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Q&A With Kingswood’s Fergus Linacre

A force on the Australian music scene for nearly 20 years, Kingswood are ushering in a new era with the release of their seventh studio album Midnight Mavericks today. Their first album with ABC Music, it pays homage to their love of vintage rock, country soul, and storytelling. The band is currently on the road to support its release, but I found time to catch up with frontman Fergus Linacre to chat about Midnight Mavericks, life on tour, and what comes next for Kingswood.

You’re currently out on the road playing shows in regional centres and capital cities. What can music lovers expect when they come out to see you?

Well I sure hope they experience a tremendously enthralling and life-changing evening of high-octane, yet soulfully romantic country rock’n’roll. I’m told we spend more time on the road than any other, so I expect we are in pretty good shape to perform our pants off for y’all.

So many bands fly around the country, but you do it old school and drive around in your tour bus, Peggy. Even now with petrol prices sky high! Why do you prefer the road trips?

We absolutely prefer to tour on Peggy. She is our second home and we miss her whenever we return to our first home. On the bus, we can get to people and places that it’s difficult to on plane, hiring a van etc. Peggy’s gone up through Alice, across to Broome, down the west coast, and the Nullarbor. She’s a beast.

You’ll be headlining those shows, but I saw you in March supporting the Counting Crows. What was it like to tour with those guys?

We had a ball. They’re a great band who’s been at it for a long time, so they provided many words of wisdom. It’s great to see a band that still loves touring, loves their fans, and is addicted to the feeling of being on stage. It feels familiar. I think we gained a few more fans along the way too.

How do you approach gigs like that, where people are there to see another band and may not be familiar with your music?

With no disrespect to whoever we are supporting, our approach is always to try and blow them off the stage and steal their fans. It sounds mad, but it’s a good mindset to have when you walk out onto someone else’s stage. And it hurts no one; there is plenty of love to go around and the better you hype up the crowd, the better the headline show will be.

You’re promoting your new album, Midnight Mavericks,on these shows. What can you tell me about it?

I’ve never been more excited to play new songs. When we were recording, I just knew they would translate to the stage in a way that would enhance each song. The album is packed full of romance, longing, heartbreak, and resolution. It’s an album that celebrates different emotional states. I think people will connect differently with each song and some will resonate with their own experiences. That’s when music can become really powerful.

The songs I’ve heard from Midnight Mavericks remind me so much of music from the greats my dad raised me on, like Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young and Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. What is it that you love about that Americana sound?

I think it’s timeless. It’s music we grew up on, from Dolly to Cash and many more, it’s never been a phase, it’s music we’ve always listened to. And, in a state of total freedom of musical expression, it felt right to embrace the warm hug that is this pocket of Country Rock’n’roll.

So if we were to jump in the Kingswood tour bus, would we be hearing those classics or more modern music? What are you all listening to right now?

One of the benefits of time on the bus is being able to listen to so much music together, whether diving into a deep dive appreciation of Vince Gill, or debating the worthiness of hype listening to the new Geese record. And sometimes we listen to Disney classics. If you stepped onto the bus, you could find yourself listening to any genre from any time.

After this tour wraps up, what’s next for Kingswood?

We have a pretty busy year ahead with the album being released. Lots of festivals, a trip to the States for CMA festival, and we’ve actually already recorded a few tunes for the next record.

You’ve been making music together for nearly 20 years. What are some of the biggest lessons you’ve learned along the way?

One of the great lessons I’ve learned is to find appreciation in as much of your life as you can. I remember playing Splendour and we had some technical issues and I was so pissed off I didn’t realize I’d just played to 20,000 people on the Splendour main stage. It was a wake-up call. So now I appreciate everything now, every moment.

Finally, do you have a message for your fans out there?

I’m eternally grateful for the support we have and have had over the years. It’s not lost on me that we still have so many fans along for the ride, coming to shows and supporting us. They keep Kingswood on the road!

Midnight Mavericks is out now. Listen to it on your favourite streaming services or get a CD or vinyl copy from Kingswood’s website. And make sure you catch them live at one of their upcoming shows.

