Brisbane heavy outfit Massic decimated the eardrums of the nation with their 2018 debut album Redshift, a sweltering melting pot of hardcore and groove that was backed up by a ferociously addictive live show. Then, as happened the world over, the band hit a stumbling block in the form of a virus that stopped the […]
With two shows down and only one remaining at Festival Hall in Melbourne this Saturday, May 7, it’s fair to make an early call and declare the first year of Uncaged Festival to be a resounding success. Carting an all Aussie line-up from Sydney to Brisbane and now Melbourne, Uncaged has truly been a diverse […]
Californian melodic hardcore outfit Being As An Ocean this year celebrate the tenth year of their debut album Dear – D… It is an album that saw the band change their musical style drastically from their initial extreme metal sound to a more accessible form of metal that has since seen Being As An Ocean […]
Canadian punk outfit Silverstein return today with their tenth studio album Misery Made Me, a collection of songs that dares the inner punk to not come out to play. Over a career spanning more than two decades, Silverstein have been the voice for disenfranchised youth the world over, with their steadfast approach to music and […]
Minds? End have suffered more than their fair share of hardships over the last 18 months. Firstly, it was COVID, then came the flooding in their home of Northern New South Wales. While they weren’t alone in these setbacks they were certainly hit harder than many, but through it all have managed to come out […]
Interview by CJ Nash from Local Band Smokeout New Zealand experimental metal outfit Kaosis are crossing the waters back to Australia this June for a series of showcase events alongside some of this countries best and most promising acts. One of these shows is Gold Coast Carnage Fest, to be held at Mo’s Desert Clubhouse […]
Wallapalooza 2022 is set to bring you the best of Australian live music this Saturday, May 7, at the Mudgeeraba Showgrounds. Featuring Grinspoon, The Butterfly Effect, British India, Bodyjar, Cosmic Psychos, 28 Days, The Poor and more, Wallapalooza has had a tortured run to the finish line but is now set to go ahead all […]
Following on from the fury of Breakdown, one of New Zealand’s finest rock exports, Ekko Park, are back with their second single for 2022 in the shape of Violent Silent. With its 90s inspired feels courtesy of an instantly catchy chorus, familiar indie guitar lines and big drums, Violent Silent is 2 minutes and 47 seconds of pure radio […]
Sydney rock outfit Avalanche have recently releases their fiery new single Bottle Of Sin and want everyone to join them in celebrating the track with a special launch party at Sydney’s Factory Floor (The Factory Theatre) in Marrickville on May 27. Joining Avalanche will be Starcrazy, Screaming Eagle and Helle for a wild night of […]
After decimating crowds in Sydney and Brisbane a couple of weeks ago, Uncaged Festival winds up a successful debut run with a show at Melbourne’s Festival Hall this Saturday, May 7. Featuring Wolfmother, Shihad, You Am I, 28 Days, Bodyjar, 12 Foot Ninja, Killing Heidi and more, Uncaged brings together a diverse range of music, […]
The next installment of the Valtosesh is a comin’! But, without Valtozash… What?! How is this possible?! Who’s playing?! Why am I here?! Why do we exist?! All these questions and more will be answered… right now. Mostly. Valtosesh Pt.3 is going to be a mind melter. Therein will be back in full band glory, […]
R. Hunter has been recording and producing sound-design for over two decades. Commenting on the specifics of the creation process of the upcoming album, cold moon/worm moon, which is out June 14, Hunter explains: “I often start with what I consider a strong cornerstone. This could be an interesting melody, a unique sound, or maybe […]
Indiana death/thrash band DEMIRICOUS have unleashed their song Smoke Chaser. The track is taken from their highly anticipated album III: Chaotic Lethal, which is out on May 13, 2022 “From a writing standpoint, we took a bit of a different approach on this one,” the band said. “With the chorus, we wanted to open it up with […]
SUPERHEIST have finally announced that their long awaited sixth studio album MMXX is due for release on July 1 this year through Black Mountain Music/ MGM. The 12 track opus is said to be a big step up from their last few offerings. With a movie style trailer of thealbum songs dropped on Facebook last […]
New Zealand hard rock machine Devilskin have only two shows left of their Red Tour, and if you are lucky enough to live in either Perth or Melbourne, do yourself a favour and grab yourself a ticket to one of the shows. Supported by Polynesian metal sensations Shepherd’s Reign, Devilskin have wowed audiences in Sydney, […]
