JOHN O’DEA has been described as “A breath of fresh air on the Australian country music scene”. Based in Orroroo in the Upper north of SA. through the release of his debut album If Stones Could Talk John has gained the reputation of being a very talented singer/songwriter capturing the spirit of the country’s people and places.

With his second album, Old Rusty Ute, he is destined to continue this journey. John has won five SA songwriting awards and two Frank Harding Awards for Excellence in 2005/2006 with songs from his album.

With the musical genius of Trev Warner (producer, musician) and Stuie French (guitarist) combining with John’s songwriting and his warm and uniquely Australian vocal style, Old Rusty Ute is a definitive Australian album, done with an interesting mix of country and folk.