Paul Greene has sold nearly 30,000 albums (an impressive amount in his native Australia), but you won't see his name on any commercial charts, as he has taken a staunchly independent path that has led him on a journey through countless festivals, bar rooms and concert halls across Australia.

On Tuesday 12 August, Paul will return to the Perth Blues Club to showcase his new CD. 

With the release of Distance Over Time, Paul is poised to introduce his undeniable talents to the mainstream. From the radio friendly ‘Pretty Girls' through to the timeless balladry of ‘Shine Like Gold' there's something on offer for both new and long-time fans.

Throughout the album's 18 tracks Greene morphs into the tongue in cheek pop poser ('Let It Flow', ‘Singalong'), the introspective tunesmith ('Picture', 'Something To Talk About'); the devoted husband/lover ('Whatever Happens', 'Shine Like Gold') and the homesick troubadour ('Jervis Bay'); then switches to the folk-hop groove of 'Get Over It' (which will be accompanied by a new video/surf clip), and the sublime pop of 'This Way'.

There are also studio recordings of the oft requested 'Work Love Dance Trust', 'Some Simplicity' and 'Jervis Bay' from his popular live album 'Happy Here with You'. Never hesitant to put his own spin on classic songs, Greene's also included stunning interpretations of The Waterboys' 'The Whole Of The Moon' (which was given the seal of approval by its composer, The Waterboys main man Mike Scott, who proclaimed it to be a "great version" before praising Greene for his amazing vocals) and Jeff Buckley's 'The Last Goodbye' - a JJJ favourite lifted from the Buckley tribute album 'Stars In Their Belly'.

Distance Over Time is a phenomenal showcase for Paul Greene's songwriting skills, justifying the many critics who regard him as one of Australian music's best-kept secrets.

What the press says: 

• Sydney Morning Herald's Bernard Zuel remarked how he moves effortlessly "from rustic folk-pop to unreconstructed rocker; from herbal roots ex-surfer type to intense singer-songwriter".
• "Greene's genuine songwriting stands above all else" proclaimed the Newcastle Herald;
• "You could be forgiven for thinking we may have our own Jack Johnson but Greene is more than that!" exclaims the Daily Telegraph.
• DIG radio says, "Paul Greene is growing into one of the best Australian singer songwriters", while Nova called his music "refreshingly honest and as catchy as you like" before anointing him Australia's best unsigned acoustic act in 2007.

Sing Along - from the CD Distance Over Time