The Recorded Poems of Och Aye the G'Nu is a poetry collection written and performed by Jimmy Barnes, produced by The Wiggles, and illustrated by Kat Chadwick. The collection is meant to serve as a companion piece to the album of the same name and was released on April 1st, 2017, immediately following the album.[1]
Press Release[1][]
He’s a handsome young calf, he’s a wildebeest, too.
But in Scotland they call him young Och Aye the G’Nu…
Jimmy Barnes, Aussie rock legend and grandad, has penned a delightful collection of poetry for his grandchildren, especially his cheeky little red headed Scot who he affectionately calls G’Nu…
Read along with Jimmy with the included CD, in this treasured keepsake for sweet g’nus everywhere!
Personnel[]
- Produced by Paul Field
- Early Childhood Advisors: Kathleen Warren and Anthony Field
- Audio Engineer: Jeff McCormack
- Production Manager: Ivy Gaymer
Musicians and Performers:
- Jimmy Barnes - Poetry Reading
- Jackie Barnes - Percussion, Sound Effects, Vocals
- Jeff Fatt - Piano, Accordion, Animal Noises
- Paul Field and Murray Cook - Additional Noises
Poems[]
- Och Aye the G'Nu
- Och Aye and Kangaroo
- The G'Nu's Sea Cruise
- The G'Nu's New Shoes
- Och Aye Gets the Flu
- Och Aye Sings the Blues
- Happy Birthday G'Nu
Trivia[]
- Although Jeff Fatt is credited for playing the accordion, it is not actually used on any of the poems.
- Brief snippets of various songs from the companion album are heard on each of the poems.