22 May 2026 – The Corner Hotel, Naarm/Melbourne
23 May 2026 – Savannah Sounds Festival @ Rex Smeal Park, Manjal Jalunbuy/Port Douglas
28 May 2026 – Lefty’s Music Hall, Meeajin/Brisbane
29 May 2026 – The Factory Theatre, Eora/Sydney
30 May 2026 – Full Throttle Ranch, Wonnarua/Hunter Valley
19 June 2026 – Tanks Art Centre, Gimuy/Cairns
20 June 2026 – Cooktown Discovery Festival @ Endeavour River, Gangaar/Cooktown

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Counting Crows @ Enmore Theatre, Eora/Sydney – 29 March 2026

Most of us fondly remember the first act that we loved independently of our parents. We discovered them on our own and they spoke to us as individuals, meeting us as the people we were becoming, not the children still tied to the adults who raised us. They’re there for us at a time we needed them to forge our own identities. If we’re very lucky, they’re still there for us in the years that follow. For me that band was the Counting Crows. As a 13-year-old, I enjoyed singing along to “Mr. Jones” but I felt truly seen by “Round Here.” Yes, I was an angsty little thing! I got a copy of August and Everything After in my Santa sack and had it on repeat until Recovering the Satellites dropped in 1996. With the release of Hard Candy I was a little older and finally able to start seeing Counting Crows in concert. I developed a new respect for their artistry with every subsequent show, marvelling at the way frontman Adam Duritz could play with melodies and lyrics to make the songs I knew well feel fresh. That experimentation wasn’t to everyone’s taste, but I was here for it.

It was a case of first-world problems when I missed the last tour due to a holiday in Western Australia. So I was thrilled when Counting Crows announced they’d be a part of the ill-fated Bluesfest lineup for 2026. I counted my blessings when mercifully they weren’t a casualty of the collapsed festival. Before one of my favourites, I finally saw Kingswood. I say finally, because the Naarm/Melbourne act has been around for nearly 20 years, yet for some reason our paths had never crossed. Their blend of country, rock, and blues was the perfect foil for Counting Crows. Every member of the band has serious musical chops. I loved hearing the members harmonise and Fergus Linacre and Alex Laska trading off lead vocals. They had so much energy. It was the perfect entrée for the evening’s entertainment.

From the first notes of new track “Spaceman in Tulsa,” there was a different energy about this Counting Crows gig. It sounded so true to the album, a celebration of this new chapter. I thought perhaps Adam was sticking to the script just because this was a new song, but as the band moved into older numbers like “Hard Candy” and their breakthrough hit “Mr. Jones,” Adam stayed faithful to those recordings, even encouraging us to sing along as he held the mic aloft. We were all sharing a moment here, and it was glorious. Of course, Adam can never resist a little experimentation, but I think this show had a perfect balance between those sing-along moments and more creative sections.

The set was inspired. Counting Crows is a band with relatively few big hits. While they’re happy to tick them off for casual radio listeners, they’ve got time to deliver plenty of those favourites that more hardcore fans just don’t expect. The set is always changing, dependent on the vibe of the band and the audience. I was thrilled to hear so much from the fabulous 2025 album Butter Miracle, The Complete Sweets! Then there were songs I’ve long held close to my heart like “Angels of the Silences,” “Goodnight Elisabeth,” and the stunning closer “Holiday in Spain.” You expect a band to fill your cup with a song that you already adore. It’s more surprising when they can floor you with a song you’ve ignored. “Washington Square” has never hit me before, but I felt it last night.

Counting Crows are such a good band. Five original members are still waving the flag, bringing a sense of camaraderie which is so special to witness. Adam is a force of nature, a little less angsty than he used to be but no less passionate. I got a little thrill every time Charlie Gillingham stepped out from behind the keys and picked up the piano accordion. David “Immy” Immerglück can seemingly play any instrument, but his turns on mandolin were highlights. I had so many moments though where I just marvelled at the sound as I bopped along in my seat.

