5 Key Facts About John Farnham’s The Age of Reason

The album was released in 1988 on Wheatley Records. It followed Farnham’s massive comeback album Whispering Jack.

The Age of Reason continued Farnham’s pop-rock sound. It solidified his status as a major Australian artist after his return to prominence.

The album produced several hit singles. These included the title track “The Age of Reason” and “Two Strong Hearts.”

It was a commercial success in Australia. The album reached high chart positions and sold well, though it didn’t match Whispering Jack’s record-breaking sales.

The album marked a consistent creative direction. Farnham worked with the same producers and songwriters who helped shape his comeback sound.