Why Sydney club is on Kings of Leon drummer‘s ‘f**k it list’

A Grammy Award-winning musician has taken to Twitter to blast a Sydney institution for its outdated policy after he was turned away.

The traditions of Sydney’s golf clubs are under scrutiny after an international rock star was asked to cover up his tattoos at a prestigious golf course.

Kings of Leon member Nathan Followill took to Twitter to slam a “bucket list golf course” in Sydney for their outdated “no tattoo” policy.

The irate drummer said he was told he would need to cover his ink before he would be able to play on the unnamed golf course.

Nathan Followill, of Kings of Leon, is seen backstage at the Grammy Nominations Concert on Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Matt Sayles)

“Welcome to the 1950s,” Followill wrote.

“And a hell of a way to grow the game.”

The musician said the golf course was now featured on his “f**k it list” after making the outdated request.

Fans were quick to criticise the selective policy, with one commenter labelling the golf course “archaic to say the least”.

However, the policy doesn’t appear to have deterred Followill’s brother and bandmate Jared, who cheekily asked if he could take over the tee time.

Matthew and brothers Caleb, Nathan and Jared Followill are the members of American rock band Kings Of Leon.

While the Grammy Award winner declined to name the Sydney club, some of the city’s most notable golf clubs have strict dress codes that do not permit visible tattoos.

The Australian Golf Club in Kensington and the picturesque Royal Sydney Golf Club in Rose Bay both require “prominent tattoos” to be covered when on the premises.

Followill pointed out the restrictive policies aren’t in keeping with attracting a new generation of golfers.

He jokingly suggested he would reverse the policy and invite golf club bosses to the Kings of Leon concert in Sydney but said they would have to get new tattoos to be granted entry.

Crisis averted. I found a cover up. pic.twitter.com/KGDLyI80m1

— nathan followill (@doctorfollowill) October 24, 2022

“No tattoo” policies have increasingly come under fire as companies try to navigate a new era of inclusivity.

Earlier this year, Virgin announced it would allow employees to show their tattoos while in uniform. In May, the airline said it made the decision to encourage employees to express their unique identities.

The local promoter for Kings of Leon declined to comment on Mr Followill’s social media comments but said the band was busy preparing for their Australian concerts.

“We’re excited to commence the tour in Mildura after a two year hiatus,” a representative said.

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