HEAVY Magazine #33 / READ. WATCH. LISTEN.

Hello and welcome to this week's HEAVY Magazine!

We don't know about you but we've had an absolute ripper! So much happening, so many great new releases coming and some super tours about to be announced--they will blow you away.

But, for now, gobble up this weeksĀ issue!

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The SCORPIONS ā€“ Klaus Meine Interview

This week many Australians were privileged to finally be able to see legendary Europe hit our stages for the first time and in just a few months, November to be precise, many of us will again get to see a classic rock band for the first time live. German hard rock outfit Scorpions need very … The post The SCORPIONS – Klaus Meine Interview appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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2018-05-24

What You need to Know About this Weekends ā€œHeavy AF Festā€ in Melbourne

We’re seeing some really promisingĀ “boutique” festivals popping up around Australia and HEAVY AF – Heavy Music Festival is on that’s got the metal beast in its belly! The festival has a mixed brew of genres, but it’s fucking good one. None of this pale ale shit here. Just well, tuned, tight and fat bands ready … The post What You need to Know About this Weekends “Heavy AF Fest” in Melbourne appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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2018-05-23

Joey Tempest of EUROPE talks with HEAVY TV

Joey Tempest of EUROPE talks with Rod Yates on HEAVY TV about his first ever Australian tour, their latest album “Walk the Earth”, recording, growing up in Sweden and more! SUBSCRIBE TO HEAVY YOUTUBE! TOUR DATES Wednesday, May 16: Concert Hall, Perth Friday, May 18: Thebarton Theatre, AdelaideĀ  Saturday, May 19: Palais Theatre, Melbourne Tuesday, … The post Joey Tempest of EUROPE talks with HEAVY TV appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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2018-05-23

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The SCORPIONS ā€“ Klaus Meine Interview

This week many Australians were privileged to finally be able to see legendary Europe hit our stages for the first time and in just a few months, November to be precise, many of us will again get to see a classic rock band for the first time live. German hard rock outfit Scorpions need very … The post The SCORPIONS – Klaus Meine Interview appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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2018-05-24  • Dave Griffiths

From The Mountains ā€“ RED BEE Interview

Out of the picturesque Blue Mountains we have been hearing some amazing sounds from alternative rockers Red Bee over the past few years. Red Bee have been a band on the rise since the release of their first album Ictus in 2012. Since then the band have made waves with another EP as well as … The post From The Mountains – RED BEE Interview appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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2018-05-23  • Dave Griffiths

Fighting the War with ESCAPE THE FATE

“For one it’s turning ten so we obviously wanna celebrate that, but it’s a really good opportunity for us,” beamed Craig Mabbitt, vocalist for Escape the Fate on the eve of their Australian tour where they will be playing This War is Ours in its entirety plus a selection of their greatest hits. “Funnily enough … The post Fighting the War with ESCAPE THE FATE appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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2018-05-23  • Kris Peters

Unlocking the Gates with MARTIN LARSSON

“We were mostly trying new things and keeping it coherent with our history and looking forward at the same time,” explained At the Gates‘ guitarist, Martin Larsson reflecting on their latest album To Drink From the Night Itself. “It was a major thing that Anders (Bjorler), one of the main songwriters, quit so I guess … The post Unlocking the Gates with MARTIN LARSSON appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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2018-05-23  • Kris Peters

The Art of Artificial Selection with DANCE GAVIN DANCE

Dance Gavin Dance are one of those bands that refuse to be pigeon-holed. Their sound is as eclectic and diverse as you could get within genres and as such is a delight to listen to. At times it feels as though two separate CD’s are overlapping at the same time, creating a whole new musical … The post The Art of Artificial Selection with DANCE GAVIN DANCE appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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2018-05-23  • Kris Peters

Stranger Fruit with ZEAL & ARDOR

“It’s kind of an expansion of the first album that probably nobody ever heard about or listened to,” offered Manuel Gagneux, a driving force behind the enigma that is Zeal & Ardor ahead of the release of his second album, Stranger Fruit. “I’m pretty fucken proud of it and I hope you enjoy it too.” … The post Stranger Fruit with ZEAL & ARDOR appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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2018-05-23  • Kris Peters

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FISH Announces The Digital Collection Plus UK and European Live Dates

Following the huge success last year of his 30th anniversary tour of the classic Marillion album Clutching At Straws, FISH is embarking on a massive UK and European headline tour starting in September 2018. In addition to performing Clutching At Straws live for the very last time, FISH will also be debuting brand new, never-before-heard … The post FISH Announces The Digital Collection Plus UK and European Live Dates appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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CLUTCH To Release New Album ā€œBook Of Bad Decisionsā€ September 7th 2018

Maryland rockersĀ CLUTCHĀ have announcedĀ Book Of Bad DecisionsĀ as the title of their new studio album.Ā Ā Book Of Bad Decisions, CLUTCHā€™s twelfthĀ studio album, is scheduled for a worldwide release on September 7th, 2018 via their ownĀ Weathermaker MusicĀ label. The album was recorded at Sputnik SoundĀ in Nashville, Tennessee by producerĀ Vance PowellĀ (Jack White,Ā Chris Stapleton,Ā The Raconteurs,Ā The Dead Weather) and consists of 15 new … The post CLUTCH To Release New Album ā€œBook Of Bad ...

