Spirit of Place won the ARIA Best Album of the Year for 1982, with their first major hit, “Solid Rock”, winning Best Single of the Year.
 
Shane wrote original songs that were concerned about the Aboriginal experience, social justice, land and environmental issues with a distinct Australian style and identity. The songs were earthy and reflected roots in Country, US West Coast and traditional Folk Music influences.
 
Discography and Recordings
Live at Marcus Oldham College
Recorded demos: Greg Bee Studios