians born in 1979
Here are 29 famous musicians from Australia were born in 1979:
Rose Byrne
Rose Byrne (July 24, 1979 Balmain-) also known as Mary Rose Byrne or Rosie is an Australian actor.
Byrne started acting at a young age and made her film debut in 1994's "Dallas Doll". She gained international recognition in 2007 for her role in the hit comedy "Bridesmaids".
Aside from her work in film, Byrne has also had success in television, starring in series such as "Damages" and "Mrs. America".
In addition to her acting work, Byrne is also an advocate for several charitable organizations, including UNICEF and CARE Australia.
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Jesse Spencer
Jesse Spencer (February 12, 1979 Melbourne-) also known as Jesse Gordon Spencer is an Australian actor, musician and voice actor.
He rose to fame playing the character of Billy Kennedy in the Australian soap opera "Neighbours" and later gained international recognition for his role as Dr. Robert Chase on the medical drama series "House". Spencer has also starred in several films such as "Swimming Upstream", "Flourish" and "Uptown Girls". In addition to his acting career, Spencer is a talented musician and has released two albums with his band, "Band From TV", which is comprised of various actors from TV series. He has also lent his voice to several animated series and video games, including "Titan Maximum" and "The Elder Scrolls Online". In his free time, Spencer enjoys playing guitar and practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
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Daniel Amalm
Daniel Amalm (February 16, 1979 Brisbane-) is an Australian actor and musician.
His albums: Classical Gas.
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Chris Atkinson
Chris Atkinson (November 30, 1979 Bega-) is an Australian , .
race car driver who has competed in various motorsports events such as the World Rally Championship (WRC), Australian Rally Championship (ARC), and the Asia Pacific Rally Championship (APRC). Atkinson's passion for driving started when he was just 12 years old, and he began his professional career in 2002 when he won the Australian Group N Rally Championship.
He was then picked up by the Subaru World Rally Team, where he competed in the WRC for 6 years, earning three podium finishes along the way. In 2008, Atkinson made history by becoming the first Australian driver to win a round of the APRC. He also won the 2012 ARC and became the champion of the 2014 Australian Rally Cup.
Atkinson has also had success in other motorsports events, such as the Targa Tasmania, where he won in 2019, and the Bathurst 12 Hour, where he finished second in 2015. Outside of racing, Atkinson is an avid traveler and enjoys surfing, mountain biking, and spending time with his family.
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Mathew Wilkinson
Mathew Wilkinson (December 29, 1979 New South Wales-) also known as Matthew Wilkinson or Mathew Ronald Wilkinson is an Australian actor.
He is best known for his roles in popular Australian TV shows such as "Home and Away" and "All Saints". Wilkinson began his career with small roles in various TV series before landing the role of Mitch McColl in "Home and Away". He played the character for several years before moving on to "All Saints" where he played the role of Dr. Aaron Curnow.
Aside from his TV work, Wilkinson has also appeared in several Australian films including "Cedar Boys" and "Love My Way". He has been praised for his acting abilities and has won several awards including the Best Supporting Actor award at the Australian Film Critics Circle Awards.
Wilkinson has also ventured into directing and has directed several short films including "After the Credits" and "Anthem". In addition to his work in the entertainment industry, Wilkinson is also an ambassador for the Australian charity "The Shepherd Centre" which helps children with hearing loss.
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Brody Dalle
Brody Dalle (January 1, 1979 Geelong-) a.k.a. Brody Armstrong, Bree Leslie Pucilowski, brody_dalle, Dalle, Brody or Bree Joanna Alice Robinson is an Australian singer, guitarist and film score composer.
Her albums include Diploid Love and Meet the Foetus / Oh the Joy. Genres she performed include Punk rock, Alternative rock, Grime, Hardcore punk and Garage rock.
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Nathan Foley
Nathan Foley (September 27, 1979 Liverpool-) also known as Nathan Joel Foley is an Australian , .
singer, actor, and television personality. He first rose to fame as a member of the popular children's music group Hi-5, where he performed from 1999 to 2008. Foley has also released several solo albums, including his debut album "I Will Be", which was released in 2003. As an actor, he has appeared on stage in productions such as "Grease" and "The Rocky Horror Picture Show", and on television shows such as "Home and Away" and "Underbelly: Razor". Foley has also hosted several television shows, including "Carols in the Domain" and "The Voice Kids Australia". In addition to his entertainment career, he is also a skilled pilot and has participated in the Red Bull Air Race World Championship.
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Sophie Monk
Sophie Monk (December 14, 1979 London-) a.k.a. Sophie Charlene Akland Monk is an Australian singer, songwriter, actor and model.
Discography: Calendar Girl and Get the Music On. Genres related to her: Pop music and Dance music.
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Jade MacRae
Jade MacRae (June 4, 1979-) also known as Macrae, Jade is an Australian singer.
Her albums include Jade MacRae, Get Me Home and So Hot Right Now. Genres she performed include Pop music, Soul music and Contemporary R&B.
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Benjamin Speed
Benjamin Speed (June 27, 1979 Adelaide-) also known as Mister Speed is an Australian film score composer and composer.
His albums: The Dreamer, Hygene Atoms, Street Angel and Metropolis Rescore. His related genres: Pop music, Electronica, Indie rock, Alternative rock, Film score, Indie pop, Experimental music, Electronic dance music and Hip hop music.
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Jessica Cottis
Jessica Cottis (December 13, 1979-) is an Australian conductor.
