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Brisbane rock outfit Sound Affliction have shown their tremendous range via first three singles, the emotionally charged Sober, the riff frenzy of Devil In Me and the powerful songwriting of Leave The Light On Today, with ‘The End’ they address […]
Houston, Texas-based black metal conjurors/recent Metal Blade Records signees, NECROFIER, will unleash their fiery new full-length, Transcend Into Oblivion, on February 27th, 2026. NECROFIER are rewriting the rulebook in their own blood. Since 2018, the […]
Progressive death metallers THE ZENITH PASSAGE today present their latest single, “Fleshbound Reliquary.” Mixed and mastered by Dave Otero (Cattle Decapitation, Allegaeon, Archspire, Cephalic Carnage) with artwork by Shindy Reehal (Psycroptic, Lamb Of God, Kreator, […]
LINKIN PARK – Mike Shinoda, Dave “Phoenix” Farrell, Joe Hahn, Emily Armstrong, and Colin Brittain – have today announced that they will visit Adelaide in March 2026 on their highly anticipated From Zero World Tour, in […]
MELBOURNE (5 December): Following the announcement of Mumford & Sons’ highly anticipated return to Australia and New Zealand in 2026 for full-scale arena shows on their Prizefighter Tour, comes news that the Grammy award winning folk-rock band have […]
Hailing from Tokyo, DYGL (pronounced “Day-glo”) are one of Japan’s most vital and internationally acclaimed indie rock bands. Formed in 2012, the four-piece has built a global following with their raw energy, heartfelt lyrics, and […]
I’M NOT WHAT I SHOULD BE, BUT FUCK GOD I’M NOT WHAT I ONCE WAS Electrifying alt-rock duo, VUKOVI, have dropped a stunning, volatile video for their track BLADED, the final track from their critically […]
Australia’s greatest ever thrash band, Mortal Sin, celebrate 40 years of mayhem in 2026! Mortal Sin’s place in thrash metal history is undisputed and 2026 will see them celebrate their career like never before. 40 […]
Following the recent announcement of their ‘On a Truck’ festival experience in Albany and Dunsborough, Old Mervs have doubled down and revealed a stack of regional dates for the first quarter of 2026. Dave and […]
The Good Things Festival is just days away, and the excitement is building as we count down with you. Life can be unpredictable, and moments like these remind us just how important it is to […]
Karnivool have released their majestic new single “Opal”, giving us another taste of their hugely anticipated new album, In Verses, landing February 6 via Cymatic Records / Sony Music. A sweeping journey that frontman Ian Kenny says […]
EXCIDE — Tyler Washington, Gill Gonzalez, Gage Lanza, Caleb Hogue, and Jacob Paris — have just dropped their second album Bastard Hymns via SharpTone Records. Get it here. “We are incredibly excited to bring you […]
A rousing ode to self-reflection with heartland flavours and lashings of charm, revered Australian singer-songwriter Ella Hooper today unveils a new single Growing Up Is Hard To Do, emerging with a Springsteen-ready romp that effortlessly […]
Black Eyed Sons return with the brand-new video of their cover of Mink DeVille’s classic ‘Savoir Faire’, featuring a guest appearance from Alan Clayton of The Dirty Strangers. The “Savoir Faire” video pairs Black Eyed […]
Following a sold-out intimate first look at her new album at Rough Trade in Bristol earlier this month, Elles Bailey has released new single ‘Better Days’. The track is the latest to be taken from her […]
After years of igniting stages and airwaves since solidifying their line-up in 2017, Gold Coast heavies HAMMERS today announce the long-awaited release of their debut album DEATH WOBBLES, due out on Friday 23 January 2026 via Summerland Records. […]
Swedish high-energy rockers THE HELLACOPTERS have been celebrating their 30th anniversary recently and after releasing their much-lauded new album Overdriver on January 31, 2025, which reached No. 1 in the Swedish charts and a solid top 10 position in the German […]
Opposing forces that are both inside of me Like the moon, like the sun, they share the same sky Like tides of life and death, their waves pour over me With a heavy heart, I […]
Since its inception in 2015, the Melbourne Guitar Show has become a mecca for guitar-lovers, a flagship gathering for the industry, and a totally unique event. In 2026 the iconic event will arrive at Sydney […]
Wild Kingdom Records is proud to announce the signing of Swedish rock ’n’ roll trailblazers Glorious Bankrobbers, who will return with their highly anticipated new studio album, Intruder on Feb 27, 2026! Recorded at House of Voodoo […]
Canadian metalcore powerhouse THE VEER UNION unleash their explosive new single “Meet Your Maker”, delivering a thunderous blend of towering melodies, crushing heaviness, and raw emotional fire. Known for their ability to fuse massive hooks […]
California’s heavyweight Lionheart waste no time and strike again: hot on the heels of their crushing comeback single “Bulletproof”, the Oakland kings are already back with their next hammer — the brand-new single “Roll Call.” […]
Australia’s own theatrical rock juggernaut Sisters Doll are thrilled to announce their highly anticipated “Good Day To Be Alive” Australian Tour, hitting cities nationwide in 2026. Renowned for their electrifying live shows and explosive energy, […]
Chavez Cartel return with their latest single For Better Or Worse – a dirty love song drenched in chaos, clarity, and heartbreak. Set for worldwide release on Friday, November 28, the track is a raw […]
Legendary alt-rockers Spin Doctors are heading to Australia and New Zealand for a massive 11-date run celebrating the 35th anniversary of their iconic 1991 debut album, Pocket Full of Kryptonite. Returning to Australia for the first time since 1993, the band will not only […]
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