I’m not sure I’ve ever seen Adam so humble, so grateful, as I did last night. He’s always been a man of few words, preferring to let the music speak for him. But he took a moment to pause and thank us for the support through all the years that has allowed him to continue making music. It was heartfelt, an acknowledgement of the magic we all felt in that room. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed all my Counting Crows shows, but I have no hesitation in saying last night was the best of the bunch. Like a fine wine, they just seem to get better. Tickets to the rest of the Aussie The Complete Sweets! shows are rare, but if you can get yourself to a show I promise you won’t regret it.

30 March 2026 – Enmore Theatre, Eora/Sydney
1 April 2026 – Palais Theatre, Naarm/Melbourne (SOLD OUT)
2 April 2026 – Palais Theatre, Naarm/Melbourne
4 April 2026 – Fortitude Music Hall, Meeanjin/Brisbane
6 April 2026 – Enmore Theatre, Eora/Sydney

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Kingswood Cover Tom Petty

Tom Petty is one of my all-time favourite artists, so when I heard Kingswood had covered his 1994 hit “You Wreck Me,” I knew I had to get my ears around it. While I often appreciate people reinventing songs, I kind of love that Kingswood have stayed so true to the original. They’ve brought their own voice to it, but they also seem to understand that this one of those classics that doesn’t need to be messed with.

“It’s love, chaos, and obsession colliding at full speed,” the band said about this song. “The feeling of being completely wrecked by someone, it’s something we’ve all lived through. Surrendering to a force greater than you’re able to control. The reckless pursuit of something you can’t quite hold onto. When we play it, we’re tapping into that raw, untamed emotion—like going into a boxing ring.”

Kingswood always seem to be on the road, so it’s probably not surprising that this new release also comes with a tour announcement. And it’s a doozy. They’re playing in so many places that there’s bound to be a Midnight Mavericks show near you.

25 April 2025 – Barwon Club, Djilang/Geelong
26 April 2025 – Bridge Hotel, Dja Dja Wurrung Country/Castlemaine
2 May 2025 – Sooki Lounge, Monbulk/Belgrave
3 May 2025 – Odessa’s, Dja Dja Wurrung Country/Creswick
9 May 2025 – Big Easy Radio, Ngaltingga/Aldinga Beach
10 May 2025 – Beer Garden Brewing, Galinyala/Port Lincoln
11 May 2025 – Lefties, Barngarla Country/Whyalla
16 May 2025 – The Setts, Millewa-Mallee Country/Mildura
17 May 2025 – Broken Hill Pub, Wilyakali/Broken Hill
22 May 2025 – Crossroads, Wiradjuri Country/Dubbo
23 May 2025 – Little Albert’s, Wahluu/Bathurst
24 May 2025 – The Beer Shed, Tharawal Country/Leumeah
25 May 2025 – Tallagandra Hill Winery, Candiriro/Gundaroo
30 May 2025 – William Farrer Hotel, Waga Waga/Wagga Wagga
31 May 2025 – Brady’s Railway Hotel, Bungambrawatha/Albury
1 June 2025 – Longstocking Brewery, Panboola/Pambula
6 June 2025 – Alice Spring Brewing Co, Mparntwe/Alice Springs
8 June 2025 – Mayberry, Garramilla/Darwin
12 June 2025 – Roebuck Bay Hotel, Rubibi/Broome
13 June 2025 – Hula Bar, Ngarluma Country/Karratha (FREE)
14 June 2025 – Frothcraft Brewery, Ningaloo/Exmouth
20 June 2025 – Frothcraft Brewery, Boorloo/Perth
21 June 2025 – Frothcraft Brewery, Goomburrup/Bunbury
22 June 2025 – Six Degrees, Kinjarling/Albany
27 June 2025 – The Deck, Gunai Country/Traralgon
5 July 2025 – Riverview Pub, Boonwurrung Country/Tarwin Lower
6 July 2025 – Northcote Social Club, Naarm/Melbourne
10 July 2025 – Avoca Beach Theatre, Darkinjung Country/Avoca Beach
11 July 2025 – Full Throttle Ranch, Awabakal Country/Buttai
12 July 2025 – Backroom @ Coffs Hotel, Gitten Mirreh/Coffs Harbour
13 July 2025 – Beach Hotel, Cavanbah/Byron Bay (FREE)
30 August 2025 – Gympie Music Muster @ Amamoor State Forest, Gimpi Gimpi/Gympie
10 October 2025 – Savannah in the Round @ Kerribee Park, Muluridji Country/Mareeba

