Up There Cazaly anthem hero Mike Brady reveals heartbreak over missing ‘family member’ as he issues public plea for help

Up There Cazaly anthem hero Mike Brady reveals heartbreak over missing 'family member' as he issues public plea for help

As a dedicated follower and music enthusiast, I feel deeply saddened by the unfortunate incident that has befallen Australian musical legend Mike Brady. The theft of his cherished guitar, a family member to him, is more than just a crime; it’s a loss of a piece of our shared cultural heritage.


Australian musical legend Mike Brady has become a victim of a thoughtless crime.

As a devoted admirer, I’m sharing the news that the legendary figure behind the iconic Aussie Rules anthem “Up There Cazaly,” now 76 years old, recently took to social media to disclose that one of his cherished guitars was unfortunately stolen this week.

In tears, Brady, who referred to his stolen guitar as a beloved relative, shared that the black acoustic instrument was taken by thieves in South Melbourne on Sunday.

At the annual AFL Grand Final, Brady is admired by fans for his consistent displays. On his Instagram, he asked for details regarding a valuable item he had posted.

In his post, Brady added a photo of the mystery part he was referring to. He clearly stated in the caption that this piece bears his very own name, engraved conspicuously on the guitar’s neck.

‘Stolen,’ Brady said in the caption.

Up There Cazaly anthem hero Mike Brady reveals heartbreak over missing 'family member' as he issues public plea for help

Up There Cazaly anthem hero Mike Brady reveals heartbreak over missing 'family member' as he issues public plea for help

He lamented, “That faithful Maton guitar I had was tragically taken from me. If anyone spots it, kindly inform the authorities.

He included a diagram with an arrow pointing to his name on the guitar neck. 

As a lifestyle enthusiast, I find myself moved by the heartfelt appeals of football legend Tom Brady on social media, particularly when it comes to his search for a unique guitar. Notably, a fellow aficionado chimed in, acknowledging the rarity of this piece – it’s one-of-a-kind, indeed.

They said, “Since we’re both a musician and a lover of old acoustic guitars, it’s likely that the one we’re looking for will turn up eventually.

As a devoted admirer, I can assure you that this unique guitar is truly one-of-a-kind. Should anyone attempt to sell it, they may find themselves falling short of their expectations regarding the sale outcome.

1979 saw the birth of “Up There Cazaly” by Brady, an inspiring Aussie Rules football anthem which has since been tightly linked to the sport. It even held the title as the top-selling Australian single during that era.

Initially composed to boost Channel Seven’s broadcast of the Victorian Football League, it was initially performed by the musical duo The Two Man Band, consisting of Mike and Peter Sullivan.

The tune has since gone on to become the unofficial anthem of Australian Rules Football.

Up There Cazaly anthem hero Mike Brady reveals heartbreak over missing 'family member' as he issues public plea for help

The title alludes to Roy Cazaly, a celebrated footballer from South Melbourne and St Kilda, famous for his remarkable aerial skills, whose exclamation “Up High, Cazaly!” became iconic.

The tune has since gone on to become the unofficial anthem of Australian Rules Football.

It was also used in the classic 1980 Aussie Rules drama The Club with Jack Thompson. 

Today, the melody continues to be cherished as an essential element of AFL heritage, frequently heard during grand finals and stirring feelings of nostalgia and pride within the hearts of Australian football enthusiasts.

Following the outstanding AFL Grand Final performance in September, Mike Brady received an avalanche of acclaim.

Once more, Brady showcased his renowned song “Up There Cazaly” to over 100,000 football enthusiasts at the MCG.

He has performed the iconic tune at 14 AFL Grand finals starting with his first in 1979.

Before his show at the 2024 Grand Final, Mike shared with A Current Affair that, even after so many years, he’s as excited as ever to perform that song at such a massive event, feeling the same rush he always did.

He mentioned that his first championship game took place in 1979, pitting Carlton against Collingwood. The stadium was packed to capacity, and he felt as if he had returned home during the event.

‘I love it when I walk out. I get this feeling of warmth from the crowd.’

Read More

2024-11-16 18:04

Previous post Miss Universe Australia Olivia Molly Rogers announces surprise new career move inspired by wedding
Next post Jake Paul Beats 58-year-old Mike Tyson as the Hits Don’t Match the Hype