John Andrew Collins (born 27 April 1970) is the mainstay

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ist for Australian rock band

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, as a three-piece. Powderfinger has released seven studio albums, a greatest-hits album, and a double CD live album. After they released their first best-of

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, '' Fingerprints'', in 2004, they decided to take a break. During the hiatus, Collins played with fellow Powderfinger member Darren Middleton in his new band Drag on a number of occasions as well as performing with Ian Haug and Steven Bishop in The Predators. Collins is often referred to as "J.C." by his fellow band members, as they are his initials and to distinguish him from the group's drummer Jon Coghill. Initially, the nickname was given to him following the group's song " JC" from their second album, ''

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Appointment to Queensland Night-Life Economy Commissioner

Collins was appointed as the first Night-Life Economy Commissioner in Queensland, Australia on the 30th of September, 2024, following the creation of the role by legislation earlier that year. The primary function of his role is supporting the economic development and preservation of the nightlife sector, serving as a central point of contact and advocating for live music venues,

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, festival organisers, bars and restaurants, entertainment precincts, arts outlets, and local pubs to boost the economic impact of the sector and ensure long term sustainability.

Awards and nominations

Collins was appointed a

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in the 2024 King's Birthday Honours for "significant service to the arts through music, and to the community".

APRA Awards

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References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Collins, John 1971 births Living people APRA Award winners Australian rock bass guitarists Australian male bass guitarists Members of the Order of Australia Powderfinger members 21st-century Australian bass guitarists People educated at Brisbane Grammar School