Photo credit: Michelle G Hunder

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Kingswood Doco Celebrates Hometowns Tour

One of Australia’s hardest working bands, Kingswood, are bringing their record-setting Hometowns tour to the big screen. Their new documentary CLAPTRAP charts the 2024 tour, which saw them play for more than 60,000 fans during 112 shows over six months.

“When Kingswood asked me, a 23 year old filmmaker, to document Australia’s longest ever tour, I knew that if I actually managed to make it home, the film would be very unique and strange,” said CLAPTRAP’s director, Darcy Newton. “I wanted to create an unreplicable, charming and honest glimpse into the extraordinary world of touring musicians, and this became CLAPTRAP.”

“The documentary process was unusual and fantastical,” added Kingswood’s guitarist and songwriter Alexander Laska. “The most compelling aspect was being aware of, and willfully subjecting to the experience of one’s life being documented in the pursuit of artistic expression.”

CLAPTRAP premieres in Naarm/Melbourne before selected screenings in the Eastern states.

4 April 2025 – Astor Theatre, Naarm/Melbourne (Premiere – Kingswood attending)
5 April 2025 – Thornbury Picture House, Naarm/Melbourne (Screening + Q&A – Kingswood attending)
6 April 2025 – Pivotonian Cinema, Djillong/Geelong (Screening + Q&A)
8 April 2025 – Thornbury Picture House, Naarm/Melbourne (Screening)
9 April 2025 – Regal Theatre, Tarntanya/Adelaide (Screening)
9 April 2025 – Byron Bay Palace, Cavanbah/Byron Bay (Screening + Q&A – Kingswood attending)
10 April 2025 – New Farm Cinema, Meeanjin/Brisbane (Screening + Q&A – Kingswood attending)
11 April 2025 – The Ritz, Eora/Sydney (Screening + Q&A – Kingswood attending)
12 April 2025 – Hayden Orpheum, Eora/Sydney (Screening + Q&A – Kingswood attending)

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Kingswood Releases “Why Should I Let You Go?” During Massive Aussie Tour

Kingswood are one of those Aussie bands that do great things with very little fanfare. So you might have missed their fabulous new song “Why Should I Let You Go,” which features gorgeous vocal harmonies and a one of the most beautiful country melodies I’ve heard in some time. I love it just a little more with every listen.

“’Why Should I Let You Go?’ was recorded on an impromptu and inspired sojourn in Paris, France where we wanted to capture the progression of the song as it developed across Nashville dive bars and the mountains of Germany, Austria, France, Switzerland and the Czech Republic,” The band explained. “The original was written in solitude, lamenting over a Nashville skyline but very quickly developed a new life on the road with a refreshed and hopeful energetic lift, echoing the reinvigorated musical take that band naturally fell into as we experienced audiences all over the world. The resounding nature of the chorus, pushing the idea that love has a journey for us all seemed to resonate across all environments and languages.”

