“It’s like spring cleaning for the soul.” With the recent release of their latest album Echo, California metal outfit Of Mice & Men also wrapped up a trilogy of releases that, if loosely described, is a three part story of loss, grief and recovery. Of course, as with all great bands and their music, there […]
“You always have the unstated goal of being as true to ourselves and trusting the creative process as much as we can.” Generally, when musicians from established bands announce a side project you can expect the music to be a little different to what they deliver in their main project, but not so different that […]
“I learned where we do best. We definitely do the best in Melbourne and Sydney.” Following the success of their most recent album Swan Song, US quartet The Plot In You have set their sights on Australia, with plans to bring the Swan Song tour to this country and New Zealand in September 2022. The […]
After recently being named a band you have to hear by Kerrang! Radio host Sophie K, Pennsylvania metalcore/hard rock quartet Execution Day have returned with a brand-new single called Cosumed. This time around, the band enlisted the vocal services of Dayseeker frontman Rory Rodriguez, who makes his appearance on the song’s bridge. ” The entire time we were writing this track, we knew it had a […]
January 14, 2022 will see Czech psy-core metal masters Dymytry release their sixth and first international studio album, Revolt, on German powerhouse label AFM Records. After well over one thousand concerts in their home country, five successful records to date and a platinum award for their latest release Revolter, Dymytry has opted for a step that is unusual in two respects: Revolt, […]
New Zealand hard rock outfit Checaine has released their storming new track Alchemy, and it’s a stone-cold killer! It is not hard to see that this band is going onto big things. We first heard about Checaine a few years back, and they were great then. This time round, they have honed their songwriting and […]
Toronto, Canada’s Thunderor (featuring members of Skull Fist, Operus, ex-Annihilator) will be releasing their debut album Fire It Up on Feb 25 via Boonsdale Records. The album is a fresh take on NWOTHM, with 80s synths, piano, and gong hits. The 80s-infused heavy metal is recommended for fans of Skull Fist, Saxon, and Judas Priest. Lyrically it’s an […]
Australia’s heavy bright lights In Hearts Wake have teamed up with Alpha Wolf for their new single Dogma. In Hearts Wake are also pleased to reveal that Dogma will feature on their forthcoming Kaliyuga Booster Pack release, out February 11, 2022 through UNFD. The deluxe edition to their acclaimed 2020 album Kaliyuga, the affectionately titled Kaliyuga Booster Pack will also feature further new songs and a variety of live tracks recorded […]
Melbourne rock machines Shake The Temple recently released their impressive self-titled debut album to an overwhelmingly positive response, with their blending of old school rock sensibilities dripping with a late 1970s and 80s vibe and modern hard rock striking a chord the world over. Featuring music that transcends over 40 years of rock music, the […]
Ryno Theron is a seasoned performer from Durban, South Africa. His solo sound started out as Instrumental Guitar Prog, but fast evolved into a heavy synthesis of chuggy riffs and strapping vocals. Ryno is also the guitarist and vocalist for acclaimed South African Thrashers Truth Decayed. Breathe It All Away is his latest single and unveils an intense […]
England’s up-and-coming modern metal act Cabin Boy Jumped Ship has announced their much awaited, sophomore full length album, entitled Sentiments, which is slated for a release on May 27, 2022 through German powerhouse label AFM Records. Following two EPs and their 2019-debut The Heartless -lauded by both fans and the international music press alike – Cabin Boy Jumped Ship burst […]
Gold Coast rock outfit Kobrakai close out 2021 with their desert rock laced with grunge single Glimpse. Offering a look into Kobrakai from a slightly different angle, Glimpse sees vocalist Cloudy experiment with smoother vocals while the music around him remains rooted firmly in heavier sludge territory. Once again teaming with producer Nik Carpenter from […]
Kill the Lights, which features former members of Bullet for My Valentine and Throw the Fight, released their debut album The Sinner, last year on Fearless Records. The band and record were lauded for “statement songs” (Distorted Sound) and for being “broad in scope and technically accomplished in its execution” (Sonic Perspectives). Last month, Kill the Lights returned to share the crushing and previously unreleased song from The Sinner sessions […]
Toxpack are an institution. For 20 years, the Berliners have blasted the purest streetcore out into the republic, playing countless shows from the most borderline hellhole to the country’s mightiest festival stages, from the toughest asphalt to high up in the charts. Two decades of pure dedication – doing their own thing, going their own path, […]
There have been quite a number of bands popping up over the course of the pandemic as people have found themselves with an abundance of time, and that is the story of Circa Arcana from Texas, USA. In the past year they have had their heads down, working away on their debut album Bridget Viginti, and now, those […]
