Painters and Dockers

Painters & Dockers is an Australian musical group that formed in 1982. Based in Australia, the ensemble emerged during a vibrant period of the country's music scene. The group's name reflects working-class themes, positioning them within a distinctive cultural context. Active from their formation in 1982, Painters & Dockers developed a sound that drew on Australian musical traditions and working-class narratives, contributing to the broader landscape of Australian popular music during the 1980s and beyond.