Paul Kelly “Seventy”

Australia’s master storyteller marks a major milestone with an album that solidifies his artistic legacy. After a gap of over six years between his self-penned albums Nature (2018) and Fever Longing Still (2024), Kelly has returned swiftly with a new release just a year later.

This album is especially significant as it celebrates Kelly’s thirtieth album, his fiftieth year in the music industry, and his seventieth birthday, which inspired the title “Seventy”.

Legacy and Achievements

Throughout his fifty-year career, Kelly’s music has become a defining soundtrack of Australian life and culture. His work has earned him numerous accolades:

Seventeen ARIA awards for recording
Five APRA awards for songwriting
2025 AACTA Award for Outstanding Contribution

“The 2025 AACTA Award for Outstanding Contribution” was presented to him by legendary film star Russell Crowe, a lifelong fan of Kelly.

Recent Work and Significance

Last year’s Fever Longing Still demonstrated that Kelly’s creative spark remains as vibrant as ever. Now, Seventy serves as a fitting tribute summarizing his long and illustrious career.

Author’s summary: Paul Kelly’s album “Seventy” celebrates his enduring influence and remarkable achievements over five decades in Australian music.

Americana UK — 2025-11-06