“It’s great because we have an opportunity to be able to play in front of a lot of people that normally would not see us, and some maybe never heard of us or for whatever reason never saw us…” From Release: Exactly two years since their last visit, Suicidal Tendencies return in late 2025 with a series of firsts, which […]

We are about to witness three decades of an uncompromising artistic vision condensed into one spectacularly vicious evening of apocalyptic heresy. A blistering live experience that blends unrelenting ferocity, theatrical grandeur and their signature blackened death metal sound as BEHEMOTH perform tracks from their storied discography alongside new material. Straddling the line between the sacred and profane, Behemoth has risen to become extreme metal’s […]

“We are in a chapter for this band that is in our minds is unheard of to be doing what we’re doing now and I think we’re truly if not already we’re very much on the cusp of this being bigger even than Ocean Avenue was…” From Release: ‘Better Days’ is the band’s first full feature length album in almost […]

KT Tunstall will return to Australia and New Zealand in May 2026 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of her groundbreaking multi-million-selling debut album, “Eye To The Telescope“. These exclusive shows will see KT perform the 5 x times platinum album in its entirety, offering fans a once in a lifetime experience to relive the magic of a defining era. KT recently […]

On the heels of the excitement from the recent announcements of their upcoming eighth studio album and their Blackbird festival in Wales next year, acclaimed rockers ALTER BRIDGE are releasing the first piece of music in over two years, “Silent Divide.” The track from the quartet, comprised of Myles Kennedy on vocals/guitars, Mark Tremonti on guitars/vocals, Brian Marshall on bass and Scott Phillips on drums, […]

I’ve been looking forward to this show for quite some time, as in 2023 after seeing Don Broco live for the first time they immediately became one of my favourite live bands, so tonight they’re back and I can’t wait. Future Static opened the show and with some good stage presence, big vocals, and big guitars they delivered a set […]

Wheatus will return to Australia and make their long awaited live debut in New Zealand on an epic run of shows through January 2026 performing their iconic self titled album IN FULL! It has been 25 years since the release of the album and its timeless smash hit, Teenage Dirtbag, yet somehow the song is arguably the biggest it has ever been. You definitely know THAT song, but for those needing a reminder […]

“CKY delivered the true grit, heart, and soul of live rock n’ roll and conquered this venue with a unrelenting barrage of harmony and groove. Believe me, if one attends a CKY show, be prepared for an onslaught of pure unabashed fun that needs to be experienced in a live setting” – The Pop Break “CKY isn’t a band who have […]

Complicated. Genius. Iconic. There is only one Kim Dracula. From humble beginnings in our own Apple Isle to recognition as a bona fide international superstar collaborating with the likes of Korn’s Jonathan Davis to Tech N9ne, SeeYouSpaceCowboy and In This Moment; Kim Dracula’s journey is the stuff of legends. Hard work and sacrifice is a given, but at the end it is […]

FINGER ELEVEN, one of the best-selling Canadian bands of all time, are experiencing a vibrant, full circle moment. The multi-platinum Juno Award-winning group just criss-crossed America with long-time former labelmates Creed, revisiting the summer of ’99. “People were just smiling the whole time, it was contagious,” That infectious, invigorating energy helped FINGER ELEVEN enthusiastically complete their first new studio album in a decade, LAST NIGHT ON […]

“It was like a much-needed break to spend time with our family and friends, and have a bit of downtime really. It took us a few months to settle in to let’s start thinking about the next project…” From Release: When they were last here, Don Broco promised the fans they would repay their patience with their long absences and […]

*Box set includes exclusive new artwork and unseen imagery collected from the band’s personal archives. *59 recordings including Slipknot’s legendary Indigo Ranch demos / mixes, live versions and other rarities – 40 of them unreleased – across 6 colour LPs *9 new Slipknot collectors photo cards SLIPKNOT announce Slipknot (25th Anniversary Edition) – a deluxe reissue celebrating the release of their […]

With more than two decades performing together, acclaimed rockers ALTER BRIDGE show no signs of slowing down. Known for their memorable riffs, infectious vocal melodies and dueling guitar attack, the quartet comprised of Myles Kennedy on vocals/guitars, Mark Tremonti on guitars/vocals, Brian Marshall on bass and Scott Phillips on drums have garnered themselves massive critical and fan acclaim around the globe. The […]

Exactly two years since their last visit, Suicidal Tendencies return in late 2025 with a series of firsts, which is not something often associated with a band well into their fifth decade! ST will be in Australia as special guests on the monstrous Metallica M72 tour along with Evanescence. However, not being people to sit on their hands, the Suicidal crew will be filling their ‘off’ days […]

Rock stars in their homeland of Finland since their first album, Peep, went Gold when they were just 16 years old, The Rasmus have built a legacy that stretches across 11 albums. The fact their have never set foot in Australia has not been lost on them or their fans. It is something that will be remedied in a few months. The best […]

“It was a sea of lost phones, crowd surfing, circle pits and items of clothing being swung like propellers — and you won’t catch one person complaining. They left everything out there and it felt like we’d all climbed a mountain together. And it was glorious – glorious, glorious carnage!” TheManc.com “A better live show you will not see anywhere. It was fun, […]

