SINGER Graham G Toole has hit the jackpot as Kenny Rogers.
Graham has made a career out of singing the songs of the greats, performing tributes to Glen Campbell, John Denver, and Kenny Rogers over the past 38 years.
Growing up in a musical household, Graham’s passion for music was evident from an early age. He joined an old-time dance band and, at 16, won a talent competition to be the curtain-raiser for a young John Williamson’s travelling out west TV show.
Graham’s performances transcend generations, with grandparents eager to share the music. “They’re just such well-crafted songs,” he says.
“It’s been a brilliant opportunity to play wonderful songs that everyone knows, and we encourage people to join in,” said Graham.
When it comes to favourites, he says it’s too hard to choose — sometimes it’s a melody, other times a phrase that resonates. “One line in a song can just take the audience back to that special time in their lives,” he said.
In 2004, Graham was recognised with the Frank Ifield International Spur Award for his potential global country music appeal, individual style, and professionalism. Frank Ifield said Graham impressed him as a highly professional performer and, “this guy sings with the passion of Adele and the enthusiasm of Ed Sheeran”.
His show covers the hits and stories of Kenny Rogers, John Denver, and Glen Campbell, plus two gems from his album A Life Worth Living, which he says reflects his life’s journey.
Graham G Toole will bring his “Kenny Rogers & Friends” show to the Frankston Arts Centre on Sunday, 2 November at 5pm.
Tickets: thefac.com.au or call 9784 1060.
First published in the Mornington News – 21 October 2025
