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A single tragic event among many in northern New South Wales lead to the inspiration for Roger's chosen song, Token Angels.

Wendy Matthews knew Roger from his time in Models, and was working on a solo studio album when she came across the song.

It was released in 1990, winning an ARIA award the following year for Breakthrough Artist - Single.

 

Listen to Token Angels - YouTube

 

About the host Jane Rocca

Jane lives in Melbourne and has been writing about fashion, music and lifestyle over two decades.

She’s written for Australia’s best music publications; Rolling Stone, Loudmouth, Hot Metal, The Face, i-D UK and more.

More from Jane - Instagram | Twitter | SMH

 

Web - Some of My Best Work

Get in contact - [email protected]

All audio and music published with permission of artist, label and publisher.

 

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