Renowned for their explosive blend of rock ‘n’ roll, Irish folk and American gospel, Ireland’s legendary Hothouse Flowers, are set to return to Australia for the first time in 20 long years for a highly anticipated tour in February 2026.  The Dubliner’s passionate fusion of rock, folk and gospel has captivated audiences worldwide for the last four decades. From their humble street […]

Melbourne vocalist, Karly Jewell has released her second full length album, There’s A Jewell In Town! One of Melbourne’s most powerful rock voices, Karly is captivating audiences globally with her dynamic sound and heartfelt performances. Her musical journey began at age five, inspired by her late grandfather, Tony Jewell, an acclaimed country singer-songwriter known for his work with Slim Dusty. Her versatility across genres […]

Alt rock favourites Yellowcard are celebrating the announcement of their new album  Better Days by releasing the lead single and title track “Better Days” along with album track “honestly i.” Better Days is the band’s first full feature length album in almost a decade and will be available on October 10. This highly anticipated album is produced as well as executive produced by Travis Barker. […]

GRAMMY® Award-nominated songwriter, vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Wolfgang Van Halen is back with the latest single from the band he masterminds, Mammoth. “The End” is an adrenaline-driven rocker that kicks off with a signature lead guitar riff that has become a fan-favorite element in Wolfgang’s music. The anthemic build of the intro gives way to the driving verse melody with […]

“I got to the point of just like ok I’ve healed, and I thought about it and now it’s time to move forward…” From Release: Burton C. Bell, the iconic voice that defined futuristic anxiety, existential desperation, and steadfast resistance across the industrial metal world, is set to captivate Australian audiences this June 2025 with a special run of intimate […]

One of the most exciting and boundary pushing acts in the world of heavy music, Washington D.C.’s Animals As Leaders will return to Australia for a full national tour this September, celebrating their groundbreaking album, The Joy of Motion. In 2014, The Joy of Motion redefined progressive metal with its masterful blend of technical precision and emotional depth. Tracks like album opener, Kascade and The Woven Web have clocked […]

Finnish 6x Platinum and 8x Gold-certified, record-breaking rock outfit The Rasmus are back with their electrifying new single, “Creatures of Chaos,” released today on all digital outlets via Better Noise Music and Playground Music. Listen here https://rasmus.ffm.to/creaturesofchaos  With their signature blend of dark atmospheres and anthemic melodies, the band once again proves why they remain a force to be reckoned with in […]

Randy Rhoads. The guitar players player. The one man who encapsulates the late 70s and early 80’s guitar driven rock and metal more than anyone else. The virtuoso guitarist who co-founded Quiet Riot and propelled Ozzy Osbourne‘s solo career with Blizzard of Ozz (1980) and Diary of a Madman (1981), remains one of heavy metal’s most important figures. Before his untimely death in 1982 at just […]

Acclaimed musical innovator and six-time Grammy nominee, Steven Wilson, will bring his highly anticipated The Overview Tour to Australia this November. His arrival in Australia will follow a massive run of UK, European and American dates and celebrates the release of his eighth solo album, The Overview, out March 14 via Fiction Records. Experience The Overview https://stevenwilson.lnk.to/Overview Australian fans can expect a captivating […]

Feeder delivered two monster albums in a row 2001’s Echo Park and 2002’s Comfort In Sound establishing themselves as one of the UK’s biggest and most loved bands. But that was merely the beginning. While most of their peers faded away, Feeder cemented their place as one of the most enduring artists in modern rock with multiple number 1 albums in the UK charts, 20 […]

Multi-platinum rock band, Disturbed, have released the 25th anniversary edition of The Sickness, their seminal debut album which launched the band into public consciousness and is one of the most important and influential heavy metal albums of all time. To commemorate the anniversary, the band today reissues their five-times Platinum certified debut album, exactly 25 years to the date of their original […]

One of Australia’s finest rock and roll acts, Dellacoma just released another jaw dropping track, this time in the shape of Leave A Light On. The track features the powerful voice of Casandra Carson from US rockers, Paralandra. Casandra and Dellacoma come together to create an incredible power ballad that’s one for the ages! Dellacoma says of the track; “Leave A Light On was one of the […]

Burton C. Bell, the iconic voice that defined futuristic anxiety, existential desperation, and steadfast resistance across the industrial metal world, is set to captivate Australian audiences this June 2025 with a special run of intimate shows in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Newcastle. Fresh off his induction into the prestigious Metal Hall of Fame, Burton continues to solidify his legacy as a trailblazer of industrial metal. […]

Australia’s fastest growing rock label, XMusic are excited to announce, the first of many, SUNDAY ROCK SESSIONS, on the beautiful Sydney Harbour and in partnership with Cadman Cruises. Now with 16 of Australia’s great Rock, Hard Rock, Metal and Country acts on the label, with the first overseas act to be announced soon, XMusic started XMusic LIVE to encourage bands to start playing together […]