The Rise & Fall of Men at Work: Greg Prato Reveals the Band's Incredible Story

How did Men at Work go from dominating MTV and topping charts around the world to breaking up just a few years later? In this episode of Booked On Rock, author Greg Prato joins us to discuss his new book, Down Under: The Men at Work & Colin Hay Story. We explore the band's early days in Australia, the making of Business as Usual and Cargo, the stories behind classics like "Down Under," "Who Can It Be Now?," "Overkill," and "Be Good Johnny," and the creative chemistry that made Men at Work one of the defining bands of the 1980s.

Greg also shares fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, including how the iconic flute intro to "Down Under" almost never happened, the pressures that led to the band's breakup, Greg Ham's lasting musical legacy, Colin Hay's successful solo career, and why Men at Work's music continues to connect with listeners more than four decades later. Whether you're a lifelong fan or discovering the band for the first time, this conversation offers an insightful look at one of classic rock's most memorable success stories. Watch or listen to the full episode and rediscover the remarkable legacy of Men at Work.

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