Welfare Boogie

Album: The Complete Sessions 1971-72 (1972)
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  • This was released in March 1972; a group composition, it was probably inspired by personal experience. The short-lived Fraternity saw hard times including a disastrous UK tour. The song puts a gloss on being unemployed and broke, and its light production gives it an optimistic feel. Bon Scott's vocals are strong but it is surprising that it was chosen as the A-side in preference to the lyrically stronger "Annabelle."
  • "Welfare Boogie" is included on a compilation of early Bon Scott tracks by Raven Records called Seasons Of Change 1967-72. >>
    Suggestion credit:
    Alexander Baron - London, England, for above 2

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