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TYLER BRYANT & THE SHAKEDOWN Return To Europe For Summer 2018

Nashville rockers TYLER BRYANT & THE SHAKEDOWN will return to Europe for a run of shows in June and July.   Following a US tour with Blackberry Smoke, the quartet have confirmed a total of 23 appearances across 11 countries in support of their current self-titled album, out now via Snakefarm Records.   Kicking off … The post TYLER BRYANT & THE SHAKEDOWN Return To Europe For Summer 2018 appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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PARKWAY DRIVE Announce Australian Tour

The mighty Parkway Drive has announced a big Australian tour presented by Resist and Triple J in support of their sixth studio LP, ‘Reverence’.Ā Accompanying them on the seven-date run will be American metalcore giants Killswitch Engage and fellow countrymen Thy Art Is Murder. for what promises to be one of the heaviest and most insane … The post PARKWAY DRIVE Announce Australian Tour appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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Swedenā€™s DRAGONLAND Announce Australian Tour

The absolutely amazing Swedish Power Metallers DRAGONLAND is finally coming to Australia courtesy of STORMRIDER TOURING! Undeniably one of those bands that just stands out in the genre; true icons of power metal who boast 5 stunning albums over a 19-year career, this is indeed exciting for all! Australia will be treated to the stories … The post Sweden’s DRAGONLAND Announce Australian Tour appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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PSYCROPTIC Drop National Tour with ARCHSPIRE and HADAL MAW

Hailing from the tiny, frosty, untamed and detached Australian state that is Tasmania, Psycroptic have become an unparalleled act.Ā Since their formation in 1999, the band having released 6 critically acclaimed studio albums, all which show an organic progression along a clandestine path. Powering their way to the top of Australian metal scene in the early … The post PSYCROPTIC Drop National Tour with ARCHSPIRE and HADAL MAW appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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From The Mountains ā€“ RED BEE Interview

Out of the picturesque Blue Mountains we have been hearing some amazing sounds from alternative rockers Red Bee over the past few years. Red Bee have been a band on the rise since the release of their first album Ictus in 2012. Since then the band have made waves with another EP as well as … The post From The Mountains – RED BEE Interview appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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What You need to Know About this Weekends ā€œHeavy AF Festā€ in Melbourne

We’re seeing some really promisingĀ “boutique” festivals popping up around Australia and HEAVY AF – Heavy Music Festival is on that’s got the metal beast in its belly! The festival has a mixed brew of genres, but it’s fucking good one. None of this pale ale shit here. Just well, tuned, tight and fat bands ready … The post What You need to Know About this Weekends “Heavy AF Fest” in Melbourne appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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BLACK TUSK Reveal New Album Details

BLACK TUSKĀ are now streaming the first track taken from their new album, ‘TCBT’,Ā whichĀ has been slated for worldwide release on August 17th, 2018. BLACK TUSKĀ comment on the track: “Simply put, Agali means ‘to return.’Ā  WeĀ learned of the word from the band matesĀ of Victoria Scalisi, she passed away from cancer this year along with another of our … The post BLACK TUSK Reveal New Album Details appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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INDIAGO Show Some Gusto

South Australian rockersĀ IndiagoĀ have returned with their new singleĀ Gusto; aĀ warm blend of ambient guitarsĀ and huge sound to deliver aĀ breath of fresh, rocking air. Off the back of theirĀ independent releaseĀ Loose ChangeĀ last year, their new trackGustoĀ is aĀ testament to the complexity and diversityĀ of the young band’s songwriting. After heading back to their Adelaide Hills-based studio, managed byĀ new additionĀ to the … The post INDIAGO Show Some Gusto appeared first on HEAVY ...

