Jimmy Barnes

Jimmy Barnes (born April 28 1956 as James Dixon Swan) is a popular rock/soul singer, born in Scotland, but long-time resident in Australia.

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April 28 - 1956

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He first came to attention as the lead-singer with popular Australian Pub Rock band, Cold Chisel. Since the breakup of Cold Chisel, Barnes has had a successful solo career, with several number one albums and top ten singles.

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Pub Rock - Cold Chisel

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Barnes is both loved and hated for his unique vocal style. His detractors often say that instead of singing he just screams (hence his name of "jimmy the screamer" by some of his fans), while he fans point to some of his Cold Chisel work which shows a greater range.

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His latest album Double Happiness released in July 2005, debuted at #1 on the ARIAnet Albums Chart.

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Barnes is also the father of gifted singer David Campbell, who recently starred in the Australian production of the musical "Sunset Boulevard" and is soon to be appearing on the Australian television program "Dancing with the Stars". The two perform the duet "Witcheta lineman" together on Barnes' new CD "Double Happiness".

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