"Sounds Like Australia" — A Humble Letter to the Lucky Country, One Anthem at a Time

This Album is for Australians and For Australia!

G'day Punters!

Crack open a tinny, lean back in your chair, and soak it in—31 tracks, raw, unapologetic, and unmistakably Australian. Welcome to “Sounds Like Australia,” the album that could have easily headlined the 80s rock and punk scene, but is here in 2025 to remind us all what it truly means to call this great southern land home.

“Music should feel good, mate,” says Senator Papahatziharalambrous, the mind and voice behind the album. “But it should also have meaning—lyrics that speak to where you’ve been, where you’re headed, and the things that get you through life. This album is my gift to Australia—a love letter to the blokes, the sheilas, and everyone in between who make this place special.”

A Retro Sound with Modern Meaning

Inspired by the raw energy of 80s Aussie rock, punk and indie, Sounds Like Australia isn’t just an album—it’s an experience. From the driving guitar riffs to the heartfelt lyrics, each track feels like it was made for the pub jukebox or a road trip across the outback. It’s music that speaks to the struggles, the triumphs, and the spirit of Australia—past, present, and future.

The Senator’s Message

“This album isn’t just about me,” the Senator says. “It’s about us—all of us. It’s about the moments that make us laugh, cry, and scream in frustration. It’s about remembering where we came from and fighting for where we want to go. So chuck it on, have a listen, and tell me—doesn’t it just sound like Australia?”

Where to Listen

Sounds Like Australia is now available on all major streaming platforms—Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and right here. With 31 tracks of pure Aussie brilliance, this is one album you don’t want to miss.

So, what are you waiting for? Crack open a cold one, press play, and let Sounds Like Australia remind you why this country will always be the lucky one.

Final Thoughts

The Senator’s debut album is a triumph of music, meaning, and mateship. It’s unapologetic, raw, and uniquely Australian—a reminder of the good times, the hard times, and everything in between. This isn’t just an album; it’s a movement. So join in, sing loud, and let’s put this record where it belongs—at the top of the charts.

Tracks:

1. Southern Cross Light

2. Time For A Restart (E)

3. Apathy (E)

4. I Dare To Dream

5. Patriarchy

6. Sounds Like Australia

7. Oh Great Southern Land

8. Summer’s Calling

9. Here’s Your Fucking Love Song (E)

10. FIGJAM (UNPLUGGED 2025) (E)

11. Cause You, You Are My Pride

12. O, Pigtopia

13. Voices Thunder (E)

14. Too Much Information

15. Esky’s Full (Instrumental)

16. God First

17. Rebel Against Control

18. Guardians Of The Land

19. I Want To Make Love To You (E)

20. Merry Christmas, Australia

21. Australians For Australia!

22. Under 16

23. Turn Off Your Fucking TV (E)

24. Poetic Outlaw (Olde Victorian Dialect)

25. Heart Of The Land

26. Do Not Feed The Birds

27. Innocence Lost (Bike Boy)

28. Christ Is King!

29. I Fucking Hate It Here (E)

30. The Ballad Of Ned Kelly

31. Wild Frontiers Of Oz (Instrumental)

God Bless Australia—forever home to you and me!

Cheers,

Senator Papahatziharalambrous

Originally Released on All Streaming Platforms: Friday, 10 January 2025.

Lyrics, Music and Vocals By Senator Papahatziharalambrous

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