You also might have missed that Kingswood are in the midst of a record-breaking Aussie tour that will see them play more than 100 shows, with more to come. They’re taking their self-made bus Peggy on the road to make sure they can visit towns that most acts never get to. You won’t want to miss them when they pull in to your local area, so here are all the remaining dates:

5 June 2023 – Rocky Ridge Brewing, Undalup/Busselton
7 June 2023 – Sound City, Barngarla Country/Port Lincoln
8 June 2023 – Sound City, Barngarla Country/Port Lincoln
9 June 2023 – The Fat Controller, Tartanya/Adelaide
10 June 2023 – Western Hotel, Boandik Country/Mt Gambier
11 June 2023 – Hotel Victor, Ramindjeri and Ngarrindjeri Country/Victor Harbour
16 June 2023 – Big Easy Radio, Ngaltingga/Aldinga
17 June 2023 – The Setts, Latje Latje and Barkindji Country/Mildura
18 June 2023 – The Cordial Factory, Ngiyampaa Wangaaypuwan Country/Grenfell
21 June 2023 – La La La’s, Dharawal Country/Wollongong
22 June 2023 – Royal Hotel, Ngambri and Ngunnawal Country/Queanbeyan
23 June 2023 – The Lansdowne Hotel, Eora/Sydney
24 June 2023 – Stag & Hunter, Mulubinba/Newcastle
25 June 2023 – Brass Monkey, Gweagal Country/Cronulla
29 June 2023 – Gnomom Room, Palawa Country/Ulverstone
30 June 2023 – Royal Oak, Palawa Country/Launceston
1 July 2023 – Republic Bar, Nipaluna/Hobart
2 July 2023 – Republic Bar, Nipaluna/Hobart
6 July 2023 – Lambys, Djilang/Geelong
7 July 2023 – Gods Bandroom, Bunurong Country/Mornington
8 July 2023 – Corner Hotel, Naarm/Melbourne
8 September 2023 – Kenilworth Showgrounds, Hinka Booma/Kenilworth

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Siobhan Cotchin Gets Political With “If God Is a Man”

Siobhan Cotchin has returned with her defiant new single “If God Is a Man.” It’s got a fabulous country-rock sound, but make sure you tap into those lyrics. This is a passionate anthem of opposition to the discrimination she’s recently witnessed in the United States, including the banning of abortions across after the overturning of Roe vs. Wade and attacks on LGBTQIA+ rights. We haven’t heard Siobhan tackle such meaty political topics before, so it’s exciting to hear her delivering such powerful lyrics!

“‘If God is A Man’ is a song with a super strong message, and one that is important to me. It’s about rejecting forced conformity and celebrating who you are and not wanting to change for other people. It’s also a song about losing faith and hope, and I feel as though that’s extremely relevant to the times we are living in. I want to be on the right side of history and stand up for what I believe in. I’m grateful to have a platform like music to spread this message. There’s no room for hatred and discrimination at my shows, and I want people of all walks of life to know that my music is a safe place and they are heard.” Siobhan explained.

“I wrote this song with Dylan and Carmen from The Money War and Paige Valentine. Paige, Carmen, and Dylan came up with the concept of the song and I fell in love with it, especially that chorus. Dylan and I wrote the verses and bridge together, and we sat on it for a while. I left it on the back burner for about a year and waited until it was the right time. I knew I wanted to record this song when I revisited the song and showed it to the band. They got the vibe straight away and it all fell into place. I feel like this song is still super relevant to the times we’re living in, maybe now more than ever, so it felt right to record and release it.”

“If God Is a Man” is the third single lifted from Siobhan’s sophomore EP Miss Reckless, which drops on May 31. She’s about to start touring with Kingswood before headlining her own shows.

25 May 2023 – Dunsborough Tavern, Quedjinup/Dunsborough (with Kingswood)
26 May 2023 – Mojos Bar, Walyup/Fremantle (with Kingswood)
27 May 2023 – The Rosemount, Boorloo/Perth (with Kingswood)
28 May 2023 – The Carine, Mooro Country/Carine (with Kingswood)
1 June 2023 – Nannup Town Hall, Wardandi & Bibbulmun Country/Nannup (with Kingswood)
2 June 2023 – The River, Noongar Country/Margaret River (with Kingswood)
3 June 2023 – Six Degrees, Kinjarling/Albany (with Kingswood)
4 June 2023 – Farm Hotel, Binjareb & Wardandi Noongar Country/Treendale (with Kingswood)
7 June 2023 – Sound City, Galinyala/Port Lincoln (with Kingswood)
8 June 2023 – Sound City, Galinyala/Port Lincoln (with Kingswood)
9 June 2023 – Fat Controller, Tartanya/Adelaide (with Kingswood)
10 June 2023 – Western Hotel, Curdnatta/Port Augusta
11 June 2023 – Hotel Victor, Wirramulla/Victor Harbour (with Kingswood)
15 June 2023 – The Royal, Gadigal Country/Bondi
16 June 2023 – The Retreat Hotel, Naarm/Melbourne
17 June 2023 – Felons, Meeanjin/Brisbane
23 June 2023 – The Rosemount, Boorloo/Perth

