News from the Australian music scene, from Perth to the East Coast and in between as well as New Zealand.
Meshiaak has released a new track in front of the band’s upcoming new studio album. The song, “Tears That Burn The Son” can be heard below. Danny Camilleri shared, “”Tears is the deepest song […]
When it comes to heavy-hitting Perth trio, Blak Tui, it could simply be said that the band’s essence is all in the name. “The name comes from the Tui Bird which is native to […]
Sydney’s Acrolysis release their debut EP Black Dog’s Serenade – a politically charged, heavy metal dream. Acrolysis are blending 80s thrash and 90s alternative, creating a five-track collection of raw power filled with punchy […]
The Tether’s End is the long awaited debut album from Perth melodic death-thrash outfit Remission, due for release on November 15th. With 11 tracks, 53 minutes of music and a deluge of captivating riffs, […]
Brisbane melodic hardcore five-piece Wildheart are today releasing their fierce new single “Rising Tide“, a statement track about the mistreatment of the Indigenous people of Australia that reads enough is enough. The band will […]
Melbourne heavy rockers El Colosso have announced a run of new tour dates to launch their new single, round out 2019 and kick off 2020! The band will also drop the monstrous new single, […]
Auckland alt rock outfit CITY OF SOULS are weighing in with another glimpse into their forthcoming album with a brand new single and videoclip – ‘Ferryman‘. ‘Ferryman’ sees, like previous single from earlier in […]
As Psychedelic Porn Crumpets continue to warp minds and spin out on sold out stages throughout America, the band has found time to deliver another striking single in ‘MUNDUNGUS’! The first slice of new […]
Thanks to Wrecking Crew Touring, Melbourne’s ABLAZE are heading off for their first ever International tour, as they jet off to Europe during November & December with a multitude of dates across the UK […]
Melbourne metallers, Eye of the Enemy will release their brand new album, Titan, on Friday, October 11 via Art Is War Records. Titan’s songs are connected by the thematic elements of deception, hubris and […]
THE CROOKEDS are conquering Melbourne, and they’re ready to take on the world. Fusing the best classic rock elements with the best of today’s Indie/Alternate rock vibe THE CROOKEDS are about to announce their arrival on the […]
Australian pop/prog sensation VOYAGER are now releasing the next brand new track of their upcoming opus ‘Colours in the Sun‘, which will be released on November 1 via Season of Mist! In celebration, VOYAGER teamed up with Metal […]
Diesel is back with the next instalment of Sunset Suburbia, and new single ‘In Reverse’. Diesel first announced the Sunset Suburbia project – three EPs leading into an album in 2020 – back in […]
Sydney progressive metal quartet Red Sea are at it again with their brutal new single, The Score which is out now! A departure from their heavy-groove single The One earlier in 2019, The Score is a full-tilt, heavy, […]
The world’s biggest heavy metal battle of the bands is coming to Australia with the band selections now announced! The legendary Wacken Metal Battle will be making it’s triumphant debut in the great southern […]
DON’T CHANGE – ULTIMATE INXS are throwing an 80’s Halloween shindig for all you music lovers and party animals in Canberra. Come celebrate the 80s, Halloween and the unforgettable music of the world’s greatest […]
Off the back of their huge East Coast capital city tour and the release of their massive new single All My Friends Are Dead, The Amity Affliction have announced they will be touring regional […]
Perth’s post-black metal quintet Illyria made waves earlier in the year with their sophomore release ‘The Carpathian Summit‘ and are back with a totally instrumental edition that highlights the serious musicianship emanating from this […]
Newtown’s self-proclaimed shittest band SCABZ have just revealed their striking new single ‘Feel Good Summer’ – produced and mixed by Daniel Antix at Defwolf Studios, Sydney. Ringing feedback and pounding drums set the tone […]
Australian rockers King Coyote have today announced their killer new single Coca Cola, an energetic romp inspired by chasing true love, out today. Coca Cola is the first taste of the upcoming King Coyote EP Wild, an absolute masterclass in rock n […]
King Parrot front man Matt Young will be hosting a Master Class event for EMP Pathways on November 30. EMP Pathways, is a new, not for profit organisation creating entertainment industry opportunities for the […]
Receiving its world premiere on triple j Breakfast this morning, Skegss share “Save It For The Weekend,” a new anthem for those who long for Friday night to come. The track – released via […]
Melbourne Australia’s progressive instrumental project I Built The Sky will release their third album, The Zenith Rise, on November 1. I Built The Sky is led by guitar wizard Rohan ‘Ro Han’ Stevenson and […]
Melbourne cinematic post rock enigmas, Myriad Drone will release their new album, Arka Morgana, on October 18. Listen to new single Disguidance here. Standing out from any genre in the age of over saturation […]
Following on from a huge first announce of acts including Downsyde, Ruby Boots, Dulcie, Riley Pearce, Demon Days, Abbe May, Daybreak and over 100 acts, WAMFest presented by Act-Belong-Commit, today reveals the full line […]
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