Och Aye the G'nu

Och Aye the G'nu
Studio album by
Jimmy Barnes and the Wiggles
Released31 March 2017
Recorded2016
StudioHot Potato Studios
GenreChildren's music
LabelABC Music
ProducerAnthony Field
Jimmy Barnes albums chronology
Soul Searchin'
(2016) 		Och Aye the G'nu
(2017) 		Working Class Boy
(2018)

Och Aye the G'nu is a 2017 children's album credited to Scottish-born Australian rock singer-songwriter Jimmy Barnes, and Australian children's music group the Wiggles.

Background

Och Aye the G'nu was first mentioned by producer Anthony Field in the Wiggles' 25th anniversary feature interview in May 2016.[1] The album was recorded in 2016. After working on the project, Field said; "The songs on Och Aye the G'nu are absolutely beautiful, they come from Jimmy's heart. There's also a great sense of fun, perfect for the young listener. Every morning we'd come into the studio and be so excited, we knew we were working on a very special project for children. It was one of the greatest experiences working with Jimmy."[2]

Several other musicians worked on the album, including Jimmmy Barnes' wife Jane Barnes, their son Jackie Barnes and daughters Elly-May and Mahalia Barnes.[3]

Release and reception

The album was released on 31 March 2017[4] and peaked at number 34 on the ARIA Charts.[citation needed] Upon release, Barnes said "It has been such an honour and a pleasure to work with my old friends... 'Och Aye the G'nu' was written for my grandchildren, especially my cheeky little red headed Scot. Glasgow holds a special place in my heart and it was also inspired by my love of Scotland."[5]

A music video of the lead track I'm a G'Nu, which is not to be confused with the Flanders and Swan song "The Gnu", was created by ABC for Kids and uploaded on their YouTube channel.[6]

Accolades

At the ARIA Music Awards of 2017, Och Aye the G'nu won the ARIA Award for Best Children's Album.[7][8]

Track listing

  1. "I'm a G'Nu" (Introduction) - 0:13
  2. "I'm a G'Nu" (Jackie Barnes, Jimmy Barnes, Anthony Field, Lachlan Gillespie) - 1:49
  3. "Och Aye G'Nu and Kangaroo" (Introduction) - 0:09
  4. "Och Aye G'Nu and Kangaroo" (Jackie Barnes, Jimmy Barnes, Anthony Field, Lachlan Gillespie) - 1:46
  5. "When You're Living in the Zoo" (Introduction) - 0:25
  6. "When You're Living in the Zoo" (Jackie Barnes, Jimmy Barnes, Anthony Field, Lachlan Gillespie) - 1:46
  7. "Winter is Coming Here Soon" (Introduction) - 0:15
  8. "Winter is Coming Here Soon" (Jimmy Barnes, Anthony Field, Lachlan Gillespie) - 2:40
  9. "I Got New Shoes" (Introduction) - 0:12
  10. "I Got New Shoes" (Jackie Barnes, Jimmy Barnes, Anthony Field) - 1:47
  11. "Shake Your Shaggy, Shaggy Mane" (Introduction) - 0:10
  12. "Shake Your Shaggy, Shaggy Mane" (John Field) - 1:58
  13. "Two Pairs of Shoes" (Introduction) - 0:12
  14. "Two Pairs of Shoes" (Jackie Barnes, Jimmy Barnes, Anthony Field, John Field) - 1:31
  15. "The Haggis is Coming" (Introduction to We Love Haggis) (Jimmy Barnes, Anthony Field) - 0:16
  16. "We Love Haggis, Stew and Shortbread Too!" (Jackie Barnes, Jimmy Barnes, Anthony Field, Paul Field) - 1:34
  17. "The Blackbird Ballet" (Introduction) - 0:09
  18. "The Blackbird Ballet" (Jimmy Barnes, Anthony Field, John Field) - 1:18
  19. "I'll Be With You Forever" (Introduction) - 0:08
  20. "I'll Be With You Forever" (Jackie Barnes, Jimmy Barnes, Anthony Field) - 4:06
  21. "My G'Nu Kazoo" (Introduction) - 0:09
  22. "My G'Nu Kazoo" (Jackie Barnes, Jimmy Barnes, Anthony Field, John Field, Lachlan Gillespie) - 0:43
  23. "It's a Parrot Party" (Introduction) - 0:10
  24. "It's a Parrot Party" (Jimmy Barnes, Murray Cook, Jeff Fatt, Anthony Field, Greg Page) - 2:09
  25. "The Fairy Dance" (Introduction) - 0:16
  26. "The Fairy Dance" (Instrumental) (Jackie Barnes, Jimmy Barnes, Oliver Brian, Anthony Field, Alex Keller) - 1:25
  27. "Tip Toe in the Snow" (Introduction) - 0:13
  28. "Tip Toe in the Snow" (Jackie Barnes, Emma Watkins) - 0:46
  29. "Outro" - 0:14