New York City-based collective VRSTY (pronounced “Varsity“) have shared the new song Closer. The song will appear on VRSTY’s new album Welcome Home, out January 21 via Spinefarm. Pre-order it here. Please note the release date has changed. Closer is another banger from the band, with thunderous riffs led by Varela’s smooth, R&B-inspired vocal styles and unshakeable melodies. The song explores the notion of wanting to get to […]
They are one of the most passionate homages to classic hard rock that has stood out in recent years: Coreleoni, founded in 2018. In the centre of the formation literally beats the musical (lion-)heart of guitar icon and Gotthard founding member Leo Leoni. “I’m happy and honored to be a part of this new and exciting chapter! Thank you, Atomic […]
Imagine a rabid blend between the very early frenzy of System Of A Down, the heaviness of Slipknot and the explosive energy of Social Distortionin a Mexican setting and multiply it with ten, and you might come close to the insane intensity that is 8 Kalacas (spoken: Ocho Kalacas). Not so much an ordinary band than it is a tidal wave […]
Already a band who wilfully eschew traditional releases, Karnivool have released their new single All It Takes. Appearing unannounced this morning – Friday 10 December 2021 – All It Takes resets the cycle for Karnivool. The song is very much worth the wait. Originally conjured in their studio in Perth, All It Takes was re-worked […]
On November 26, the newest addition to the Hypocrisy catalogue Worship, was released via Nuclear Blast Records. That evening, the band presented their fans with a special listening session that featured a video of vinyl being sent up to the stratosphere. The journey was completed on a bespoke launch vehicle that carried and supported the record through the atmosphere. The craft was lifted by a large […]
Enslaved‘s new EP Caravans To The Outer Worlds was released unto the universe last month. It is a tale of departure, about leaving behind a barren and desolate world, travelling boldly into the future. It signaled the end of an era for the psychedelic Norwegians, hinting at new pastures. In celebration of the EP’s release, tied in with the upcoming […]
This past October metal legends Arch Enemy returned with their first new song in four years, Deceiver, Deceiver. Today the band has launched another standalone single, mixed and mastered by Jacob Hansen called House Of Mirrors. Check it out here https://archenemy.lnk.to/HouseOfMirrors-Single
Next January, an ancient demon will crawl straight outta hell to gain fresh life in new shapes… But: That infernal creature won’t come alone but will be accompanied by its bat-winged twin with a soul as black as the depths from which it emerged. Or, to make it a little more obvious: Austria’s Death Metal […]
Zeal & Ardor have premiered the official video for the recently released single Golden Liar. The epic, evocative track hit radio airwaves last week, promptly clinching BBC Radio 1’s sought after “Rockest Record” accolade. Manuel Gagneux says, “’Golden Liar’ is one of the tracks on this record I’m most proud of. Unlike singles released previously from the […]
Underoath has unveiled Numb, the latest single from the band’s upcoming album Voyeurist, out January 14 on Fearless Records. The new song builds on the wave of excitement created by the bands recent Digital Ghost livestream concert, which gave fans a taste of the stunning visuals and high octane live performance they can expect from the Voyeurist era of the group. You can read more […]
Back with a vengeance and hell-bent on destruction, Norwegian death metallers Cadaver are back in business and ready to reign. Edder & Bile, the first full length from this band’s new incarnation of Anders Odden’s original, extreme metal vision, was unleashed unto the world in November 2020 via Nuclear Blast Records. Today, the band releases the music video for Years Of Nothing which can be […]
Juno nominated singer/songwriter Lindsay Schoolcraft has been revealed as the guest lead vocalist for the upcoming album by Coldbound. Lindsay comments: “Thank you for welcoming me to the realm of Coldbound. I’ve so far had a wonderful experience being the guest lead vocalist on this double album. I very much look forward to its release […]
Sydney punk powerhouse Totally Unicorn have thrown on their hard pants (let’s face it, any pants at all are a win) and put their best foot forward to announce their third album, High Spirits//Low Life, out February 18 on Farmer & The Owl/BMG. They’ll also be celebrating the album release with a national tour beginning in March. New track Fri(ends) ft Frenzal Rhomb heart-throb, Jay […]
Pics by Rashid AlKamraikhi Words could not do justice to this gig which was held to raise money for Diskust guitarist Jayce Johansen who, as we all hopefully know by now, has a tumour on his brain that needs potentially life-saving surgery. If you weren’t there and still want to help, you can donate coin […]
Watch Willem Dafoe (Green Goblin), Alfred Molina (Doc Ock), and Jamie Foxx (Electro) discuss where their characters pick-up in Spider-Man: No Way Home in this new vignette. Don’t miss them exclusively in cinemas from December 16.
