BIO

MOSS — a five-piece band blending original Rock ‘n Roll, Rock, Pop & Blues with the raw spirit of the 1970s. Rooted in an era when music was a megaphone for change, MOSS channels that fiery energy today. Their stage is their platform, and every lyric is a call to awareness wrapped in irresistible rhythms.
While their heart beats strongest with original songs, MOSS keeps the vibe fresh by weaving in an eclectic mix of classic and contemporary covers. Artists that MOSS weave into their show from time to time include but are not restricted to: The Bee Gees, INXS, Warumpi Band, The Masters Apprentices, Matt Taylor, Hunters & Collectors, Goanna, Russell Morris, Icehouse, Skyhooks, The Screaming Jets, The Doors, Jefferson Airplane, Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, The Rolling Stones, The Beatles, Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR), Joe Cocker, Canned Heat, Fleetwood Mac, The Dandy Warhols, Deep Purple, Foo Fighters to mention a few. 

SONG OF THE MONTH: “Ode to the 70’s”

Written by: LYRICS: Susan Craig, MUSIC: Mark Simpkin
Performed by: MOSS: Suzie Craig / Mark Simpkin / Ian Kelly / Mick Paprzycki / Liv Bafile
Produced: Graham Knowles.

About the Song – Ode to the ’70s

The 1970s was a decade of change; bold, messy, and unforgettable.
It was an era that saw Australia take huge steps forward:

  • The end of the White Australia Policy.

  • The end of conscription.

  • The first recognition of land rights for First Nations Australians.

And running alongside those social and political shifts was the heartbeat of the decade was the music.

The ‘70s carried the fire lit by the ‘60s revolution, with artists who turned amplifiers into megaphones and lyrics into protest banners. Their songs didn’t just fill the airwaves, they spoke for a generation.

Ode to the ‘70s celebrates that time of the freedom, the defiance, the soul. It’s our tribute to the bands and voices that inspired us to pick up our instruments and play, and to the era that reminded us music could truly change the world.

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MOSS song “Rock Rescue” hits NUMBER 1 on the Atomic Top 20:

“Rock Rescue” hits NUMBER 10 in the 2025 top 100

22Jan2024 – Rock Rescue #1

15Jan2024 – Rock Rescue #4

08Jan2024 – Rock Rescue #5

01Jan2024 – Rock Rescue #6

25Dec2023 – Rock Rescue #7

18Dec2023 – Rock Rescue #11

11Dec2023 – Rock Rescue #13

WHAT DO THEY SAY ABOUT US?

“Hailing out of South Australia’s capital, MOSS……. weave their social and political bent through some infectious and easy-going grooves. Taking their cues from bands like Redgum and Yothu Yindi, and generally an era when politics and music went hand in hand, MOSS take it on themselves to use their voice to stand up for those who don’t have the same privileges that many Australians have. MOSS are a band of souls who want the country to be a better place for everyone who lives in it, not just those who are at the centre of political policies or agendas.” Source AMRAP By: Cameron Menegoni
“Moss writes and performs songs that have a little more to them than the steady diet of regurgitated emotional claptrap……” Ref: John Schumann; Composer, Performer & Writer
“……Their performance interwove inspired lyrics with visuals and performance…….The excellent songwriting of MOSS goes straight to core of what is happening in our times. They are the modern day griots of the Western world ….. They epitomise the creative act of hope….. I would highly recommend supporting this band. They are highly creative, collaborative, and what they are saying is worth listening to.” Ref; Naomi Ebert Smith, Co-Chair, Graham F Smith Peace Foundation
“MOSS’s forte is in writing songs that attract our attention then resonate with us every time we hear them – familiar, effective styles coupled with uniquely presented sentiments of consequence inspiring us to contemplate as we’re tapping our feet. This is how a band stands out in this industry.” Jac Dalton
“…….Projected images behind the band illustrate the subject matter of most of the songs and guide you through their journey.  The music has an unapologetic hat tip to the 70’s. No bad thing and their sound and show are big enough for any arena.” Ref: Pete McLaughlin; Owner of Distillery Studios, Adelaide and veteran of the London music scene.

Some Highlights

Moss Band from Adelaide, Australia