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“A Kingswood Christmas” – Kingswood

When I heard Aussie rock act Kingswood released a Christmas album, I wasn’t sure what to expect. The tracklist was traditional, but I was sure there had to be a modern, subversive twist. So I resisted for weeks, sticking to my reliable playlist of Christmas favourites rather than trying something new. Now that I’ve finally pressed play, I wonder why I didn’t do it sooner. A Kingswood Christmas is a festive feast of nostalgia.

From the opening piano notes of their jazzy take on “White Christmas” I realised I’d misjudged our Aussie rock legends. While their originals have rock edge, these Christmas covers pay loving homage to influences including Frank Sinatra, Bing Crosby, and Nat King Cole.

The piano is a strong presence throughout this album. It reminds me a lot of Vince Gauraldi and his A Charlie Brown Christmas soundtrack. It also gives these tunes a really festive feel. You can just imagine the lads from Kingswood singing around that piano on Christmas Day, with martinis in hand. The album moves from swinging tunes like “Let it Snow” and “Winter Wonderland” to more poignant moments such as “The Christmas Song” and “I’ll Be Home for Christmas.” While secular music dominates, Kingswood still found a place for traditional carols. Classic Christmas tunes like “O Holy Night” and “Silent Night” don’t usually do much for me, but Kingswood’s reverent versions are unexpectedly moving.

If all of that hasn’t convinced you to ditch Michael Buble this year and give our local lads a try, consider this. Profits from all sales of A Kingswood Christmas will benefit Beyond Blue’s Coronavirus Mental Wellbeing Support Service. Christmas is such a tough time for so many people, but the pandemic will no doubt make it harder. Knowing Kingswood are helping out puts another big tick beside this album for me.

A Kingswood Christmas is out now.


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Kingswood Announce Tasty New Single “Bittersweet” and Aussie Tour

Kingswood have delivered our first taste of their third studio album, Juveniles, and it’s absolutely delicious. The new single “Bittersweet” has an irresistible rock flavour that leaves you satisfied, yet just a little hungry for more.

“The thing that makes us who we are is the fact that we can do whatever we want, musically,” acknowledged lead guitarist Alex Laska. “We’re not doing it to be vindictive or to piss people off. We’re [just] not being confined. It’s like we’ve opened Pandora’s Box and have looked in every room; it’s mental.”

Juveniles hits stores and streaming services on March 13, the day after Kingswood’s latest Aussie tour kicks off. Tickets for that go on sale tomorrow at 11 am local time via Live Nation and the band’s website.

12 March 2020 – Barwon Club, Geelong
13 March 2020 – The Corner Hotel, Melbourne
14 March 2020 – Volta, Ballarat
18 March 2020 – Kambri ANU, Canberra
19 March 2020 – UOW Unibar, Wollongong
20 March 2020 – Oxford Art Factory, Sydney
21 March 2020 – Cambridge Hotel, Newcastle
26 March 2020 – The Gov, Adelaide
27 March 2020 – The Rosemount, Perth
28 March 2020 – Prince of Wales, Bunbury
29 March 2020 – Freo Social, Fremantle
2 April 2020 – The Triffid, Brisbane
9 April 2020 – Republic Bar, Hobart
11 April 2020 – Saloon, Launceston
12 April 2020 – Forth Pub, Devonport
16 April 2020 – The Northern, Byron Bay
17 April 2020 – Miami Marketta, Gold Coast
25 June 2020 – The Jack, Cairns
26 June 2020 – Otherwise Bar, Townsville
27 June 2020 – CBD McGuires Hotel, Mackay

