Single:
The Wheat in the Field entered the Australian singles chart* on 24 May 1971 and peaked at #29.
Songwriter:
Harry Young
Producer:
Martin Erdman
Record label of Australian release:
Violets Holiday
*Kent Music Report / Australian Chart Book. See About.
History of Australian Music 1960 Until 2010:
A lineup change and adding Harry Young on vocals in 1970 saw their music veer from pop to light rock with lots of light harmonies. The Wheat in the Field, accompanied with lush strings and a beautiful arrangement, highlighted just how good a singer Harry was.
Read more: historyofaussiemusic.blogspot.com/2013/09/harry-young-and-sabbath.html
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