Go Behind The Scenes With Kingswood At Nashville's Sound Emporium Studio

The journey to Kingswood’s second LP, After Hours, Close To Dawn, was one that took them beyond their limits, and the band challenging themselves in the studio has rendered a powerful follow-up to 2014’s acclaimed Microscopic Wars LP.

On the eve of its release, vocalist Fergus Linacre looks back on their time at Nashville’s iconic Sound Emporium studio, working alongside producer Ed Spear, who also engineered their debut.

This shot captures one of many control room discussions between Alex and Eddie. These moments played an enormous part in shaping all aspects of the record. This is where we listened to ideas and brainstormed concepts, eventually plotting a unique course for each song.

The great Eddie Spear, the most enthusiastic, animated and passionate person to make music with. His knowledge, ability to improvise and willingness to take risks ensured there were ‘no boring bits’ on the record or in the studio.

Studio A, with a $200 Firebird that was in a way the anchor of this record, much like the man himself. Braido does so much for this band beyond playing bass, and we are so grateful to have him in the family.

Eddie BW: "If it doesn’t sound good here, it’s not gonna sound good in there." Eddie and J worked tirelessly on finding the right drum sound for each song. Building different hybrid kits, and then finding the best way to play them. A journey not many people will directly be aware of or appreciate, but they will feel it.

Closest to the camera is Zach Pancoast, assistant engineer on the record, the Buffalo Kid. This was a failed experiment, well not failed, but it didn’t get used. We recorded piano, and ran it through the tape machine, varying the speeds to try to create a sound that ascended into the start of the record. Good fun.

Alex taking a nap. He works hard.

Singing Atmosphere. Each microphone had a distinctly different sound, so step one of vocals was going through each one to get the right vibe. The equals sign on his hand is an in-joke, I won’t go into it.

Dave Smith Mophp 4x, Jenco Celest, Fender Rhodes MK2, Wurlitzer 200a, Yamaha C7. Back in Kew, Australia we also used a Moog, and an old Fafisa.

The last day in the studio, great way to finish, so many spirit fingers. These girls sang all over the record and are super pro. On the left is Rach, the studio receptionist, everyone in Nashville is a singer.

The whole gang in Studio A. One of the best experiences we have all had. It was a joy making this record, it took us all beyond our limits and challenged us in more ways than I can explain. We miss it so much we are already talking about album number three.

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.