Cowboy Dreams

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Nail played Parson Nathaniel in a twelve week run of the Bill Kenwright production of War of the Worlds alongside David Essex and Michael Praed at the Dominion Theatre, London in 2016. [17] Hit Singles 2" (PDF). Hit Music!. No.17. 30 January 1993. p.3 . Retrieved 24 February 2023– via World Radio History. Chris has numerous television credits to his name, including Sapphire and Steel, The Professionals, and The Scarlet Pimpernel. He provided voice talent for two Aardman feature-length films, Curse of the Were-Rabbit and Flushed Away.

Sting and Jimmy Nail support Newcastle United boycott". Itv.com. 24 April 2015 . Retrieved 26 April 2020.

At the same time, he was further flexing his creative muscles, both writing and starring as Tyneside Detective Freddie Spender. Largely shot on location in the North East, Spender ’s three series were major TV hits. He received critical acclaim for his performance in Secrets & Lies (1996), for which he was nominated for the BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role. In 2019 Nail began working on 'Seconds Away!', a play with music, for Newcastle-based Live Theatre Company.

James Michael Aloysius Bradford (born 16 March 1954), known as Jimmy Nail, is an English singer-songwriter, actor, film producer, and television writer. He played the role of Leonard "Oz" Osborne in the television show Auf Wiedersehen, Pet and the title role in Spender. He also recorded a 1992 number one single, " Ain't No Doubt". His role as Agustín Magaldi, the oily crooner in the 1996 film Evita, gave him international recognition. Dutch Charts > Mark Knopfler - Why Aye Man" (in Dutch). dutchcharts.nl Hung Medien . Retrieved 2012-02-08.Playing the 'gaffer', Tim was one of Auf Wiedersehen, Pet's major players in each of its four series. In 1994 Nail created, executive produced, wrote and starred in the BAFTA-nominated BBC television drama series 'Crocodile Shoes'. Originally conceived as a single film for BBC2, the series ran on BBC1 for two seasons over 13 hours. 'Crocodile Shoes' was the first UK television drama series to successfully integrate bespoke compositions, commissioned, written and recorded solely for the production, throughout its storylines. The series averaged around 9 million viewers per episode. The show's eponymous album went on to sell over one million copies. a b c d e f g h i "BPI - Certified Awards Search > Jimmy Nail". British Phonographic Industry. Archived from the original on 2009-09-24 . Retrieved 2012-02-08.

While there have been no notable cover versions or renditions that have reached significant mainstream success, “Cowboy Dreams” has been performed by various artists in live settings and on smaller platforms. These interpretations showcase the song’s enduring appeal and the impact it has had on musicians and audiences alike. 9. Does “Cowboy Dreams” have any underlying social commentary? Swiss Charts > Jimmy Nail - Ain't No Doubt" (in German). hitparade.ch Hung Medien . Retrieved 2012-02-08. a b Courtney, Kevin (10 December 2011). "Jimmy Nail, singer and actor". The Irish Times . Retrieved 20 January 2017.Chart positions before the year 2000 "The Irish Charts > search the charts > Jimmy Nail". Irish Recorded Music Association . Retrieved 2012-02-08. Cowboy Dreams” gained significant popularity upon its release and achieved commercial success. The song resonated with audiences globally and peaked at number 17 on the UK Singles Chart. Its relatable themes and heartfelt delivery contributed to its widespread appeal and enduring popularity. 7. How has “Cowboy Dreams” impacted Jimmy Nail’s career? The song explores themes of wanderlust, freedom, and the pursuit of happiness. It speaks to the universal human desire to break free from the confines of society and experience life on one’s terms. The cowboy in the song represents a symbol of independence and resilience, someone who is unafraid to take risks and follow their heart’s desires. Alexander, Jane (16 May 2001). "Review: Nail livens up some old hits". Southern Daily Echo. Portsmouth . Retrieved 11 August 2021.