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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. Formed in 1965, the band evolved from the local rockabilly group Johnny Kett's Black Diamonds, with members Alan Oloman and Alan Keogh collaborating on original music. Their impressive repertoire included over 30 original songs, and they gained recognition for their musical talent early on. In late 1966, they made history by signing a recording deal with Festival, becoming the first pop band from the NSW Central West to secure a major label contract without establishing themselves in a capital city. Their debut single, released in December 1966, featured the surf-tinged "See The Way" on the A-side and the garage classic "I Want, Need, Love You" on the B-side. Both tracks showcased their originality and power, earning them a strong following and 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. The band continued to perform and gained further recognition, including being named the best support act by The Easybeats. In 1968, Darcy Rosser replaced Alan Keogh on bass, and the band changed its name to Tymepiece, relocating permanently to Sydney. They performed regularly at various venues and recorded a version of

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