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After a successful career as the frontman of much loved rock act KING CANNONS followed by a long break from music entirely, 2017 sees Luke Yeoward back in full swing as an independent artist. Luke launched his solo career with a successful crowdfunding campaign that enabled him to create his debut album #Ghosts over a month in the USA and the first single of the same name has been welcomed with open arms amongst the local music community. Since its release in February the title track has has received radio play on stations such as Double J and Rebel FM the Rock Station with the striking video also being added to rotation on ABCs rageafter its premiere on theMusic.com.au As well as securing an international support slot with Hellcat Records rockers The Interrupters Luke was also recently invited to perform an acoustic version of #Ghosts in the Rolling Stone Australia office which you can watch here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kS98jGYjOvA

Inspired by the likes of Joe Strummer, Chuck Berry and Bruce Springsteen, Yeoward's debut album opens with the fitting title track and serves as an explosive return for the Australian rock heavyweight. A tender, Dylan-esque organ softens the rampant guitar riffs and crashing drum rhythm while Luke's nostalgic, signature tone steers the track into full force. Described by Luke as "a positive kick up the arse", "Ghosts" lays the foundation for the rest of the album.

"'Ghosts' is a reminder that anything is possible and anything can change. It's never too late. The forgotten will be counted. In this instance, music is the instigator of action. It only takes a split second for something to happen." - Luke Yeoward explains.

The album is a perfect mixture of everything that has influenced Luke Yeoward in his lifetime. From #punk to #reggae, #soul to #rockandroll, his vast musical passions have conceived a unique style which demands your attention. Recorded in true classic style using vintage analogue equipment and straight to 8-track in LA with Jason Bonner (ex The Aggrolites, currently Jandisc Records and The Black Emeralds) and with only three-and-a-half weeks to record the whole album, Luke explained the process as the most fun and inspiring recording process he has ever been a part of.

Set for release on April 21, #Ghosts features co-writes and guest appearances from an array of musical head-turners including Chris Cheney (The Living End), Jason Bonner (Jandisc Records The Black Emeralds), Dan Smith Tattoo (Sharp Shock), Marc Orrell (Ex Dropkick Murphys), Scott Abels, Suzi Carmichael, Mark Johnson (Turbulent Hearts)Agostino Soldati (Deep Street Soul) Jason Castillo, Salina Michelle (The Black Emeralds)

To celebrate the release of a milestone in Luke Yeowards musical career hell be playing two very special shows. One in Melbourne at The Toff In Town, where Luke currently lives with his family and the other on his home turf in New Zealand at Whammy Bar, Auckland.

LUKE YEOWARD #GHOSTS ALBUM LAUNCH SHOWS

May 20 ' Whammy Bar ' Auckland (Solo)

May 27 ' The Toff In Town ' Melbourne (With his band The Half Way)

Don't miss this exclusive performance from Luke Yeoward and The Half Way at The Toff In Town!

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