Go 101
| Company type | Musical group |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1987 |
| Founder | David Wilson, Daniel Alan |
| Defunct | 1990 |
| Headquarters | Melbourne , Australia |
| Products | Funk and pop music |
Go 101 was a funk and pop ensemble originating from Melbourne, created by David Wilson and Daniel Alan, who were also members of Hue & Cry. Their initial single, "Build It Up," received three nominations at the ARIA Music Awards of 1989.
On 8 May 1990, the group appeared on the Australian television soap opera Neighbours, where they performed their track "Message (To a Broken Heart)" during a music appreciation lesson. Additionally, Wilson featured in scenes alongside Melanie Pearson, portrayed by Lucinda Cowden.
Band members
- David Wilson – vocals, keyboards
- Daniel Alan – drums
- Steven Brooks – guitar
- Simon Kershaw – keyboards
- Peter Badenoch – bass guitar
- James Allmand – keyboards
Studio albums
| Album Title | Release Information | Highest Chart Position |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | ||
| Tempting Fate | 73 |
Singles
| Release Year | Single Title | Chart Peak | Associated Album |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | |||
| 1988 | "Build It Up" | 55 | Tempting Fate |
| 1989 | "Room for Love" | 88 | |
| "Jealous Heart" | 66 | ||
| 1990 | "Message (To a Broken Heart)" | 131 |
ARIA Music Awards
The annual ARIA Music Awards, organized by the Australian Recording Industry Association, recognized Go 101 with three nominations in 1989. All nods were for their single "Build It Up," specifically in the categories of Best New Talent, Breakthrough Artist – Single, and Highest Selling Single.
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| rowspan="3"| 1989
| rowspan="3"| "Build It Up"
| Best New Talent
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| Breakthrough Artist – Single
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| Highest Selling Single
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