Personnel

Musicians

  • Vocals: Elly-May Barnes, Jane Barnes, Jimmy Barnes, Mahalia Barnes, Maria Field, Lachlan Gillespie, Emma Watkins
  • Backing Vocals: Elly-May Barnes, Jackie Barnes, Jane Barnes, Jimmy Barnes, Mahalia Barnes, John Field, Paul Field, Lachlan Gillespie, Emma Watkins
  • Acoustic Guitar: Oliver Brian, Anthony Field, John Field
  • Bass Guitar: Jeff McCormack
  • Piano: Jackie Barnes, Jeff Fatt, Lachlan Gillespie
  • Jaw Harp: Jackie Barnes
  • Glockenspiel: Jackie Barnes
  • Drums: Jackie Barnes, Ian Bentley, Anthony Field, Kenny Holmes
  • Percussion: Jackie Barnes, Oliver Brian, Anthony Field
  • Bagpipes: Anthony Field, Michael McDaniel, Robert Pearce
  • Organ: Jackie Barnes, Jeff Fatt, Lachlan Gillespie
  • Six-String Banjo: Oliver Brian, Anthony Field
  • Tambourine: Jackie Barnes
  • Electric Guitar: Oliver Brian, Anthony Field
  • Elephant: Simon Pryce
  • Didgeridoo: Anthony Field
  • Marching Drums: Ian Bentley, Kenny Holmes
  • Electric Bagpipes: Anthony Field
  • Ukulele: John Field
  • Nylon Guitar: Oliver Brian
  • Tin Whistle: Anthony Field
  • Bells: Jackie Barnes
  • Kazoo: Jackie Barnes, Lachlan Gillespie

Staff

  • Created and Performed by: Jimmy Barnes
  • Music Produced by: Anthony Field
  • Music Recorded at: Hot Potato Studios, Sydney
  • Music Recorded by: Alex Keller and Jeff McCormack
  • Music Mixed by: Alex Keller
  • Executive Producer: Paul Field
  • Production Managers: Kate Chiodo and Ivy Gaymer
  • Graphic Design: Daniel Attard
  • Stills Photographers: Daniel Attard and Paul Field

Charts

Chart (2017) Peak
position
Australian Albums (ARIA)[9] 34

Release history

Region Date Format Label Catalogue/ISBN
Australia 31 March 2017
ABC Music 374198
Australia 1 April 2017
Bonnier Publishing Australia 9781760407063

References

  1. ^ "The Wiggles 25th anniversary: feature interview". The BUGG Report. 30 May 2016. Retrieved 29 November 2017.
  2. ^ "Jimmy Barnes Och Aye the G'Nu". Femail. March 2017. Retrieved 29 November 2017.
  3. ^ "Jimmy Barnes – Och Aye The G'Nu! – CD (Album), 2017". Discogs. Retrieved 26 December 2024.
  4. ^ "Jimmy Barnes teams up with The Wiggles for the exciting release of 'Och Aye the G'Nu'". Jimmy Barnes. 14 March 2017. Retrieved 26 December 2024.
  5. ^ "Jimmy Barnes teams up with the Wiggles for the exciting release of 'Och Aye the G'Nu' – Jimmy Barnes".
  6. ^ "Jimmy Barnes & The Wiggles - I'm a G'Nu". YouTube. 5 April 2017. Retrieved 29 November 2017.
  7. ^ "And the ARIA Award Goes To..." Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA). 28 November 2017. Retrieved 29 November 2017.
  8. ^ Cockburn, Paige (28 November 2017). "ARIA Awards 2017: Gang of Youths, Paul Kelly, A.B. Original big victors at Australian music's night of nights". ABC News. Retrieved 26 December 2024.
  9. ^ "Australiancharts.com – Jimmy Barnes and The Wiggles – Och Aye the G'nu". Hung Medien. Retrieved 29 November 2017.
  10. ^ "Och Aye the G'nu by The Wiggles & Jimmy Barnes (CD)". ABC. Retrieved 29 November 2017.
  11. ^ "Och Aye the G'nu - iTunes". iTunes Australia. Retrieved 29 November 2017.
  12. ^ "Och Aye the G'nu by The Wiggles & Jimmy Barnes (Book)". ABC. Retrieved 29 November 2017.