Brian Cadd , beloved Australian music icon, is currently recovering in hospital after suffering a hemorrhagic stroke at his home on the Gold Coast.
In a heartfelt statement released by his family on Tuesday, it was confirmed that the 77-year-old singer-songwriter was rushed to Gold Coast University Hospital late last week after collapsing due to the stroke.
“At the end of last week, our dear Brian suffered a hemorrhagic stroke while at home on the Gold Coast,” the family shared. “Fortunately, he received immediate medical attention and is now under the excellent care of doctors and staff at the Gold Coast University Hospital.”
The update also brought some relief to fans, as the family confirmed Cadd is in stable condition and showing early signs of improvement.
“While the road to recovery may be long, he is stable and already showing encouraging progress,” they said. “We appreciate everyone’s love and support but kindly ask for privacy during this critical time.”
A Living Legend of Australian Music
Brian Cadd’s music career spans decades, and he remains one of the most influential figures in the Australian music industry. He first gained recognition in the 1960s as a member of the band The Groop, which had a string of hits between 1964 and 1969.
Following The Groop’s success, Cadd co-founded Axiom alongside Don Mudie. The group also featured Glenn Shorrock, who would later become the frontman of Little River Band.
Cadd launched his solo career in 1972 and went on to form the Bootleg Family Band, earning major success with their 1973 cover of Loggins and Messina’s Your Mama Don’t Dance.
Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, Cadd continued to evolve as an artist, signing with Capitol Records and covering hits by artists such as Bonnie Tyler and The Pointer Sisters.
His incredible contributions to music were formally recognized when he was inducted into both the ARIA Hall of Fame and the Australian Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2007. In 2018, he received the prestigious title of Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for his services to the music industry.
Still Going Strong
Even in recent years, Cadd continued to explore new musical horizons. In 2023, he released the country-inspired album Dream Train, which debuted at number 40 on the ARIA Albums Chart.
“Five years ago, I never would have done this, thinking of the way I am perceived as coming from the rock’n’roll world,” Cadd shared in an interview with The Music. “Then I thought, I’m 77 years old; I can do whatever I want. It was a magical experience.”
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He described feeling a new sense of creative freedom, saying, “Let’s have more dobro, more pedal steel… They even sneaked some banjo into the mix, and that is something I never would have done before.”
Fans across Australia and beyond are sending their love and well wishes to Brian Cadd and his family as he begins his journey to recovery. His legacy continues to inspire, and his resilience reflects the spirit of a true rock legend.
