The metal Gods work in mysterious ways. In early 2021, fate brought Chloe Trujillo and Mark Dalbeth together at the Global Green Charity Event in LA’s Troubadour. Bonding over their shared passion for music, they decided to collaborate after connecting online. Their brainchild, Lightning Strikes Twice, garnered strong feedback, fuelling their excitement for future projects […]
As the saying goes, one person’s loss is another person’s gain. So while there were many disappointed when CKY pulled out of their Australian tour with Alien Ant Farm, there was also plenty more elated when their replacement was named in quick succession. It’s not often a tour is strengthened by late adjustments, but from […]
While safety first is becoming an increasingly mundane and almost conformist part of the global music scene, there are bands out there who refuse to yield, preferring to allow their natural creativity dictate the terms of music rather than cater to the whims of the masses. Sydney music machine Reliqa are one of the bands. […]
If the rebellious youth of society had a queen back in the mid to late 80’s you can bet your life that queen would have been a seemingly shy young lady from Violet Town called Ella Hooper. Coupling her struggles of being brought up in a small country town with the almost overwhelming burdens that […]
The Living End are one of the few bands ever to successfully negotiate the chasm between punk rock sensibilities and mainstream success without losing their integrity. Their 1997 EP Prisoner Of Society/Second Solution quickly became the barometer for musical uprising amongst the youth of the world, catapulting the band into the spotlight, from which they […]
SIGN OF THE HAMMER is one the iconic albums ROSS THE BOSS released during his time with the “Kings Of Metal”, the mighty MANOWAR. This album will be played in full for the Aussie shows, along with a best of set which includes some of that band’s most anthemic songs. ROSS THE BOSS will be […]
Usher in the Australia Day weekend in style at Mo’s Desert Clubhouse, celebrating local, home grown music delivered by an eclectic line-up of bands that covers a diverse range of tastes. After releasing a string of exciting new singles throughout 2024, Brisbane legends Dreamkillers enter 2025 with a renewed vigour and swagger that only three […]
What happens when Aussie rock royalty throws their weight behind a punk rock trio barely old enough to hit high school? You get a game-changing all-ages tour that proves rock n’ roll doesn’t care about age – it only cares about attitude. The Wave Raiders, a band of two brothers and their best mate, have […]
Hailing from Melbourne’s eastern suburbs, Bloody Ripper are a rock’n’roll band with a punk edge. The band have established themselves over the last decade playing in Melbourne’s finest pubs and dive bars including The Tote, Cherry Bar and The Last Chance Rock and Roll Bar. Following the wild video for the single Pints, Bloody Ripper […]
HEAVY Resolutions at The Paddo Underground this New Years Eve has just become that touch more exciting. As well as a stacked line-up including Roach Toaster, Ancient Remains, Beast Machine, Goatzilla, Dreamkillers and Vulgar Display Of 90s, Better Noise Music have now stepped in to offer one FREE SIGNED CD from Five Finger Death Punch, […]
After their raging comeback last month with Demon Tantrum, Melbourne metal legends Frankenbok have dropped a cover as only they can of the 80’s classic You Spin Me Round (Like a Record) from Dead or Alive. “So we did this as just a bit of fun and I have always loved the original Pete Burns […]
French metalcore powerhouse LANDMVRKS has unleashed a powerful one-two punch with the release of their double single Sulfur and Sombre 16, offering fans a glimpse into their upcoming fourth album, The Darkest Place I’ve Ever Been. The album, described as their most personal and ambitious work to date, is set to drop on April 25, […]
Beloved UK metal band GOD COMPLEX have returned with their vicious new single Salt and Ash and announced their signing to SharpTone Records. On signing to their new label, the band comment: “We’re thrilled to be working with SharpTone on this release. We have longstanding friendships with other bands on the label and have always […]
THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA have released the energetic new single Way To Spend The Night, cut from the upcoming album Give Us The Moon, set for release on January 31, 2025 via Napalm Records. Founded in 2007 by members of significant bands such as Soilwork, Arch Enemy and Mean Streak, THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA have […]
New Zealand experimental outfit Kaosis continue to usher in the next generation of nu metal with their final explosive single for 2024, The Way I Am, via Blood Blast Distribution and Rail Records. This track fuses volatile bounce riffs with a melodic ear-worm chorus. Produced in New Zealand at Rail Records studio, The Way I […]
Sydney alt-rockers Dear Seattle unveil a brand new single Counting Hours, out now via Domestic La La. Coating raw lyricism with halcyon verses and buoyant choruses, Counting Hours expands Dear Seattle’s cathartic yet catchy prowess in the lead-up to the release of their forthcoming third studio album TOY, due out on January 17 via Domestic […]
