Australian country music favourite Lee Kernaghan will bring the concluding run of his famous Boys From The Bush concert tour to Eatons Hill. The event will celebrate decades of music and mark ten years since the release of his significant Spirit of the Anzacs album.
Eatons Hill Concert Details
Following sell-out shows during his 2024 run, Kernaghan has added a performance at the Eatons Hill Hotel’s Grand Ballroom scheduled for Saturday, 25 October 2025, beginning at 5:00 pm. Tickets for the Eatons Hill concert are available from $59.
The show promises to be a major production, described as his biggest touring show yet, and will feature special guests Robby Kernaghan, Tori Darke, and Matt Cornell supporting the main act.
Final Tour Chapter Across Australia
This concert is part of Kernaghan’s extensive 40-date national tour, promoted as ‘Boys from the Bush: The Final Chapter’. The singer indicated the show is being revamped and amplified for this farewell run. He explained that the setlist will draw from his decades-long career, including rarely performed tracks like ‘Electric Rodeo’ alongside major hits.
Kernaghan noted that fan requests submitted via social media have helped shape the song selection. He aimed to include tracks that resonate deeply with his audience, even if they weren’t radio singles. He emphasised his passion for writing about Australian life and people, stating that many audience members connect strongly because they have lived the stories in his songs, which keeps them returning.
He also observed how fans who attended his shows in the 1990s now bring their children and grandchildren, creating a multi-generational connection through his music.
Spirit Of The Anzacs Milestone
2025 holds further significance as it marks the tenth anniversary of Kernaghan’s landmark album, Spirit of the Anzacs. He recalled the powerful inspiration for the title track came during a visit to the Australian War Memorial, specifically citing the inscription “He is all of them, and he is one of us” at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier as the genesis for the song.
Kernaghan described the songwriting process for the album, which drew heavily from letters, diaries, and recollections in the War Memorial archives, as happening very organically. He stated he could almost hear the music while reading the soldiers’ words. The album involved numerous collaborators, including Guy Sebastian, Jessica Mauboy, and Sheppard, who Kernaghan noted all donated their time and talents.
He stressed that all proceeds from the song went directly to support service personnel through groups like Legacy and Soldier On, making the song truly belong to Australia. He expressed satisfaction that the song continues to be performed at school assemblies and memorial services on ANZAC Day.
Enduring Career and New Music
Lee Kernaghan’s career spans over three decades, during which he developed a unique style blending traditional country themes with contemporary Australian experiences, particularly those from regional areas. His live shows are known for combining arena-rock energy with country music’s heartfelt storytelling.
His influence is widely recognised, with 13 chart-topping albums, 40 number one singles, 38 Golden Guitar awards, and 4 ARIAs. His contribution to communities, especially during times of drought, fire, and flood, led to him being named Australian Of The Year in 2008.
Kernaghan mentioned his early musical influences included outlaw country artists like Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson. While the ‘Boys From The Bush’ tour era is concluding, he confirmed he is actively working on a new album and hopes to release new music soon, aiming for songs that he can be proud of and that will endure over time.
Published Date 28-April-2025
