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KING DUDE Talks Moving to Australia, Collaborations, Metal Origins, and Darkness in Nursery Rhymes

The Everblack Podcast sat down with TJ Cowgill aka KING DUDE, to talk about his move to Australia, his highly anticipated upcoming show at Lefty’s in Brisbane, and his roots in the metal scene. TJ also discusses his intriguing project of recording an album of nursery rhymes, uncovering their deeper, often darker meanings, and shares insights into his future creative endeavors and more.


An Evening with King Dude (USA) and friends at Lefty's Music Hall" - January 23 

Tickets: https://tickets.oztix.com.au/outlet/event/7d1e97e6-a7a6-437d-86ed-b1492b08f508


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