‘Life for anyone can be a struggle at times’ explains Shane Embury, Napalm Death’s longest serving member and musician talking about his experimental electronic project and labour of love Dark Sky Burial. An honored veteran of heavy music, Shane, with his bands Napalm Death, Brujeria and Tronos among others feature Embury’s notable grinding bass signature […]
Words by Matt New Pix by Angie New Photography Good Things Festival once again delivered in 2024 with a strong line-up of eclectic alternative musical acts spanning a wide range of styles. One act that has long eluded Australian audiences is 311. The genre-bending quintet from Omaha, Nebraska, has become a unicorn for many Australian […]
Words and pix by Robert Forte Exodus’ single greatest accomplishment nearly fifty-years after their formation in the San Francisco Bay Area in the late 1970s may simply be that they’re actually still very much alive and kicking. On the surface the aforementioned statement may come across as somewhat of a knock, however, it’s much more […]
Words by Angela Croudace Out now Are you in the mood for some nostalgic Aussie alternative rock with a zesty metal twist? Look no further than Nonberk, the Brisbane-based band delivering just that. Sonically, bands like Silverchair come to mind when describing their sound, but it’s the unique elements and fresh twists that set Nonberk […]
Pix by Sarah Gilpin Words by Jimmy Glinster Local rock outfit The Poor sure know how to party, but always seem to save their best for hometown shows, of which tonight happens to be, coupled with an excuse to hold an end-of-year bash. First up is a new band called Derail. A new band that’s […]
When Matt Reeves’ film The Batman hit cinemas screens in 2022 not only were people impressed by the performance of Robert Pattinson as The Caped Crusader but they were also stunned by Colin Farrell portraying the villainous Oz (aka The Penguin) in such a way many thought he possibly should have had more success at […]
When Moana hit cinemas in 2016 neither Disney or the world knew what was about to hit them. Disney had an instant hit on their hands while children around the globe suddenly had a fan favourite family film. A film that you would have to say competes rather well alongside Frozen as perhaps the most […]
oday, the Golden Globes® announced that Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut will present the nominees for the 82nd Annual Golden Globes® on Monday, December 9, 2024, with all categories announced on CBSNews.com/GoldenGlobes and the CBS News Mobile App at 8:15 a.m. ET/5:15 a.m. PT and 10exclusive categories revealed beginning live at 8:30 a.m. ET/5:30 a.m. PT on “CBS Mornings” on CBS. The nominees will be highlighted ...
Whether it has become an annual pilgrimage or if you are seeing it for the first time, The Old Vic’s A Christmas Carol is an outstanding, heartfelt production. Each year, the starring role goes to a different actor. Now it is Erik Thompson who plays Ebenezer Scrooge with distinction. In the first Australian showing two […]
This week Tommy Dewey sat down with David Griffiths to talk about his role as the Beast in brand new film Your Monster which is in cinemas now. Take a listen to the interview right here:
Featuring Sacred Harp, otherwise known as shape-note or fasola, singing, The Hall is a moving and superbly executed offering. It involves a community choir delivering a capella in four-part harmony. The story concerns three members of a family. Tup (Natasha Herbert) has been diagnosed with Stage 4 frontotemporal dementia. She is incontinent and prone to […]
This week on HEAVY Entertainment we sat down for a chat with Matt Ryan who is heading to Melbourne for Oz Comic Con Xmas Edition. You can take a listen to the interview right here:
David Griffiths sits down for a chat with Zak Vasiliou who is one of the stars of The Three Little Pigs which is now on in Melbourne. Take a listen to the interview right here:
Poignant and compelling, the Australian premiere of six-time Tony Award winner Dear Evan Hansen – about a socially anxious 17-year-old – is a theatrical triumph. Steven Levenson (who received the gong for Best Book) has injected warmth and humour into the slice of life drama that makes for an enthralling narrative. Powerful and resounding music […]
Today, award-winning actress Kathy Bates received her 9th Golden Globe Nomination for her role as Madeline Matlock in CBS’ critically acclaimed drama series MATLOCK. Below, please find Kathy’s reaction to her nomination: Thank you to the Golden Globes for this lovely honor. Our entire cast and crew worked hard to make a great show…not just me. I’m deeply […]
Today, the Golden Globes® announced the nominees for the 82nd Annual Golden Globes®, which will air live on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m. ET on CBS and stream on Paramount+ in the U.S. (live and on-demand for Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers, or on-demand for Paramount+ Essential subscribers the day after the special […]