The Venetians (Australian Rock Band)

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The Venetians were an Australian New Wave band in the early to mid-1980s. Forming in late 1982, they had several hits: "Sound On Sound" (1983), "Chinese I's" (1983) and "So Much for Love" (1985). The lead vocalist was Rik Swinn, with Dave Skeet (guitar and vocals), Matthew Hughes (keyboards), Peter Watson (bass guitar) and Tim Powles (drums), later of The Church.

[edit] Discography

[edit] Albums

• Step off the Edge (1985)
• Calling in the Lions (1986)
• Amazing World (1988)

[edit] EPs and singles

• "Sound On Sound" (1983)
• "Chinese I's" (1983)
• "Ooh La La" (1984)
• "Shine The Light" (1985)
• "So Much for Love" (1986)
• "Inspiration" (1986)
• "If Somebody Loves You" (1986)
• "Let It All Go" (1986)
• "Amazing World" (1987)
• "Bitter Tears" (1988)
• "Must Believe" (1988)