Och Aye the G'nu facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Och Aye the G'nu |
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| Released | 31 March 2017 | |||
| Recorded | 2016 | |||
| Studio | Hot Potato Studios | |||
| Genre | Children's music | |||
| Label | ABC Music | |||
| Producer | Anthony Field | |||
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Och Aye the G'nu is a fun children's album released in 2017. It was made by famous Australian singer Jimmy Barnes and the much-loved children's group, The Wiggles. The album was first talked about by Anthony Field from The Wiggles. It came out in March 2017 and was quite popular, reaching number 34 on the Australian music charts.
This album was so good that it won an award! At the ARIA Music Awards of 2017, Och Aye the G'nu was named the ARIA Award for Best Children's Album.
A music video for the main song, I'm a G'Nu, was made by ABC for Kids. You can find it on their YouTube channel.
Contents
Making the Album: A Fun Story
Who is Jimmy Barnes?
Jimmy Barnes is a legendary rock singer from Australia. He was born in Scotland. He's famous for his solo songs and for being the lead singer of the band Cold Chisel. Jimmy has sold over 12 million albums! He's even been put into the ARIA Hall of Fame twice, which is a huge honor in Australian music. In 2016, he wrote a best-selling book about his life. Och Aye the G'nu is his very first album made just for kids.
Meet The Wiggles
The Wiggles are a super popular children's entertainment group. They have been making music and shows for over 25 years! They have sold millions of DVDs, albums, and books around the world. Like Jimmy Barnes, The Wiggles have also been inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame.
Why They Made This Album
When the album was released, Jimmy Barnes shared why he made it. He said it was "an honor and a pleasure" to work with his old friends, The Wiggles. He wrote Och Aye the G'nu especially for his grandchildren. He was thinking of his "cheeky little red headed Scot" grandchild. The album was also inspired by his love for Scotland and the city of Glasgow.
Anthony Field, who produced the album, loved working on it. He said the songs "come from Jimmy's heart." He also mentioned how much fun they had. Anthony felt it was a "very special project for children."
Songs on the Album
The album has many fun songs for kids. Some of them have short introductions before the main song starts. Here are some of the songs you'll find:
- "I'm a G'Nu"
- "Och Aye G'Nu and Kangaroo"
- "When You're Living in the Zoo"
- "Winter is Coming Here Soon"
- "I Got New Shoes"
- "Shake Your Shaggy, Shaggy Mane"
- "Two Pairs of Shoes"
- "We Love Haggis, Stew and Shortbread Too!" (This one has an intro called "The Haggis is Coming")
- "The Blackbird Ballet"
- "I'll Be With You Forever"
- "My G'Nu Kazoo"
- "It's a Parrot Party"
- "The Fairy Dance"
- "Tip Toe in the Snow"
Who Helped Make the Music?
Many talented people worked on Och Aye the G'nu.
Musicians and Singers
- Singers: Elly May Barnes, Jane Barnes, Jimmy Barnes, Mahalia Barnes, Maria Field, Lachlan Gillespie, Emma Watkins.
- Background Singers: Elly May Barnes, Jackie Barnes, Jane Barnes, Jimmy Barnes, Mahalia Barnes, John Field, Paul Field, Lachlan Gillespie, Emma Watkins.
- Guitars: Oliver Brian, Anthony Field, John Field (acoustic, electric, nylon, six-string banjo, ukulele).
- Keyboards: Jackie Barnes, Jeff Fatt, Lachlan Gillespie (piano, organ).
- Drums & Percussion: Jackie Barnes, Ian Bentley, Anthony Field, Kenny Holmes (drums, percussion, marching drums, tambourine, bells).
- Other Instruments: Jeff McCormack (bass guitar), Jackie Barnes (jaw harp, glockenspiel, kazoo), Anthony Field (bagpipes, electric bagpipes, didgeridoo, tin whistle), Michael McDaniel (bagpipes), Robert Pearce (bagpipes), Simon Pryce (elephant sounds).
Behind the Scenes Staff
- Created and Performed by: Jimmy Barnes
- Music Producer: Anthony Field
- Recording Studio: Hot Potato Studios, Sydney
- Recording and Mixing: Alex Keller and Jeff McCormack
- Executive Producer: Paul Field
- Production Managers: Kate Chiodo and Ivy Gaymer
- Graphic Design: Daniel Attard
- Photographers: Daniel Attard and Paul Field
Album Success
The album was popular in Australia. It reached number 34 on the ARIA Charts in 2017.
