FROM the sheep station to the Australasian Country Music Roll of Renown, James Blundell has had an outstanding career.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
$0/
(min cost $0)
or signup to continue reading
The honour was presented at the Golden Guitar Awards by country music icon Lee Kernaghan and Tamworth Country Music Festival co-founder Max Ellis.
“I’ve been fortunate to collaborate with James on many occasions, stretching back to the early 1990’s when I played keyboard in his band and more recently on stage together for my 25th anniversary album and tour,” Kernaghan said.
“James has made a huge contribution to the country music industry and inspired many to follow in his footsteps and I congratulate him on this great achievement.”
Introduced in 1976, the Roll of Renown honours those that have made a lasting and significant contribution to country music.
Raised on a sheep and cattle station near Stanthorpe that he managed today, Blundell carved out his career at a young age with a Star Maker title at the age of 23.
Read also:
His self-titled debut album saw him recognised as Male Vocalist of the Year at the Country Music Awards of Australia in 1989 and 1990.
A string of platinum albums followed with success in the top 10 pop charts, an ARIA Award win and a major record label deal in Nashville.
Acclaimed in Australia and internationally, his authenticity, ability to connect with his audience and collaborate with other artists have led to an outstanding career.