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10. GAUGE Announce Debut EP Release RAINā€™S COMINā€™

Seeking to continue the broad-shouldered and durable sound of the late 1980’s & early 1990’s, sensational British hard rock quintet 10. GAUGE are poised to unleash their slick and heavy-set debut EP RAINā€™S COMIN’, due for public release on 18th June 2018.   Based on the outskirts of North London, 10. GAUGE mark the occasion … The post 10. GAUGE Announce Debut EP Release RAIN’S COMIN’ appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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TYLER BRYANT & THE SHAKEDOWN Return To Europe For Summer 2018

Nashville rockers TYLER BRYANT & THE SHAKEDOWN will return to Europe for a run of shows in June and July.   Following a US tour with Blackberry Smoke, the quartet have confirmed a total of 23 appearances across 11 countries in support of their current self-titled album, out now via Snakefarm Records.   Kicking off … The post TYLER BRYANT & THE SHAKEDOWN Return To Europe For Summer 2018 appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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SERENE Drop New Single and Lyric Video ā€œStay Awakeā€

Brisbane’s newest nu-metal outfit SERENE have released a new track into the world – a bone-achingly, hard-hitting track entitled ‘Stay Awake’. Offering a Post-Hardcore vibe infused with catchy melodies and brutal breakdowns, Serene blend beautifully constructed orchestral ambience with metal catharsis, creating an exciting yet dramatic sound that defines them.Ā Consisting of Vocalists Dan Turnock and … The post SERENE Drop New Single and Lyric Video “Stay ...

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KONTINUUM Release New Track

KONTINUUMĀ are revealing the second amazing song taken from their forthcoming new album, ‘No Need to Reason’, which will hit stores on July 6th, 2018. The Icelandic wave influenced ambient rockersĀ are now streaming “Two Moons” KONTINUUMĀ comment: “This song came to usĀ and from the start, it was quite vulnerable. It struck a nerve with us. We tried … The post KONTINUUM Release New Track appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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AURA NOIR Announce Australian Tour

The legends of Blackened-Thrash,Ā Aura Noir,Ā have announced their Australian tour!Ā For the first time ever in the land of down under,Ā The Ugliest Band in The World will be laying waste to all in their path over 3 days in July. The band will kick-off theirĀ tourĀ @ Bald Faced Stag, Sydney, on July 5! The thrash Wizards are finally … The post AURA NOIR Announce Australian Tour appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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ISKALD Announce New Album

After four years of silence, the Arctic black-metallersĀ IskaldĀ finally return to the battlefield with more fierce and power than ever before!Ā IskaldĀ will release their fifth studio album titledĀ “InnhĆøstinga”Ā (Norwegian: ā€˜the Harvestā€™) on August 31! Itā€™s time to harvest all your crops and embark towards the oncoming storm which unfolds with ā€˜InnhĆøstingaā€™. With this album,Ā IskaldĀ continues their art of cold, … The post ISKALD Announce New Album appeared first on HEAVY Music ...

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MONSTERFEST Presents BOAR National Screenings

MONSTER FESTĀ in association with Universal Pictures Home Entertainment Australia presentsĀ BOARĀ nationwideĀ screenings on Sunday June 17th 9pm. Carved from the darkest recesses of Chris Sunā€™s twisted imagination,Ā BOAR isĀ an outback horror about a giant, brutal and blood crazed pig. Starring international genre legend Bill Moseley (THE DEVILā€™S REJECTS) andĀ a veritable whoā€™s who of Australian cinema, including the likes … The post MONSTERFEST Presents BOAR National Screenings appeared ...

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THE POPCORN CONSPIRACY ā€“ Episode 5

On this episode ofĀ The Popcorn ConspiracyĀ Dave GĀ andĀ Kyle McGrathĀ go deep into Marvel territory taking a look at bothĀ Avengers: Infinity WarĀ andĀ Deadpool 2. Listen to the full episode right here.   The post THE POPCORN CONSPIRACY – Episode 5 appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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THE OTHERY GUY To Get American Release

Stan announced today that Entertainment One (eOne) has licensed the Stan Original SeriesĀ THE OTHER GUYĀ to Hulu in the US and Super Channel in Canada. An Aquarius Films and Entertainment One TV Australia production, the 6 x half-hour comedy drama series created by and starring leading Australian comedian Matt Okine, received production investment funding from Screen … The post THE OTHERY GUY To Get American Release appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: FALLOUT Character Posters Revealed

The brand new character posters for Mission Impossible: Fallout have just been released The best intentions often come back to haunt you.Ā MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE – FALLOUT finds Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise) and his IMF team (Alec Baldwin, Simon Pegg, Ving Rhames) along with some familiar allies (Rebecca Ferguson, Michelle Monaghan) in a race against time after … The post MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: FALLOUT Character Posters Revealed appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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Go Full 360 With MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: FALLOUT

We give you a full 360 degree view with these amazing GIFs forĀ Mission Impossible: Fallout The best intentions often come back to haunt you.Ā MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE – FALLOUT finds Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise) and his IMF team (Alec Baldwin, Simon Pegg, Ving Rhames) along with some familiar allies (Rebecca Ferguson, Michelle Monaghan) in a race against … The post Go Full 360 With MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: FALLOUT appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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LILLYE ā€˜Evolveā€™

