Colin Buchanan (musician) facts for kids
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Colin Buchanan
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Buchanan at the 2023 Tamworth Country Music Festival
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| Background information | |
| Born | 23 May 1964 Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland |
| Origin | Bourke, New South Wales, Australia |
| Genres | Country, children's, Christian |
| Occupation(s) | Singer |
| Instruments | Vocals, acoustic guitar, harmonica |
| Years active | 1991–present |
| Labels | ABC Music EMI Music Australia Universal Music Australia |
Colin Buchanan (born 23 May 1964) is a well-known Australian singer, songwriter, and entertainer. He is famous for his country music, fun children's songs, and Christian music. You might know him from his time on the TV show Play School or from his popular Christmas songs.
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Early Life and Beginnings
Colin was born in Dublin, Ireland. When he was six years old, his family moved to Melbourne, Australia. Later, they moved to Peakhurst in Sydney. In 1988, he and his wife lived in the Australian outback for a couple of years. This included time in Bourke and Grenfell, New South Wales.
Music and TV Career
Colin Buchanan has had a very successful music career. He has won nine Golden Guitar awards. These are some of the biggest awards for country music in Australia! He has also written songs with famous country artists like Lee Kernaghan and Troy Cassar-Daley. One of his songs, "Hat Town," won an APRA Award. His Christmas album with Greg Champion is very popular, especially his song "Aussie Jingle Bells." This song is often sung at school concerts.
From 1992 to 1999, Colin was a regular presenter on ABC TV's Play School. He also appeared on Playhouse Disney. This show was a team-up between Australia's Seven Network and Disney Channel. He performed at Carols in the Domain each year with Monica Trapaga.
Since the mid-1990s, Colin has spent a lot of his time making Christian music albums. His children's Christian albums are very popular in Australia, the United Kingdom, and parts of the United States. Colin used to be a school teacher. His songs are often played in primary classrooms and Sunday Schools.
Personal Life
Colin and his wife, Robyn, have four children. Their names are Elliot, Laura, Emily, and Riley.
Music Releases
Colin Buchanan has released many albums over the years. He has made country albums, children's albums, and Christian albums.
Some Studio Albums
- Galahs in the Gidgee (1991)
- Hard Times (1992)
- Aussie Christmas with Bucko & Champs (with Greg Champion) (1995)
- Edge of the Kimberley (1998)
- Aussie Christmas with Bucko & Champs 2 (with Greg Champion) (1998)
- Real Hope (2000)
- 10, 9, 8... God Is Great (2002) - A popular children's Christian album
- Jesus Rocks the World (2004) - Another well-loved children's Christian album
- King of Christmas (2005)
- Super Saviour (2008)
- Boom Chicka Boom (2009)
- God Rock (2011)
- King of the Jungle (2013)
- The Jesus Hokey Pokey (2014)
- Boss of the Cross (2016)
- Fam Bam Bible Jam! (2018)
- Colin Buchanan's Old Testament Sing-A-Long (2020)
Singles
- "Missin' Slim" (with Lee Kernaghan) (2004) - A tribute to the famous country singer Slim Dusty
- "Goodbye, Crocodile Hunter" (2006) - A tribute to Steve Irwin
- "Trader Bob" (2018)
- "In Real Life" (2022)
- "Little Barefoot Millie" (2023)
- "What I Love About Country" (2024)
Awards and Achievements
Colin Buchanan has won many awards for his music and songwriting.
He has won nine Golden Guitar Awards. These include:
- New Talent of the Year (1992)
- Heritage Award (1993)
- Heritage Song of the Year (1998, 2005, 2007)
- Vocal Collaboration of the Year (1999)
- Bush Ballad of the Year (1999, 2010)
- APRA Song of the Year (2000)
He has also won six Tamworth Songwriters Awards. These awards celebrate great songwriting. He won for:
- Amateur Traditional Award (1990)
- Professional Traditional Award (1991)
- Children's Song of the Year (1994, 2003, 2006)
- Songmaker Award (2015)
Colin has also been nominated for several ARIA Music Awards, which are Australia's main music awards. He was nominated for Best Country Album, Best Children's Album, and Best Comedy Release.
