Paul Kelly “Seventy”

Australia’s master storyteller marks a major milestone with an album that solidifies his artistic legacy. After more than six years between his self-written albums “Nature” (2018) and “Fever Longing Still” (2024), Kelly quickly followed up with a new release just twelve months later.

This latest album is especially significant, celebrating Kelly’s thirtieth album, his fiftieth year in the music industry, and his seventieth birth year—hence the title, Seventy.

Career Highlights

Over five decades, Kelly’s music has become synonymous with Australian life and culture.
He has won seventeen ARIA awards for recording and five APRA awards for songwriting.
In 2025, he received the AACTA Award for Outstanding Contribution, presented by film star Russell Crowe, a lifelong fan.

Album Significance

Following the 2024 album Fever Longing Still, which proved Kelly’s creative spirit remains strong, Seventy perfectly encapsulates his enduring and celebrated career.

“If last year’s release ‘Fever Longing Still’ proved that Kelly’s creative fire was still burning as bright as ever, then ‘Seventy’ is the perfect summation of his long and celebrated career.”

Author’s summary: Paul Kelly’s album Seventy celebrates his 50-year career and 30th album, highlighting his lasting influence on Australian music and culture.

Americana UK — 2025-11-06