Skyhooks

Skyhooks were Australia’s flashy, theatrical answer to glam rock in the 1970s, blending sharp social commentary with killer riffs and platform boots. Formed in Melbourne in 1973, they became icons with their debut album *Living in the 70’s* (1974), a cheeky snapshot of Aussie culture that topped charts and spawned hits like “Horror Movie” and “Ego (Is Not a Dirty Word).” Led by charismatic frontman Shirley Strachan (and later Greg Macainsh’s sly songwriting), their over-the-top style and rebellious lyrics made them a live spectacle, even as they clashed with censors. While internal tensions led to lineup changes and a split in 1980, their influence lingered—remastered reissues like *Hot For The Orient* and the 2024 refresh of *Living in the 70’s* keep their gritty, glittery spirit alive for new generations.

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