![]() Cochrane in 2008 | |
Background information | |
Born | Lynn Lake, Manitoba, Canada | May 14, 1953
Origin | Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
Genres | Hard rock, heartland rock, country |
Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter, musician |
Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar, harmonica |
Years active | 1973–present |
Labels | Capitol, Universal Music |
Member of | |
Website | tomcochrane |
Thomas William Cochrane OC OM (/ˈkɒkrən/ KOK-rən; born May 14, 1953) is a Canadian singer-songwriter and musician best known as the frontman for the rock band Red Rider and for his work as a solo singer-songwriter.[1] Cochrane has won eight Juno Awards.[2] He is a member of the Canadian Music Hall of Fame,[3] an officer of the Order of Canada,[4] and has an honorary doctorate from Brandon University. In September 2009, he was inducted onto the Canadian Walk of Fame.[5]