Kingswood’s Hypnotic New Music Video Is ‘Golden’

Aussie rock favourites Kingswood have dished up some surprising and welcome new sounds with their Nashville-produced After Hours, Close To Dawn album, including the entrancing, slow jam Golden, which has a seductive music video to go with it.

Shot over two days at Parramatta’s Historic War Memorial Swimming Centre by Matt Campbell and featuring Olympic diver Brittany O’Brien, the video adds new depth to the song’s powerful lyrics.

“Golden is a reflection on the weird split between euphoria/isolation that I’ve often felt after having really connected with someone, particularly romantically, in those early stages, you’re vibing high off the experience but only you and perhaps the other person can share it, sometimes only you,” said guitarist and songwriter Alex Laska.

“The Golden video reflects the idea of a lonesome high, particularly in retrospect, using diving as the metaphor. I’ve often thought diving must be so exhilarating/euphoric but only really enjoyed by the few who pursue it. In a way, it reflects that ideas behind the song by representing elements of that feeling only you are left with after a specific emotional experience.”

After Hours, Close To Dawn is out March 3 via Dew Process, with a national tour in support rolling out later this month. Check out theGuide for all the info.