Paul Kelly On Seventy: 13th Floor MusicTalk Interview
Paul Kelly, the veteran Australian singer-songwriter, celebrates turning seventy with a new album also titled Seventy, featuring around a dozen fresh songs.
Interview Highlights with Marty Duda
Marty Duda from The 13th Floor spoke with Paul about the importance of reaching this age and his outlook going forward.
Marty: The album is Seventy, you are 70, and believe it or not, I’m 70 too. So I’m even more curious to hear about your thoughts of… ’cause it seems to be a major thing, doesn’t it?
Paul Kelly: I’ve never really paid much attention to how old I am, but suddenly it changes how people treat you. I remember three big birthdays. Forty felt really significant—it felt like I was officially an adult. Also, at 40, people close to me, friends, colleagues started passing away. That tends to happen in the music industry because quite a few of us die young. That time marked a real turning point, where some of us keep living and some don’t.
This conversation reveals how Paul Kelly has reflected on aging and loss, recognizing the milestones that have shaped his perspective.
Author's summary: Paul Kelly marks his seventieth birthday through music, reflecting on aging, loss, and the changes in life and relationships over the years.