John Farnham: The voice behind The Voice

You’re The Voice remains a favourite for generations of Australians and the album it's on, Whispering Jack, has sold more than 1.5 million copies. But John Farnham was 37 by the time he recorded that album and the music industry wasn’t all that interested in a new direction from a 60s pop star - until word of mouth began spreading that this was something special.

In some ways it’s that background that makes the result so remarkable. Andrew Ford charts the story behind Farnham's biggest hit and explores why Farnham's voice has earned him such admiration.

Featuring interviews with David Hirschfelder, Gaynor Wheatley, Michael Paynter, and Poppy Stockell.

The Songs of John Farnham: A Living Legend, The Celebration Concert is on September 20.

The Sydney Theatre Company’s musical, Whispering Jack, begins on November 15.

Music heard in this program:

Title: Raindrops Keep Fallin' On My Head

Artist: John Farnham

Composer: Burt Bacharach & Hal David

Album: Looking Through A Tear

Label: Columbia

Title: Sadie The Cleaning Lady