Michael Ward Celebrates The Good Side of Life On ‘How Good Can This Get?’
Ahead of an 18-date national tour, Western Australian singer-songwriter Michael Ward returns with an uplifting new single, ‘How Good Can This Get?’, a heartfelt celebration of gratitude, grit, and the embrace of life’s unexpected moments, due for release on Friday, August 28.
Winner of the Homegrown Hundred National Countdown and established touring artist, Michael Ward’s career spreads far and wide across the Western coast of Australia, far from the salty swamplands of Stratham where Ward was raised.
Coming off the back of his most recent single, ‘No Regrets’, Michael Ward continues to draw from the influences of Australian rock, roots and blues, further building his reputation for writing songs that connect with real people and form authentic experiences. His latest release ‘How Good Can This Get?‘ continues to provide Ward’s knack for authenticity and communitas, delivering a feel-good anthem that balances reflective verses with infectious optimism.
‘How Good Can This Get?’ blends warm acoustic guitars, earthy roots-rock grooves and an instantly memorable chorus to capture the spirit of finding joy in the everyday. Driven by Ward‘s bona fide storytelling and honest vocal delivery, ‘How Good Can This Get?‘ is a reminder that even after life’s challenges, there’s always another reason to smile.
Speaking on the track, Michael Ward acknowledges the distraction that life’s troubles and tribulations can bring, reminding us that it’s imperative to stop and breathe:
“’How Good Can This Get?’ is about appreciating where life takes you,” says Ward. “Sometimes we spend so much time looking for what’s next that we forget to enjoy the moment we’re living in. This song is a reminder to stop, look around and realise just how good things can be.”
The production allows the song’s uplifting message to shine, combining organic instrumentation with a polished sound that blends quintessential country elements with a contemporary edge, further expanding Ward’s music reach to country fans old and new.
‘How Good Can This Get?’ sees Michael Ward continue to establish himself as one of Western Australia’s most genuine voices in country-roots and rock. Honest, uplifting, and full of heart, contemplate the good with Michael Ward’s newest single, ‘How Good Can This Get?’ out Friday, August 28. Then, catch Michael Ward on tour – details below.
The ‘How Good Can This Get?’ Australian Tour
- Thu, Sep 03 – Denham Town Hall, Denham, WA
- Fri, Sep 04 – Onslow Beach Resort, Onslow, WA
- Sat, Sep 05 – Whalebone Brewery, Exmouth, WA
- Sun, Sep 06 – Bills Bar, Coral Bay, WA
- Fri, Oct 02 – Prince of Wales Hotel, Bunbury, WA
- Sat, Oct 03 – Mandurah Country Music Festival, Mandurah, WA
- Sun, Oct 04 – The River Hotel, Margaret River, WA
- Sat, Oct 10 – Gidgestock Music Festival, Gidgegannup, WA
- Fri, Oct 23 – Exeter Hotel, Adelaide, SA
- Sat, Oct 24 – Horsham Country Music Festival, Horsham, VIC
- Sun, Oct 24 – The Mallee Hen, Lascelles, VIC
- Fri, Nov 13 – 459 Bar, Perth, WA
- Sat, Nov 14 – King River Tavern, Albany, WA
- Sun, Nov 15 – Indian Ocean Hotel, Scarborough, WA
- Sun, Nov 29 – Launceston Country Music Festival, Launceston, TAS
- Fri, Dec 18 – Nickel Bar, Kambalda, WA
- Sat, Dec 19 – 33 Degrees, Esperance, WA
- Sun, Dec 20 – Lucky Bay Brewery, Esperance, WA
Praise for Michael Ward
“Michael’s stage presence is unmistakable: grounded, generous, and electrifying. He doesn’t just perform to an audience — he performs with them. Every grin, every stomp, every guitar lick feels like an invitation. You’re not an observer. You’re part of the moment.”
(BTN – Gig Review)
”It‘s like Poison had a baby with Lynyrd Skynyrd and Keith Urban was the godfather. Scorching country rock that hits harder than a pack of Fisherman’s Friend!”
[About ‘No Regrets] (Gareth Bryant, Scenestr)
“Michael’s infectious energy drove the set flying on top of some damn fine country rock”
(Gidgestock Music Festival – Review)