Leslie D. King and his talented band return to Bendigo for the first time since 2022, at The Old Church on the Hill. This outstanding bill also features fast-rising bluesman Alister Turrill and accomplished Americana specialist Misty Harlowe.
Doors open 7pm for a 7:30pm start. Tickets via Humanitix.
About our headliner:
Leslie D. King, the southwest country boy, the soul-soaked rock ’n’ roller
who wears his heart on his sleeve. Hailing from Cobden, Victoria, his
music transports listeners from the hustle and bustle of the city to the
golden fields of the Australian countryside, blending raw emotion, powerful
storytelling and timeless rock ’n’ roll spirit.
After stepping away from music to embrace life as a husband and father,
Leslie spent the past few years honing his craft and finding inspiration in
family, love and the everyday moments that matter most. Now, with a
collection of songs forged through life experience, he returns with
renewed purpose and is preparing to unveil his long-awaited debut
album.
His Introduction to this latest work is his first single “Gold”, which explores
the the feeling of having to keep up appearances in order to be accepted,
only to find that his true acceptance has come from finding his peace
within himself, that “Golden” feeling of fulfillment, which, after spending
plenty of time in that pure south-west country air with his nearest and
dearest, has become more apparent than ever.
He is backed by his powerhouse band, he calls The Trembling Shakes,
Leslie delivers a high-energy blend of soul-soaked rock ’n’ roll inspired by
Creedence Clearwater Revival, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats,
Alabama Shakes and The Rolling Stones. Together, they create a sound
built to keep hips shaking, toes tapping and crowds moving long into the
night.
One town at a time, Leslie D. King is carving out his place on the
Australian blues and roots scene.
The Old Church on the Hill is located on the corner of Harkness and Russell Streets, Quarry Hill, Bendigo.
The Singer/Songwriter Showcase events, staged at the Old Church by the Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival crew on a semi-regular basis, are an opportunity to enjoy a House Concert vibe in a public venue. The door charge is kept as low as possible to ensure accessibility to all. Under 12s free and, although drinks are available for sale, the focus is on THE MUSIC. If your conversation is more important to you than other people’s enjoyment of the artists’ performance, please take it outside. (Thanks.)
Proceeds from drink sales go to supporting the Old Church crew and their many worthy initiatives.
We look forward to your company for an intimate concert experience like you’ve likely never experienced before.