By Eleanor Wilson
It’s a “homecoming show” for Berwick’s golden boy Andrew Swift, who will inject the Berwick Show with some country flavour on Saturday.
The Australian country music artist, who was recently awarded Male Artist of the Year at the 2023 Tamworth Country Music Festival, will close the Saturday program of the historic Akoonah Park show with an acoustic medley of tunes.
“It’s just gonna be me and my guitar, with plenty of stories and reflection on my time around the show over the years,” he said.
Audiences can expect to hear a range of Swift’s hits, including a sneak peek of the artist’s upcoming album, Lightning Strikes and Neon Lights, which was announced on Monday 20 February.
The Beaconsfield raised, current Berwick resident has a long history at the show, both as a performer and an attendee.
“I remember Mum taking me down to the show as a kid and then riding my bike down there when I got a bit older… hanging out with friends and trying not to cause any trouble,” Mr Swift recalled.
“As a kid I always loved the showbags at the show…who doesn’t love a showbag!
“But I really enjoy the livestock side of the show and just seeing the community come to life and everybody having a great time,” he said.
Lightning Strikes and Neon Lights is set to be released on Friday 28 April.
“This new album is more upbeat than previous records, I spent more time on electric guitar and it’s a bit more rocky,” he said.
The album is set to be released on 28 April, with pre-order available now.
