Osaka Punch are one of those rare bands that refuse to accept if you’ve had a bad day or you’re tired and want to go home. When you are at a show and they are on stage you had better suck it up and leave your worries behind because resistance is futile. With a high energy output and an entertaining presence, Osaka Punch are destined to succeed in whatever they try their hand at and if they aren’t a global phenomenon by the time the next overseas pandemic ...
Sydney blues-rock outfit Bounty Hunters are legendary on the local circuit, with their blending of old fashioned rock and blues appealing to a broad musical spectrum. Lead guitarist David Hinds recently lent his talents to New Zealand band Electric Universe on their latest single “Right On Time” and joined HEAVY earlier this week to discuss that collaboration and what is happening in the Bounty Hunters camp. Continue reading BOUNTY HUNTERS Share The Love at HEAVY ...
Perth metal powerhouse Tempest Rising have unleashed the ferociously brutal new song “Awakening”, further solidifying their growing stature promised on previous single “Downfall”. “Awakening” is a sophisticated and complex song that has all the subtlety of a sledgehammer intertwined with a mass of hooks and swirling harsh and clean vocals that accentuate the underlying malevolence contained within. Guitarist James Ward-Armstrong sat ...
Perth’s Metal Powerhouse Tempest Rising release their relentless new single âAwakeningâ. The song introduces itself with a merciless punch and sets the scene for the visceral soundscape to follow. Featuring heavy dropped tuned and rhythmically sophisticated guitar work, complemented by methodically curated lead lines, this audible manifesto is underpinned by superbly tight drum and bass grooves. The band never misses a beat throughout the entirety of âAwakeningâ; ...
Emerging Wollongong melodic hardcore outfit Proposal have dropped their latest single “Clarity”. The song is taken from the band’s EP Kingdom which will be out on March 19. Watch “Clarity” below: Continue reading PROPOSAL Drop New Song at HEAVY Magazine - Rock, Punk, Metal Music & Beyond.
Melbourne-based post-punk DIY artist Kai Cult has just revealed his apocalyptic new EP Ok Boomer – recorded in his share house bedroom and mixed and mastered by Ashwin Rao of Singaporean garage-rock band Knightingale. Ok Boomer is five tracks of riveting post-punk that drips with aggression and angst, creating a dystopian sonic world through the use of raw instrumentation and Kai Cult’s commanding vocals. Continue reading KAI CULT Releases EP at HEAVY Magazine - ...
Western Australia-based Melodic Metal band Icarus Lives are charging into 2021 with the release of their rendition of “Holding Out for a Hero”, originally performed by Bonnie Tyler. The song opens with a driving drum and bass groove, accompanied by thrash speed picking and Dream Theatre-like synth bolstering the melody. Icarus Lives masterfully showcase Iron Maiden-esque guitar, drum, and bass patterns throughout each passage as well as anthemic choruses ...
Metal stars Alien Weaponry are embraced by fans and critics internationally as one of the current generationâs biggest names in heavy music, especially in their home country of New Zealand where the band has achieved nearly household name status. This May 2021, the band plans to uplift their local fans in a completely new way by performing in unity with the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra at two special performances, taking place in Kirikiriroa Hamilton and Ĺtautahi ...
Sydney skate punk band Kids Of Yesterday have dropped a video for their latest single “Horsin’ Around”. The song is taken from the band’s debut album Escape Planet which is out now. Watch “Horsin’ Around” below: Continue reading KIDS OF YESTERDAY With New Tune at HEAVY Magazine - Rock, Punk, Metal Music & Beyond.
It is an age-old given that before one attempts to conquer the world around him, he must first dominate his immediate landscape. After toiling in and around Brisbane for the better part of three years, Diskust have well and truly done the hard yards, but more importantly, have seen the fruits of their labour. As their popularity has grown so has their fanatical support base â affectionately dubbed Maniacs â and so Diskust have begun to spread their metaphorical ...