Sydney-based metalcore group Synge have today returned with a colossal new cut Soma which was produced and mixed by Mark Williamson (Inertia, Far Away Stables, A Swift Farewell). Soma is a lethal explosion of angst and ferocity, piloted by thunderous vocals and vehement instrumentation. Intricate technicalities riddle the arrangement with flexibility and zeal, as clean melodies provide temporary relief during the ominous […]
Australian hard rockers Burn The Highway drop their debut full-length album Weapon X on May 14 to all digital platforms. The band has already released an EP and videos which can be viewed on their YouTube channel. Below attached is the video for Hitman, which was written, recorded and produced by Kristian Capuozzolo and Rob Favotto at Hollywood […]
Emerging Australian hard rock outfit The Dreadful Tides‘ newest single N.I.B is a throwback to yesteryear, delivering a fresh version with an understanding of what makes a classic track last the test of time. At 3 minutes and 53 seconds – almost half the length of the original – N.I.B starts off slow and fills […]
First featured on their successful 2018 studio album The Sacrament Of Sin, POWERWOLF have now revealed the haunting live action version of Venom Of Venus and its exciting video clip, both cut from THE MONUMENTAL MASS – A CINEMATIC METAL EVENT – a movie like live spectacle available via DVD, BluRay and many other physical formats on July 8, 2022. […]
SUMO CYCO havejust dropped a brand new, high-voltage music video for their deliciously chaotic Initiation track Cyclone. Experience the unique, trademark sound of SUMO CYCO alongside a visual showcasing the band energetically performing as frontwoman Skye “Sever” Sweetnam finds herself in a stormy predicament. Plus, as a special treat for fans, SUMO CYCO and Napalm Records are discounting both the regular digital and digital […]
It´s “P.A.R.T.Y.” time! Grab a drink and come on board, because the infamous and boisterous pirate metal gang, ALESTORM, have released the second single from their upcoming full-length album, Seventh Rum of a Seventh Rum –the ultimate pirate-party-hymn, P.A.R.T.Y. The energetic track is quite possibly the band’s catchiest offering to date – chock full of […]
Barcelona’s Syberia have released their instrumental post-metal opus today via Blacklight Media Records. Statement on Death covers a lot of musical ground, but never once do they lose the attention of the listener, taking them through numerous textured sonic peaks and valleys in beautiful style. “On each album we try not to repeat ourselves and […]
Never a band interested in repeating themselves, WAKE has evolved with every release. 2020’s Devouring Ruin made this clearer than ever, hammering the point home with the Confluence EP in the same year, and now they return with Thought Form Descent – their most dynamic, diverse and emotional release to date. “I’d describe the record […]
On August 6, 2021, three-time Grammy-nominated hard rock heavyweights and platinum-selling band Killswitch Engage unleashed a streaming event that took fans by storm. The event took place at The Palladium in Worcester in the band’s native Massachusetts, which has been the site of many iconic KsE shows throughout the band’s history. The performance setlist consists of 2019’s Atonement in full, […]
The latest single Forget You out today from Melbourne rockers Slowly Slowly brings an unforgettably upbeat moment in time as the group fuse pop-ready melodics with sharp introspection. A speedy follow up from the band’s recent stripped-back alternate version of their track Nothing On, Forget You brings back the bounce alongside nimble hooks, bright tones and percolating beats. An instant indie rock […]
Australian four-piece rock band The Faim has just announced their sophomore album Talk Talk which is due out on Friday, July 8 via BMG. The album follows the band’s 2019 debut State Of Mind, which Live Nation’s Ones to Watch called “the first chapter in what is bound to be a grand story of one of alternative rock’s greatest bands”. You can Pre-Order Talk […]
Muzzlemouth was formed in a garage in the hilltops of the Northern Rivers, NSW in 2019. This 3 piece garage rock/punk band is a reminder that coastal chill is NOT where it’s at. A wall of sound weaved in with melodic tunes and a dirty guitar will leave you with no choice but to let […]
Earlier this year, BATTLE BEAST unleashed their brand- new masterpiece Circus of Doom, via Nuclear Blast. In true BATTLE BEAST fashion, the 10 tracks blend old school heavy metal with pop and rock-vibes, paired with Noora Louhimo’s unique voice. The band have now released a special bonus version of Circus of Doom that contains two additional songs – the recently released single The Lightbringer, and […]