She earned a Bachelor of Music degree with Honours in Violin and Composition from the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, and later earned a Master of Arts in Conducting from the Royal Academy of Music in London. Cottis has conducted many prestigious orchestras around the world, including the London Philharmonic Orchestra, BBC Symphony Orchestra, and the Sydney Symphony Orchestra. She is also known for her work as a presenter and commentator for BBC Proms, BBC Young Musician of the Year, and other musical programs. Additionally, Cottis is a passionate advocate for increasing diversity in classical music and has been recognized for her efforts in promoting and supporting female conductors.
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Ned Collette
Ned Collette (September 6, 1979 Carlton-) a.k.a. Collette, Ned is an Australian guitarist.
His discography includes: Future Suture, Jokes And Trials and Test Patterns.
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Amiel Daemion
Amiel Daemion (August 13, 1979 New York-) also known as Amiel Muki Daemion, Ami Daemion or Amiel is an Australian singer, songwriter and actor.
Her albums: These Ties, Lovesong, Obsession (I Love You), Round and Round, Audio Out, Addicted to Bass, Be Your Girl and Tonight. Genres she performed: Pop music and Dance music.
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Alex K
Alex K (November 29, 1979 Sydney-) also known as DJ Alex K, Alex Kabbouris, Plus 8, Bassfreakerz, AK Project or Alex Karbouris is an Australian , .
His albums: Ultimate NRG 2, Ultimate NRG 4, Ultimate NRG 3, Ultimate NRG, Ultimate NRG Megamix, Can't Take It / Wheel of Fortune and ultimate NRG 5. Genres he performed: Pop music, Hard dance and House music.
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Danielle de Niese
Danielle de Niese (April 11, 1979 Melbourne-) is an Australian actor.
Her most important albums: Beauty Of The Baroque and The Mozart Album.
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Nic Cester
Nic Cester (July 6, 1979 Dingley Village-) also known as Cester, Nic or Nicholas John Cester is an Australian singer, singer-songwriter and guitarist.
Genres he performed include Rock music, Hard rock, Garage rock, Soft rock and Post-punk revival.
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Daniel Johns
Daniel Johns (April 22, 1979 Newcastle-) is an Australian singer, musician, songwriter and guitarist.
Genres he performed: Hard rock, Art rock, Grunge, Electronica, Alternative rock and Post-grunge.
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Butterfly Boucher
Butterfly Boucher (June 2, 1979 Adelaide-) also known as Boucher, Butterfly is an Australian singer, musician, songwriter and record producer.
Her albums include Flutterby, Scary Fragile, Butterfly Boucher and Happy Birthday Flutterby. Genres she performed: Folk music.
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Ben Gillies
Ben Gillies (October 24, 1979 Newcastle-) a.k.a. Gillies, Ben or Benjamin David Gillies is an Australian musician, drummer and songwriter.
His most recognized albums: Diamond Days and Diamond Days. Genres related to him: Alternative rock, Grunge, Art rock and Post-grunge.
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Deb Fung
Deb Fung (April 1, 1979 Australia-) is an Australian , .
Her discography includes: Whoever You Are and Selah. Genres related to her: Pop rock, Alternative rock, Pop music, Folk rock, Contemporary worship music and Christian music.
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Chris Joannou
Chris Joannou (November 10, 1979 Newcastle-) a.k.a. Joannou, Chris or Benjamin David Gillies is an Australian bassist, musician and entrepreneur.
His related genres: Hard rock, Art rock and Grunge.
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Joel Houston
Joel Houston (September 19, 1979-) otherwise known as Joel Timothy Houston or Houston, Joel is an Australian record producer, songwriter, musician and pastor.
His albums include Yahweh, A Beautiful Exchange and Simply Worship 3. Genres: Rock music, Christian music, Contemporary worship music and Christian rock.
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Marty Sampson
Marty Sampson (May 31, 1979-) also known as Sampson, Marty is an Australian songwriter, singer and singer-songwriter.
His albums: Simply Worship 3 and Let Love Rule. Genres he performed: Christian music and Contemporary worship music.
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Luke Steele
Luke Steele (December 13, 1979 Perth-) otherwise known as Steele, Luke or Luke James Steele is an Australian singer, songwriter, musician and guitarist.
Genres he performed: Rock music, Pop music and Electronic music.
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Mark Boulle
Mark Boulle (April 21, 1979 Durban-) is an Australian , .
His discography includes: All the Leaves Are Falling Down. His related genres: Indie folk.
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Tim Scanlan
Tim Scanlan (May 15, 1979-) is an Australian musician.
He was born and raised in Perth, Western Australia, and began playing guitar at a young age. Scanlan is best known as the lead guitarist of the popular Australian rock band, Eskimo Joe. He joined the band in 1997, and since then has written and co-written many of their hit songs, including "Black Fingernails, Red Wine" and "Foreign Land." In addition to his work with Eskimo Joe, Scanlan has also worked as a session musician and producer for various other artists. Outside of music, he is an avid surfer and is very passionate about environmental conservation.
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N. Forster Jones
N. Forster Jones (March 21, 1979 London-) also known as N'fa Forster-Jones is an Australian disc jockey and rapper.
His albums include Cause an Effect, Universal King (Left Right Left) and Brain Wash EP. Genres: World music, Dub and Hip hop music.
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Libby Jones
Libby Jones (January 18, 1979 Port Macquarie-) is an Australian musician.
Her related genres: Punk rock, Hard rock, Acoustic music, Alternative rock, Grunge, Pop music, Progressive rock, Folk music and Soft rock.
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Old Man River
Old Man River (April 18, 1979 Sydney-) a.k.a. Ohad Rein is an Australian film score composer and singer-songwriter.
His discography includes: Good Morning and Trust. Genres he performed include Rock music.
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