Album Focus: King Of The North

Artist/Band: King Of The North

Name: Danny Leo

Album title? Sound The Underground

Where did the title of your new album come from? It really came from sitting around and thinking of a title, but that one stuck out when my bandmate Higgsy came up with it. I guess it represents the sound of underground bands also.

How many releases do you have now? Two. A self-titled EP released in May 2012 and now Sound The Underground released in March this year.

How long did it take to write/record? About a month. It was a busy time with gigs but we needed to write a debut album so there were solid rehearsals and writing sessions in between.

Was anything in paricular inspiring you during the making? I think we were both ready to present a debut album so we were motivated more than inspired if anything. We're constantly inspired to create and keep moving forward, the album was a natural step.

What's your favourite song on it? I like Wanted and Running Out Of Reasons, they're great to play on drums but also love the songs themselves.

Will you do anything differently next time? I'd bring two identical kick pedals and two ride cymbals in because they both broke while recording. What we did worked for this album, next time may be different.

When and where is your launch/next gig? UniBar, Adelaide Thursday 24 April, Gershwin Room, The Espy, Melbourne Saturday 26 April, Spectrum, Sydney Saturday 10 May, Tempo Hotel, Brisbane Saturday 17 May. There's other dates in between also.

Website link for more info? www.kingofthenorth.com.au