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Biography of Alston Koch

Alston Koch began his professional career in Australia with DARK TAN in 1975.He received his first Gold Disc with DISCO LADY in 1977 and continuously toured the continent to 'Full Houses' until 1980 when he launched his solo career by signing up with RCA Records. Alston toured the World to promote his International releases, writing songs for some of the best publishers in the U.K, with records and songs released in Europe, Scandinavia and Australasia.

Back in Australia in 1986 he was selected by the Australian Task Force to write & perform the album for the AMERICA'S CUP and was a part of the America's CUP DEFENCE TEAM in Perth in 1986 for the 'KOOKABURRA' Yacht and its defense of the America's Cup. Alston performed the song 'KOOKABURRA' on all the International talk back Television shows including CNN & BBC, MTV Worldwide. As an International recording & performing artist he has appeared in concerts around the World including London, Copenhagen, Dubai, India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, New Zealand & Australia to name a few. Dave Most/Mickie Most (U.K.) legends in the British Pop scene, TONY MYATT (Capitol Radio) Glenn A Baker (Rock Historian) Matt White (Daily Mirror) Ben Mitchell (PEOPLE MAGAZINE) CHRISTIE ELIEZIAR (Music & Media) are just few of the World's music critics that have applauded his talent. He walked away from his career when he visited Sri Lanka in 1994 and offered his services in an honorary capacity to develop the country of his birth. He introduced a new concept in theme restaurants with Pop star dining cuisine at his 'ROCK CAFE' in Sri Lanka which was an instant hit and also launched the 1st Cable Television Network in the region. Alston was introduced to the World Audience on MTV Awards night in 2005 by triple Grammy Award winning Superstar ALICIA KEYES as 'A Legend and a Superstar'.. Alston returned to the stage for some selected performances in 2007 with a come-back tour taking in the territories of his performances in the past. Look out for more information soon. *What they said: He is a natural & introduced Disco music to Australia... DONNIE SUTHERLAND ('Sounds' Channel 7) When I heard 'TRY AGAIN' I signed him up immediately. DAVE MOST (Mickie Most Organization) Asia's loss but our gain, a great find... MATT WHITE (Daily Mirror, Sydney) Australasia's answer to Luther Vandross... Robert Rasic (SONY-VOLITION) One of the best souls voices out of Asia and easily the best in Australia. George Levendis (MOTOWN records & assistant to Clive Hines. 2 Platinum Awards ( A.R.I.A accredited).

INTERVIEW BY ASIA TV
-Alston Koch