New Arising Empire act FLOYA have shared the video for sophomore single The Hymn. After the release of the hopeful and dance-inducing single Wonders, FLOYA are shaking things up with The Hymn. This time, the duo lean into fast-paced rock, while still managing to maintain their unique art-pop influence. The Hymn scoops you up and takes you on an emotional rollercoaster ride through FLOYA’s dreamscape. “The […]
After playing alongside some of the most exciting names in rock including Whitesnake, Judas Priest, Alice Cooper, Deep Purple and Glenn Hughes, Melbourne’s Electric Mary are headlining Mo’s Desert Clubhouse this Friday, May 6. After being together for almost 20 years, the band still proudly bring an authentic experience, with their heart set on delivering “rock’n’roll […]
Long Island, NY hardcore heavyweights Stray From The Path are back, and they’ve announced their new album, Euthanasia. Due out September 9 via UNFD, Euthanasia is the darkest and heaviest work of the band’s career, drawing on challenging circumstances to create a record that pulls no punches sonically or lyrically. To mark the announcement, Stray From The Path have shared their vicious new single, III. […]
Dance Gavin Dance have just dropped Pop Off!, the second new track from the bands recently announced new album, Jackpot Juicer, which will be released on July 29 via Rise Records. Pop Off! is accompanied by a brand new music video which picks up where the video for previous single, Synergy feat Rob Damiani, leaves off. […]
Frankie’s Pizza is absolutely thrilled to finally present the alternative icons, CALIGULA, to the Hunter Street stage on May 28. From the legendary early 90s Mosman High scene, Caligula have inspired with balls out goth-groove for decades strong. Expect an epic lineup, free entry from early, and a party like no other til’ late. Doors 4pmMilo […]
After a number of successful singles and years of anticipation, the debut album from New South Wales based indie punk band Raised As Wolves arrives through Resist Records on vinyl and digitally June 10, 2022. The rapidly growing band have released a string of successful jangly, guitar driven singles over the past few years leading […]
The wait is finally over! Satanic Slumber Party, the raucous collaborative EP by Tropical Fuck Storm and King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard, is getting a worldwide physical release! Satanic Slumber Party will appear as a Pink single-sided 12” with silkscreened art by Deerhoof’s Satomi Matsuzaki on Friday, October 21 via Joyful Noise Recordings. The video for the track, “Satanic Slumber Party Part […]
Today, legendary Melbourne punk rock band Bodyjar announce the New Rituals Tour. Bodyjar will be heading out on the road in support of their latest album New Rituals. Special guests will be Aboriginal lead indie punk band Chasing Ghosts, while opening up will be punk rock newcomers Lola. Full details below. For nearly 30 years now, Bodyjar have built their local & international following with relentless touring and […]
New Zealand’s female-fronted hellraisers, Mojo Alice potent combination of stomp rock and blues is back in fine form on new single Sad Face. Check it out for yourself below. The band’s vocalist, Jem Tupe comments; “Sad Face is like a ‘lyrical caricature’ about what one hears when living with mental health issues, such as depression. There is an almost […]
Los Angeles’ ground-breaking rap/hardcore pioneers, DOWNSET., will make their long-awaited return this spring for the release of their first album in 8 years, Maintain, that’s due out June 10 from Nuclear Blast. On their 6th album, the band draws inspiration from their early hardcore and hip-hop roots while reigniting their passion for the streets and fury for the current societal and political […]
Positioned at the top of the scene for over 25 years with their prog-infused dark melodic metal mastery, worldwide chart-toppers EVERGREY – led by frontman Tom S. Englund – traverse new horizons with their new album, A Heartless Portrait (The Orphean Testament), out May 20, 2022 via Napalm Records. Today, after unveiling pounding album opener […]
SLASH FT. MYLES KENNEDY & THE CONSPIRATORS, (SMKC) recently wrapped their nationwide The River Is Rising U.S. tour with sold-out shows in support of their acclaimed new album 4–available everywhere now via Gibson Records/BMG, HERE. Today, the group has unleashed the official video for their second single, April Fool, watch and share the link to the performance video shot live throughout SMKC’s sold out spring tour below.