Melbourne alternative rockers Rumours are back to share one last single, “Neurosis” featuring Will King (Windwaker). The band will drop their sophomore EP If Only You Could Feel Something Too on March 19. Watch “Neurosis” below: Continue reading RUMOURS With New Single at HEAVY Magazine - Rock, Punk, Metal Music & Beyond.
Brisbane progressive/alternative outfit Illusionary have never been afraid to test themselves musically. With a unique yet aggressive sound incorporating groove metal, psychedelic twists and crushing vocals, Illusionary are coming out of lockdown with a renewed vigour and determination that was ignited by their recent single “Vigoroot” which can be viewed below: Continue reading ILLUSIONARY With New Single at HEAVY Magazine - Rock, Punk, Metal Music & ...
Calling the East Coast of Australia their home, Distorted Views brings you their fresh fusion of 90s inspired nu-metal nostalgia coupled with the latest in electro-rock anthems. This eclectic four-piece have burst out of the blocks with their debut single âPropagandaâ, a swirling and aggressive beast of a tune that will have your neck snapping and the pit bouncing. Freedom of expression through music can be a powerful tool and Distorted Views have come out firing from ...
Sydney Punk outfit The Kids have release a video clip for their recent single “Go Back To Canberra”. “Go Back To Canberra” has all the melody of a shark alarm. Itâs a dogged no-nonsense song, an attack ode to the bleak and oppressive landscape of Canberra. A city that undeservedly is the epicentre of Australian democracy, home of weak-willed politicians, bankrolling a nation into mediocrity. Continue reading THE KIDS Drop New Video at HEAVY Magazine - ...
Electric Valley Records is just over a week away from unleashing Amammothâs debut album, The Fire Above. The Sydney sludgy stoner/doom unit has streamed their new track âShadowsâ from the album. Watch “Shadows” below: Continue reading AMOMMOTH Release New Song at HEAVY Magazine - Rock, Punk, Metal Music & Beyond.
This Sunday Sydney rock duo Astrodeath finally tour to Mo’s Desert Clubhouse. With their highly anticipated tour being postponed time and time again thanks to ol’ Uncle Covid, the venue is stoked to finally have them hit the stage. These heavy fuzz rockers will be supported by local hard-hitters The Black Swamp, Gold Coast favourites Rinser and Level H. Continue reading ASTRODEATH To Hit Gold Coast at HEAVY Magazine - Rock, Punk, Metal Music & Beyond.
Australian heavy outlaw sleaze rock band Snake Bite Whisky have released the first single and video from their anticipated second album, Black Candy, which is being released globally by Sliptrick Records on March 30. “Hammered” is a riotous throwback to seventies punk rock mixed with screeching sleaze metal; a lyrical journey that traverses a typical night of debauchery in the world of Snake Bite Whisky. Continue reading SNAKE BITE WHISKY With New Single at HEAVY ...
Heavy metal fans, hair rockers and evil cowboys unite, for Brisbane FINALLY has its ‘Home of Heavy’ again! Thank Satan It’s Friday is a monthly nightclub held at The Flamin Galah that is taking the local scene by storm, thanks to the team at Kegstand Productions. Since the closure of venues in 2020 reigned terror over the local metal scene, what a better time to get down to a local venue, hang with likeminded souls and listen to your favourite heavy ...
Australia’s brutal groove masters Black Rheno return with a massive east coast tour throughout May and June to celebrate their soon to be released new single “Battle Ready”, proudly sponsored by HEAVY. It will have been just over a year since Black Rheno last brought their hell-raising sludge, grind, groove party to the stage. Having released their debut album Noise Smasher at the end of 2019, then backing it up hitting stages across Japan, Australia ...
After a seven-year hiatus that had many questioning whether or not The Amenta would indeed commit music to disk again, the band is back with a vengeance with their fourth â and arguably best offering Revelator. Opening with âAn Epoch Ellipsisâ any doubts as to whether The Amenta had maintained their rage since previous album Flesh Is Heir are quickly dispelled in a ferociously brutal intro that goes straight for the jugular and only relinquishes itâs grip at select junctures ...