Ayers Rock
- Type: Band/Group
- Country: Australia
- Born: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- Active: 1973–1981
Biography
Ayers Rock was an Australian jazz fusion and progressive rock band formed in Melbourne in 1973 by former members of *Leo de Castro and Friends*, with saxophonist Col Loughnan and, from 1974, guitarist Chris Brown completing the classic lineup. Their debut 'Big Red Rock' (1974) on #Mushroom Records# mixed rock songs with long instrumental pieces, and a deal with #A&M Records# made them the first Australian band to tour large United States stadiums. 'Beyond' (1976) followed before a split, a reunion and a final album, 'Hotspell' (1980).
Ayers Rock Discography
- Big Red Rock (1974) - Album - rated 3.73/5
- Beyond (1976) - Album - rated 3.52/5
Members
- Jimmy Doyle - guitar, vocals (1973–1981)
- Duncan McGuire - bass (1973–1976)
- Mark Kennedy - drums, percussion (1973–1976)
- Col Loughnan - saxophone, flute, piano, vocals (1973–1976)
- Chris Brown - guitar, vocals (1974–1981)