Ian Haug(born 21 February 1970) is an Australian musician and the lead guitarist, songwriter, and backing vocalist in the rock bandPowderfingerfrom its formation in 1989 until its breakup in 2010. He is presently a member ofThe Church.
Ian David Haug | |
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 Haug at theAcross the Great Divide Tourin Sydney, 2007 | |
| Background information | |
| Born | 21 February 1970[1] Hobart,Tasmania, Australia |
| Origin | Brisbane,Queensland, Australia |
| Genres | Indie rock,alternative rock |
| Occupation | Musician |
| Instrument(s) | Guitar, vocals |
| Years active | 1989–present |
| Labels | Polydor,Universal |
Powderfinger
editPowderfinger in 1989 by vocalist and guitarist Ian Haug, bass guitaristJohn Collinsand drummerSteven Bishop,[2]who took their band's name from theNeil Youngsong "Powderfinger".[3][4]Before the band's formation, Haug had played in other Brisbane-based outfits.[5]The band later sought an extra guitarist,Bernard Fanning,who Haug had met in a university class.[6]Fanning took over the role oflead vocalsfrom Haug, and at the same timeJon Coghilljoined, replacing Bishop.[7]Powderfinger's final line-up change came with the addition of guitaristDarren Middleton.[3]The line-up of Coghill, Collins, Fanning, Haug and Middleton remained unchanged from 1992 onwards.[8]
Far Out Corporation
editHaug andGrant McLennanformed theFar Out Corporationin 1996 and made one record - and performed a handful of shows to critical acclaim. During a hiatus (2004–2006) in Powderfinger's career, Haug worked on a side project, The Predators, with Collins and original Powderfinger memberSteven Bishopon drums and vocals. During all live Predators showsRoss McLennanplayed drums whileSteven Bishopstepped to the front of the stage. In April 2010, Powderfinger announced it would disband after their final tour in September–October.
The Predators
editIn 2004, Powderfinger decided to take some time off to allow the band members to begin families and pursue side projects. In this downtime Haug formedThe Predatorswith the original Powderfinger lineup of drummer/vocalist Steven Bishop and bassist John Collins. The band, like the other side projects for Powderfinger, was signed to theDew Processrecord label. The Predators released a six track EP in 2006 and were joined live by drummerRoss McLennan.
In 2007, Haug reunited with Powderfinger to release their sixth studio albumDream Days at the Hotel Existence.They followed with their seventh studio album,Golden Rulein 2009. In April 2010, Powderfinger announced it would disband after their final tour in September–October.
The Church
editIn 2013, following the departure of guitaristMarty Willson-Piper,Haug joined Australian bandThe Churchand during the early parts of 2014 they recorded an album,Further/Deeper,which was released in October 2014 and toured Australia in the latter part of that year. Haug then toured with the band in the United States in 2015 and 2016.
Haug is now a full member of The Church. He wrote and recorded with the band on the next albumMan Woman Life Death Infinity,and toured with them for that album as well as theStarfish30th Anniversary Tour.
Awards and nominations
editAPRA Awards
editTheAPRA Awardsare presented annually from 1982 by theAustralasian Performing Right Association(APRA).[9]
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Powderfinger –Bernard Fanning,Jon Coghill,Haug,Darren Middleton,John Collins | Songwriter of the Year[10] | Won |
| "On My Mind"–Bernard Fanning,Darren Middleton,John Collins,Haug,Jon Coghill | Most Performed Australian Work[11] | Nominated | |
| 2008 | "Lost and Running"–Jon Coghill,John Collins,Bernard Fanning,Haug,Darren Middleton | Song of the Year[12] | Nominated |
| Most Played Australian Work[13] | Nominated
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Notes
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- ^"Powderfinger - The Band".BBC h2g2. 13 February 2002.Retrieved25 October2007.
- ^abSharpe-Young, Gary (25 September 2006)."Powderfinger biography".Rockdetector. Archived fromthe originalon 13 October 2007.Retrieved24 October2007.
- ^Munro, Kelsey (November 2001). "Internationalists". JUICE Magazine.
- ^"Powderfinger Central - History".Archived fromthe originalon 4 June 2007.
- ^"Bernard Fanning biography".Hindley Site. Archived fromthe originalon 22 October 2007.
- ^Budden, Matt (14 May 1996). "Powder Pick Up To Cure All Your Allergies". Concrete Press.
- ^"Powderfinger profile".Allmusic.Retrieved24 October2007.
- ^"APRA History".Australasian Performing Right Association(APRA). Archived fromthe originalon 23 May 2010.Retrieved2 May2010.
- ^"2004 Winners - APRA Music Awards".Australasian Performing Right Association (APRA). Archived fromthe originalon 8 March 2011.Retrieved2 September2010.
- ^"Nominations 2004".Australasian Performing Right Association (APRA). Archived fromthe originalon 18 September 2009.Retrieved2 September2010.
- ^"Nominations for Song of the Year - 2008".Australasian Performing Right Association (APRA). Archived fromthe originalon 13 March 2011.Retrieved2 September2010.
- ^"Most Played Australian Work - 2009".Australasian Performing Right Association (APRA). Archived fromthe originalon 13 March 2011.Retrieved2 September2010.