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Ian Moss, The Rubens, & More Star in New Kingswood Clip

Kingswood have enlisted a host of stars for their epic video to promote “Micro Wars.” More of a short film than a film clip, the 10-minute extravaganza features Ian Moss, The Rubens, Tkay Maidza, Freddy Crabs from Sticky Fingers, Thomas Champion of The Preatures, Jake Stone from Bluejuice, Aussie actress Liana Cornell, and of course the guys from Kingswood themselves. The band’s overachieving guitarist Alex Laska also served as co-director with Jason Von Drayco.

I don’t want to give too much about the video away, so just settle yourself in and enjoy this wonderful blend of cinema and Aussie rock.

Kingswood will tour around the country next year. Here are all the places you can see them play:

22 January 2015 – Beach Hotel, Byron Bay
23 January 2015 – Racehorse Hotel, Ipswich
24 January 2015 – Oz Fest @ Miami Tavern, Gold Coast
25 January 2015 – Oz Fest @ Waterfront Hotel, Sunshine Coast
6 February 2015 – Chelsea Heights Hotel, Chelsea Heights
7 February 2015 – Village Green, Mulgrave
22 February 2015 – Paddy’s Albury, Albury
27 February 2015 – Hellenic Hall, Hobart
28 February 2015 – Mordialloc Food Wine & Music Festival, Mordialloc (ALL AGES; FREE)
12 March 2015 – Black Swan Hotel, Bendigo
13 March 2015 – The Forum, Melbourne
14 March 2015 – Metro Theatre, Sydney
20 March 2015 – The Governor Hindmarsh, Adelaide
21 March 2015 – The Triffid, Brisbane
26 March 2015 – Prince of Wales, Bunbury
27 March 2015 – The Capitol, Perth
28 March 2015 – Dunsborough Tavern, Dunsborough
29 March 2015 – Newport Hotel, Fremantle

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Kingswood Ready New Album

Melbourne indie-rock gods Kingswood are preparing to unleash a brand new album on the masses. Microscopic Wars will hit stores on August 22.

The latest cut to whet our appetites is “I Can Feel That You Don’t Love Me,” a bluesy ballad that drips Southern cool. Perhaps that’s fitting as Kingswood recorded it at Blackbird Studios in Nashville, Tennessee. It also sees guitarist Alex Laska stepping up to the microphone for the first time.

Kingswood will celebrate the release of Microscopic Wars with shows just about everywhere.

20 August 2014 – Pirie & Co Social Club, Adelaide
21 August 2014 – Prince of Wales, Bunbury
22 August 2014 – The Capital, Perth
23 August 2014 – North West Festival, Port Hedland
26 August 2014 – Newtown Social Club, Sydney
29 August 2014 – Howler, Melbourne
3 September 2014 – Kooroora Hotel, Mt Buller
4 September 2014 – Swindlers Bar, Mt Hotham
5 September 2014 – The Union Club Hotel, Wagga Wagga
6 September 2014 – The Armidale Club, Armidale
12 September 2014 – Ric’s Big Backyard @ Ric’s Bar, Brisbane
13 September 2014 – Originals Music Festival, Noosa
17 September 2014 – Hoey Moey, Coffs Harbour
18 September 2014 – Cambridge Hotel, Newcastle
19 September 2014 – Waves, Wollongong
20 September 2014 – Collector Hotel, Parramatta
25 September 2014 – ANU Bar, Canberra
26 September 2014 – Area Hotel, Griffith
17 October 2014 – The Karova Lounge, Ballarat
18 October 2014 – Torquay Hotel, Torquay
23 October 2014 – The Loft, Warrnambool
24 October 2014 – Unibar, Adelaide

Image used with permission from Dew Process