Brian Cadd
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Brian Cadd (born 1946) is an Australian singer-songwriter notable for his work with Axiom and the Flying Burrito Brothers. He is also a keyboardist and producer. Growing up in Perth, Cadd entered a T.V. talent quest - aged around 12 - and was offered work as a pianist on a T.V. show. Moving to Tasmania then Melbourne he played with the Beale Street Jazz Band and The Castaways. In 1966, he joined The Groop. Together they had three hit singles. Following this, he formed Axiom in 1969. They had hit singles with "Arkansas Grass", "A Little Ray of Sunshine", and "My Baby's Gone", all of which Cadd co-wrote with Don Mudie.
In the 1970s, Cadd had success as a solo artist. His debut solo single, "Ginger Man", was followed by "Don't You Know It's Magic", which won the 'Most Outstanding Composition' award at the Tokyo World Popular Song Festival. (The latter song was later recorded by John Farnham.) Next, Cadd wrote the theme song and score for the 1973 movie Alvin Purple and its sequel Alvin Rides Again in 1975.
Cadd joined the Flying Burrito Brothers in 1991 and toured with them for several years. He is now based in Sydney and is chairman of the Australian Music Industry Advisory Council.
Brian's songs have been covered by numerous artists including Bonnie Tyler, Joe Cocker and Ringo Starr.
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- 1972 in music
- The Masters Apprentices - Brian wrote songs for them
- Glenn Shorrock - also a member of Axiom
- "Turn Up The Beat" - song produced by Brian Cadd
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