Shane Nicholson and Kasey Chambers separate after eight years of marriage Country music stars Kasey Chambers and Shane Nicholson pictured in ANZAC Park, Tamworth. THE king and queen of Aussie country music, Shane Nicholson and Kasey Chambers, have separated after eight years of marriage. The couple, who are long-time music collaborators, have two children together - son Arlo and daughter Poet. A statement appeared on the pair's joint website this week saying they have been "living apart for some time now." "However they remain close friends and have a strong family unit," the statement from their management said. Please respect their privacy with this matter as there will be no further comments. Last year the two released their collaborative album, Wreck & Ruin, with all 13 tracks credited to both of them. "It's about digging through your own baggage for a living," Nicholson said of the record. We're going to step back on this carousel and once again exploit our heartaches and troubles.