Air Supply
Air Supply is a renowned Australian soft rock duo that captured the hearts of audiences worldwide with their timeless ballads and melodious harmonies. The duo, consisting of Graham Russell and Russell Hitchcock, first met in Sydney, Australia, in the mid-1970s, and their musical collaboration soon blossomed into a prolific and enduring partnership.
Graham Russell, born on June 11, 1950, in Nottingham, England, and Russell Hitchcock, born on June 15, 1949, in Melbourne, Australia, shared a common passion for music and a mutual vision to create emotionally resonant songs that would leave a lasting impression on listeners. Their harmonious blend of Russell Hitchcock's soaring tenor vocals and Graham Russell's songwriting prowess became the hallmark of Air Supply's distinctive sound.
In 1976, Air Supply released their debut self-titled album, which laid the foundation for their meteoric rise to international fame. The album featured the hit single "Lost in Love," which quickly ascended the charts, marking the beginning of their chart-topping success. Subsequent albums, including "The One That You Love" (1981) and "Now and Forever" (1982), solidified Air Supply's status as one of the preeminent soft rock acts of the era.
Air Supply is a renowned Australian soft rock duo that captured the hearts of audiences worldwide with their timeless ballads and melodious harmonies. The duo, consisting of Graham Russell and Russell Hitchcock, first met in Sydney, Australia, in the mid-1970s, and their musical collaboration soon blossomed into a prolific and enduring partnership.
Graham Russell, born on June 11, 1950, in Nottingham, England, and Russell Hitchcock, born on June 15, 1949, in Melbourne, Australia, shared a common passion for music and a mutual vision to create emotionally resonant songs that would leave a lasting impression on listeners. Their harmonious blend of Russell Hitchcock's soaring tenor vocals and Graham Russell's songwriting prowess became the hallmark of Air Supply's distinctive sound.
In 1976, Air Supply released their debut self-titled album, which laid the foundation for their meteoric rise to international fame. The album featured the hit single "Lost in Love," which quickly ascended the charts, marking the beginning of their chart-topping success. Subsequent albums, including "The One That You Love" (1981) and "Now and Forever" (1982), solidified Air Supply's status as one of the preeminent soft rock acts of the era.
Their signature ballads, such as "All Out of Love," "Making Love Out of Nothing at All," and "Even the Nights Are Better," resonated deeply with audiences, earning them widespread acclaim and adoration. Throughout their career, Air Supply's music has been characterized by its evocative lyrics, heartfelt melodies, and romantic themes, all of which have contributed to their enduring popularity across generations.
Despite the changing landscape of the music industry, Air Supply has maintained a strong presence in the international music scene, continuing to captivate audiences with their evocative live performances and recording new material that stays true to their signature sound. With a career spanning several decades, Air Supply has left an indelible mark on the soft rock genre, solidifying their legacy as one of the most beloved and influential duos in music history.
Their albums have sold in excess of 100 million copies, and in 2011 the duo played more than 150 shows worldwide, and continued that in years following. Their tours have included stops in England, Ireland, Israel, Philippines, Korea, Japan, Canada, the U.S. and beyond. Their live Jerusalem, Israel show was filmed for a DVD produced in 2011, featuring two new songs, “Sanctuary” and “Everywhere.”
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