Better Noise Films’ upcoming horror-thriller feature THE RETALIATORShas been announced as part of this years Monster Fest taking place in Melboure during December. In THE RETALIATORS, an upstanding pastor uncovers a dark and twisted underworld as he searches for answers surrounding his daughter’s brutal murder. A high-octane original soundtrack and cameos from some of the biggest names […]
A brand new episode of The Popcorn Conspiracy has just dropped and this time Dave Griffiths and Kyle McGrath are taking a look at Red Notice. Take a listen to the episode right here:
Director/screenwriter Rhiannon Bannenberg this week spoke to HEAVY Cinema about her work on the brand new Netflix series Dive Club. Take a listen to the full interview right here:
There is always a funny reaction in film circles when you mention the name Wes Anderson. Either the person you are talking to will start to tell you that Anderson is a genius or they will nod and then say “yeah no thanks.” Yes like a lot of classic things Anderson is an acquired taste […]
In Operation Fortune: Ruse de guerre, super spy Orson Fortune (Jason Statham) must track down and stop the sale of a deadly new weapons technology wielded by billionaire arms brokerGreg Simmonds (Hugh Grant). Reluctantly teamed with some of the world’s best operatives(Aubrey Plaza ,Cary Elwes, Bugzy Malone), Fortune and his crew recruit Hollywood’s biggest movieStar […]
One quick glance at The Unforgivable and you could be forgiven for thinking that this is going to turn out to be some soppy, Hallmark-like film. But this is one film where appearances certainly don’t sum up what you are going to be in for when you sit down to watch the film. Directed by […]
Often when I talk to people about my passion for musicals they tell me the reason they don’t share that passion is because they find musicals old-fashioned and non-relatable. When they use that excuse to me in the future my response is going to be “have you seen Dear Evan Hansen?” If you want something […]
The film is described as a hilarious and big-hearted sci-fi action adventure about an exhausted Chinese American woman (Yeoh) who can’t seem to finish her taxes. EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE is directed by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert and stars Michael Yeoh, Stephanie Hsu, Ke Huy Quan, James Hong, Jenny Slate, Harry Shum Jr.and […]
Filmmaker and actress Dasha Nekrasova chats to HEAVY Cinema about her new film The Scary Of Sixty-First which is set to open in Australian cinemas on the 15th December. Take a listen to the full interview right here:
Actor Chris Levine this week sat down with HEAVY Cinema’s Dave Griffiths to talk about the transformation that he had to take to step up from being a dramatic actor to an action star in his new film The Handler. Take a listen to the full interview below:
The star of The Retaliators Michael Lombardi this week sat down for a chat with HEAVY Cinema’s Dave Griffiths. You can take a listen to the interview below and make sure you grab tickets from www.monsterfest.com.au because this is one film that you don’t want to miss.
Filmmaker Tim Connery chats to HEAVY Cinema about his new horror comedy Death To Metal which is out on streaming platforms now. You can listen to the full interview right here.
Screenwriter Marcos Gabriel chats to HEAVY Cinema about his latest film, The Old Ways, which is out on streaming platforms right now. Take a listen to the full interview below:
Documentary filmmaker Erik Swanson chats to HEAVY Cinema about his new film The Siege Of Fort William Henry. Take a listen to the full interview right here:
This week on HEAVY Cinema we spoke to actor Ezekial Simat about his leading role in new romantic comedy Sit. Stay. Love. You can listen to the full interview right here:
From visionary filmmaker Lana Wachowski comes “The Matrix Resurrections”, the long-awaited next chapter in the groundbreaking franchise that redefined a genre. The new film reunites original stars Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss in the iconic roles they made famous, Neo and Trinity. In “The Matrix Resurrections,” return to a world of two realities: one, everyday […]
