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**Bio: The Black Diamonds** The Black Diamonds originated from Lithgow, a coal-mining town in the Blue Mountains of New South Wales, Australia. The band was formed in 1965 when Alan Oloman and Alan Keogh transitioned from the local rockabilly band Johnny Kett's Black Diamonds. Known for their musical excellence and originality, they boasted a repertoire of over 30 original songs, with three of their first four singles composed by band members. Managed by local DJ Bob Jolly, The Black Diamonds gained popularity in the Central West of NSW, but faced challenges due to promoter issues and the difficulties of touring in rural areas. In 1967, they decided to relocate to Sydney. They made history in late 1966 by signing a recording deal with Festival, becoming the first pop band from the NSW Central West to do so without establishing themselves in a capital city. Their debut single, released in December 1966, featured the surf-tinged "See The Way" and the garage classic "I Want, Need, Love You," both of which received critical acclaim. Their second single, "Outside Lookin' In" b/w "Not this Time," was released in 1967, with the A-side believed to be a cover of a song by J.J. Cale. In 1968, Darcy Rosser replaced Alan Keogh on bass, and the band changed their name to Tymepiece, moving permanently to Sydney. As Tymepiece

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