Out Now Housecore Records / Dead Set Records Words by Jimmy Glinster What better a way to kick off my Sunday morning then to review a split EP by two Aussie bands that tend not to fuck around with their songwriting furiosity and intensity. And luckily so, because I’ve got a baby shower and a […]
Out Now Mongrel Records Words by Jimmy Glinster Fuzzy-gish, Foo-Zee-Gish, Foo-Zy-Gysh? I have no idea how to say this band’s name, but that probably doesn’t matter. What matters is the music, or so they lead us to believe. And when a self-proclaimed “iconic” band releases a self-titled after 25 years in the game, you’d like […]
Pix by Kaotic Images *cover photo is from file footage, not this performance* After being briefly married to a Kiwi possibly my last idea of a great night out is going to see two bands from that geographical region. But that’s a story for another day… Today we shall talk about the early shots fired […]
By Will Oakeshott Pix by Samuel Phillips Photography The exact design of “shift-work” does not have an official beginning date; the notion can be traced back centuries to when “lookouts” were required to work throughout the night for the safety of the people within a diverse range of confines. However, the invention of the light […]
Pix by Squirty G Words by Suzie Q Music festivals are back kiddies, and back with a vengeance! Last weekend Brisbane’s Eatons Hill Hotel played host to two separate festivals over consecutive days, with Full Tilt on the Saturday and Uncaged on Sunday. As much as I would have loved to have gone to both, […]
Words by Matt New Pix by Angela New Brisbane’s very own Caligula’s Horse have played a very patient hand, waiting almost three long years to reconnect with their fans to showcase their latest offering Rise Radiant. Joining them for the much anticipated tour were Central Coast natives Reliqa and Acolyte from Melbourne. The Sydney show […]
Filmmaker Jane Castle chats to us about her new film When The Camera Stopped Rolling which chronicles the career of her mother, Lilias Fraser, a filmmaker who was a pioneer in the Australian film industry. Take a listen to the full interview right here:
Filmmaker Celina Stang chats to HEAVY Cinema about her brand new film Mother Mountain which is released in cinemas today. Take a listen to the full interview right here:
There seems to be an element creeping through Hollywood where some filmmakers seem to think that a film needs a ‘weird’ element to try and set it apart from other films that are currently in cinemas. We saw it earlier this year with the film C’mon, C’mon where the filmmakers thought that filming it in […]
Last week we spoke to Audrey Diwan about her new film Happening. This week we take a look at the film itself. Take a listen to Dave’s review right here:
Sometimes when a perfect cast comes together the result is pure magic. That is certainly the case with brand new action comedy The Lost City that brings together a group of Hollywood A-Listers for a film that is one of the biggest surprises of 2022. Like horror-comedy the action-comedy genre is one of the hardest […]
A new trailer and poster are now available for Marvel Studios’ “Thor: Love and Thunder,” offering long-awaited clues to what’s in store for the God of Thunder. The film finds Thor (Chris Hemsworth) on a journey unlike anything he’s ever faced – a quest for inner peace. But his retirement is interrupted by a galactic killer known as […]
Today, to celebrate Star Wars Day, Disney+ released a brand-new trailer and key art for “Obi-Wan Kenobi,” offering a riveting look at the highly anticipated limited series. “Obi-Wan Kenobi” will premiere exclusively on Disney+ on Friday, May 27, with the first two episodes. Following the premiere, the series will stream weekly on Wednesdays, until the […]
Emma Waters is the front-woman of post-punk band Ewah & The Vision Of Paradise. Recently the band put together a brand new film – titled Finding Paradise – and this week Emma spoke to us all about it.
If there is ever an actor that deserves to play himself in a film it is certainly Nicolas Cage. Cage has unfairly been made the subject of some pretty unfair jokes over the years. Unfair because unlike many other actors out there Cage has always been an actor that has been willing to ‘experiment’ with […]
Starring Tom Cruise, Miles Teller, Jennifer Connelly, Jon Hamm, Glen Powell, Lewis Pullman, Charles Parnell, Bashir Salahuddin, Monica Barbaro, Jay Ellis, Danny Ramirez, Greg Tarzan Davis with Ed Harris and Val Kilmer and directed by Joseph Kosinski Top Gun: Maverick will hit cinemas on May 26th. Today we take you behind the scenes with this […]
