Goanna was an Australian rock group prominent in the 1980s, led by singer-songwriter and guitarist Shane Howard. The band was noted for their fusion of rock and folk influences with deep roots in Australian indigenous culture, reflecting in their lyrical content that often touched on social and political issues. Their most significant contribution to music history is their 1982 hit "Solid Rock," one of the first popular songs to broach the subject of Aboriginal rights in Australia. The band's unique blend of styles and focus on indigenous themes marked them as distinct in the Australian music scene.