Fanning Dempsey National Park

Fanning Dempsey National Park has released King Pumpkin, a fresh new single from their acclaimed debut album The Deluge. This bonus track adds another exciting chapter to their growing discography, showcasing their signature style and thought-provoking themes.

With a groove-driven sound and a sharp lyrical edge, King Pumpkin explores deception and truth, reflecting today’s political and online landscape. Fanning and Dempsey’s collaboration continues to push boundaries, bringing a mix of funk and rock to their devoted audience.

Fans can now stream King Pumpkin alongside The Deluge, available on all major platforms.

Discussing the song’s concept, Fanning explains, “King Pumpkin opens with a quote adapted from author Jonathan Swift: ‘Falsehood flies, and truth comes limping after it.’ This phrase perfectly captures the current global landscape, where misinformation spreads faster than facts. Deception has practically become an attitude, shaping discourse in politics and online conversations. We loved the contrast of pairing this message with a sleazy funk groove, creating something both fun and thought-provoking.”

This combination results in a track that is dynamic, socially aware, and musically engaging.

Dempsey also reflects on the creative evolution of King Pumpkin, saying, “It’s amusing how far the song strayed from its original form. The demo leaned into brutalist industrial electronica, but over time, it transformed into something completely different. From the beginning, the song told us it just wanted to shimmy.”

This organic progression highlights Fanning and Dempsey’s willingness to embrace unexpected musical directions, making King Pumpkin a standout addition to their catalog. The track demonstrates their ability to fuse lyrical depth with catchy, rhythmic elements.

Fanning Dempsey National Park Tour

The single drops just as Fanning Dempsey National Park kicks off The Deluge Regional Tour, launching tomorrow in Cairns at Tanks Arts Centre. The tour will continue through Hobart, Ballarat, Geelong, Bendigo, Newcastle, Thirroul, Canberra, Toowoomba, and the Sunshine Coast, before wrapping up on the Gold Coast on May 24. Fans across Australia will experience the duo’s electrifying stage presence, bringing their critically acclaimed debut album The Deluge to life in an unforgettable live setting. Each performance promises high-energy moments and deep musical storytelling.

Concertgoers can expect an immersive show, blending songs from The Deluge with classics from their individual catalogs. The setlist will thrill fans by including tracks that shaped Fanning and Dempsey’s careers, creating a unique live experience. To further elevate the tour, the band is shining a spotlight on emerging artists. They’ve announced that in each city, a local solo artist or duo will open the show. Fans can check FDNP’s Instagram for details on these special selections, adding another exciting element to the tour’s lineup.

King Pumpkin and The Deluge Regional Tour follow a monumental start to 2025 for Fanning Dempsey National Park. Their electrifying performance on ABC TV’s NYE24 broadcast kicked off the year, leading into festival appearances at SummerSalt Tour 2025 and Great Southern Nights. Their momentum continues with The Deluge, which debuted at #3 on the ARIA Album Chart, claimed the #1 spot on the Vinyl Chart, and was named Double J’s Feature Album. Additionally, the debut single Disconnect has been shortlisted for the 2025 APRA Peer-Voted Song of the Year.