Who wrote Khe Sanh …
Posted on Sunday 13th June 2010
… and what does it reference?
For Australians this is apparently common knowledge, but it was news to me. Even more so when a member of the public stood up and performed this song by heart with extraordinary gusto.
Last night, as something a little different, we went to see the RockWiz touring show. Normally a television music quiz, it adopts a very different style to the usual quick-fire back-and-forth. Instead, they invite Australian (and occasionally, international) talent to sit alongside normal contestants. Live music forms a significant aspect of the show with a house band comprised of well-known names.
Most of the subject material went way over my head, including the titular references, but it was still entertaining beyond expectations. Much self-referential humour bounced around and the audience were invited to participate on numerous instances. Very different to the usual passive attendance. So, the night saw us holler, sing and applaud until the final curtain. Never have I had so much fun while knowing so little.
Were was it Rick? I have watched it on TV.
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