Australia has produced many great female fronted hard rock bands over the years ā€“ bands like The Superjesus, DEF FX and Beki + The Bullets spring straight to mind but now comes a band that has the potential to bigger and better than anything that has come before them. Lillyeā€™s Evolve album is not just … The post LILLYE ‘Evolve’ appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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Dave Griffiths

ZEAL AND ARDOR ā€˜Stranger Fruitā€™

Out of the blue, (or is that black?) came forth Zeal And Ardor a couple of short years ago, an act that is sure to leave one scratching their head in wonderment. Created by Manuel Gagneux when taunted by 4chan website posters who suggested to him that he combine Black Metal and ā€˜niggerā€™ (sic) music. … The post ZEAL AND ARDOR ‘Stranger Fruit’ appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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John Raptis

RYDERS CREED ā€˜Ryders Creedā€™

With staunch backing from Hard Rock Hell ā€“ having won HRH’s battle-of-the-bands alike Highway To Hell competition 4 months into their bandship, and obtaining a record deal from HRH-affiliated record label Off Yer Rocka Recordings in the process ā€“ Ryders Creed are very much the cats who got the hard-earned cream. As we’re slowly watching … The post RYDERS CREED ‘Ryders Creed’ appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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Jeni Lambert

GRAVEYARD ā€˜Peaceā€

After announcing their break-up in December 2016, Swedish hard rockers Graveyard are back with studio album number five, Peace, through Nuclear Blast Records. Those familiar with Graveyard would be aware that the band consists of an adept group of musicians who arenā€™t afraid of experimentation. While the album is far from being left field, what … The post GRAVEYARD ‘Peace” appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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Greg Smith

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MELTDOWN FESTIVAL at The Bald Faced Stag, Sydney on 19/5/18

Photography byĀ RobEllis Photography The post MELTDOWN FESTIVAL at The Bald Faced Stag, Sydney on 19/5/18 appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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SILVERSTEIN and Comeback Kid at Manning Bar, Sydney on 18/5/18

Photography byĀ RobEllis Photography The post SILVERSTEIN and Comeback Kid at Manning Bar, Sydney on 18/5/18 appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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EUROPE at The Palais Theatre, Melbourne on 19/05/18

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NICKELBACK and SEETHER at The O2 Arena, London on 11/05/18

Thereā€™s something pretty magical about The O2 Arena in London. Perhaps itā€™s something to do with the music history thatā€™s being continually conjured within it, it’s coating in new millennium magic or its general gargantuan architecture that contains a veritable wonderland inside. Either way, the musical events it holds rarely fail to steal the breath … The post NICKELBACK and SEETHER at The O2 Arena, London on 11/05/18 appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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Jeni Lambert

CAROLINA REBELLION 2018 at Charlotte Motor Speedway, Concord NC on 4-6/5/18

The first weekend of May brought over 100,000 fans out to the Monster Energy Carolina Rebellion 2018. With over 60 bands, there was music for everyone which made for a fantastic festival weekend. Kicking off the hot Friday in Charlotte NC was Avatar. Their exciting and theatrical performance was not only an exciting way to … The post CAROLINA REBELLION 2018 at Charlotte Motor Speedway, Concord NC on 4-6/5/18 appeared first on HEAVY Music & Film Magazine.

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Alexia Blue

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Circa Survive in Hindmarsh on 24/05/18

Pain in Adelaide on 24/05/18

Seether in Melbourne on 25/05/18

Lillye in Canbera on 25/05/18

Circa Survive in Richmond on 25/05/18

Pain in Melbourne on 25/05/18

Steven Adler in Melbourne on 25/05/18

Conform in West Footscray, Melbourne on 25/05/18

Seether in Eatons Hill, Brisbane on 26/05/18

Lillye in Sydney on 26/05/18

Circa Survive in Sydney on 26/05/18

Pain in Leichhardt on 26/05/18

Steven Adler in Sydney on 26/05/18

Conform in Melbourne on 26/05/18

Pain in Brisbane on 27/05/18

Steven Adler in Darwin on 27/05/18

Circa Survive in Brisbane on 28/05/18

Circa Survive in Perth on 30/05/18

Cam Bird in Melbourne on 01/06/18

Lagerstein in Canbera on 07/06/18

Lagerstein in Newcastle on 08/06/18

Lagerstein in Sydney on 09/06/18

Lagerstein in Sydney on 10/06/18

Lagerstein in Ballarat on 13/06/18

Lagerstein in Warrnambool on 14/06/18

Lagerstein in Fitzroy on 15/06/18

Lagerstein in Adelaide on 16/06/18

Lagerstein in Miami on 21/06/18

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