Unearthed from the archives of Canberra’s vibrant early-70s rock scene, Samuel D. Rich’s Theme Of Discontent captures a unique moment in Australian music history. Originally recorded in early 1974, this elusive album showcases the raw energy and expressive songwriting of a band whose presence burned brightly—but all too briefly—across the nation’s capital.
This 2026 release on Magnetic South features the original album along with a four-page booklet, giving listeners and collectors a window into the era and the band’s singular vision. Theme Of Discontent stands as a testament to the overlooked talents of Samuel D. Rich, offering compelling rock sounds steeped in both nostalgia and discovery.
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- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Magnetic South (2)
- Genre: Rock
- Release Date: 05/15/2026
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TRACKS
A1. Theme Of Discontent
A2. Elephant Raunch
A3. Catch Me While I'm Flying
A4. Angelic Brunch
A5. Fantasy
B1. What The Man Wants
B2. Rhapsody In Red
B3. Sitting In A Hole
B4. Rag Lady
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