It was the city of Belo Horizonte, Brazil that launched the ascent of their native sons in SEPULTURA (Portuguese for “grave”) in 1983 with a trajectory unsuspectingly aimed at the worldwide metal music scene.  A band with humble economic beginnings whose musical identity was forged in the context of living through Brazil’s authoritarian military dictatorship, SEPULTURA would go on to become Brazilian ambassadors to the metal […]

Opeth has announced the release of their hugely anticipated eleventh studio album, Pale Communion which has been re-slated on August 22nd . “Many of you have heard the rumours already and we can now confirm that the album release has indeed been pushed back to late August,” commented Opeth frontman, Mikael Åkerfeldt. “Several circumstances prevented the band from delivering essential basic tools to Roadrunner in time which are needed […]

Platinum selling pop rockers American Hi-Fi is back and have announced plans to release Blood & Lemonade, their first album in 5 years this September. The album will be available digitally worldwide on Tuesday September 16, 2014 and in Australian and New Zealand stores on Friday, September 19, 2014 through Rude Records. Pre-orders to be announced soon! The Boston outfit, who have been on a […]

Hey let’s go, let’s go! For the first time in over 25 years, The Cockroaches return to Sydney’s live circuit to play with their original chart-topping line-up for two very special shows this June; Dee Why RSL on Saturday June 14th and Rooty Hill RSL on Friday June 27th. ‘Hey Let’s Go!’ a collection of The Cockroaches’ best-loved hits spanning 1984 – 1994 will be released […]

Guitar hero revisits his roots to deliver a musical and personal landmark with a new collection of timeless blues classics due May 30 via Concord Records. “This is a homecoming in more ways than one,” Kenny Wayne Shepherd says of Goin’ Home, The Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band’s May 30, 2014 debut on Concord Records. “I felt like I was retracing my steps and […]

Due to overwhelming demand HANSON are please to announce additional shows inMelbourne and Sydney. HANSON will now play an extra show in Melbourne at The Hi-Fi on Sunday 10th August, and an extra show in Sydney at The Hi-Fi on Wednesday 13th August. Fan club pre-sales for the new shows will go on sale Monday 12th May at 12pm, with general public tickets on sale Wednesday 14th May at 9am. HANSON, are back with […]

Canberra rock band, HANDS LIKE HOUSES released the music video for their new song, ‘A Tale of Outer Suburbia’ taken off their latest album, Unimagine – available through Rise Records. The video is far from your typical music video; rather it takes an ordinary tale and uniquely interprets it into something quite extraordinary, through an inspiring and achingly powerful artistic performance. Filmed and directed by Joshua Aylett, ‘A […]

Having just completed a massive sold out tour of the USA, TAKING BACK SUNDAY and THE USED have just re-defined the phrase “Co-Headline”. It’s a rare occurrence when two heavyweights of any genre agree to tour together. One off shows in cities rapidly sold out and became two shows then multiple shows due to the overwhelming demand for tickets. Now […]

Australian Crawl is surely one of Australia’s most loved bands – revered in the same manner as their peers Midnight Oil, Cold Chisel and INXS, they played an integral part in the development of the Australian ‘sound’ and were one of the truly great rock groups of their time. From their inception in 1978, Australian Crawl existed for nearly nine […]

SHiNOBi are proud to announce the release of their new single “SNAKESKIN”. This highly anticipated release follows the bands acclaimed debut album “Against The Brave” and cements their position as one of Australia’s top rock acts.  Teaming up with renowned producer and engineer Darren ”Jenk” Jenkins this track displays SHiNOBi’s unique blend of heavy rock. After a massive 2013 that […]

London based kiwi rock band I Am Giant is proud to announce the release of their sophomore album SCIENCE & SURVIVAL on July 4th  via Sony Australia. To celebrate the release, the band will complete a four-date Australian tour, beginning in Brisbane on August 6th, heading to Perth, Melbourne, and finishing in Sydney on August 9th. Tickets will be available from 9am Friday 9th May. Science […]

Australian music royalty, Rick Price has recently joined forces with Pledge Music to launch his latest album. This exciting new project allows fans to be directly involved in the creation of his highly anticipated next album. Fans can pre-order copies of the new album and in return can select from a range of exclusive items including having their name printed […]

David Bowie is a musical chameleon with a catalogue of some of the world’s most recognisable songs in his critically acclaimed repertoire.  The spotlight is well and truly right back on the Thin White Duke with the recent 40th anniversary reissues of some his most well loved albums including Rebel Rebel, Diamond Dogs and the iconic Aladdin Sane. Bowie is the man who elevated […]

Beloved Florida pop-rockers ANBERLIN have a rich and long-standing relationship with Australian audiences and truly need no introduction. Throughout the band’s illustrious 12-year career that spans six albums and endless world tours, Australian crowds have always welcomed the band with open hearts and minds. Now, dedicated local fans will have an opportunity to farewell this wondrous act, as the band expand their […]

In keeping with Coopers’ and British India’s well-known dedication to independent Australian music, a series of Australia’s most entertaining and promising acts will join the bills for each of these 6 shows. From Brisbane to Perth, a host of top local talent will warm the stage for British India, including The Pretty Littles, City Riots, Columbia Buffet , CREO and Sea Legs. Wed 21st May – The […]

SANTANA COLLABORATES WITH THE BIGGEST NAMES IN LATIN MUSIC ON NEW STUDIO ALBUM ‘CORAZÓN’ – RELEASED TODAY! SUPERSTAR PERFORMANCES ON ‘CORAZÓN’ INCLUDE GLORIA ESTEFAN, ZIGGY MARLEY,MIGUEL, PITBULL AND MORE Ten time GRAMMY®-Award winning rock icon and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer CARLOS SANTANA releases his first ever Latin Music album today, entitled CORAZÓN. Superstar performances on CORAZÓN  include ChocQuibtown, Lila Downs, Gloria Estefan, Los Fabulosos Cadillacs,Juanes, Ziggy Marley, Miguel, Niña Pastori, Pitbull, Samuel Rosa of Skank, Cindy Blackman Santana, Romeo Santos, […]

The distinct sound and integrity of Kasabian’s fifth studio album defines the very essence of the band, their trademark sound distilled and re-packaged into one incredibly exciting, unique statement of intent. ’48:13’ is driven by the continuous evolution and musical experimentation of the band through their previous 4 albums, spanning a career which celebrates its 10th year with the release […]

ONCE MORE ‘ROUND THE SUN OUT FRIDAY 20 JUNE Heavy rock icons Mastodon, has announced details about their upcoming new album, their first since 2011’s The Hunter. The band’s sixth album will be called Once More ‘Round The Sun and will bereleased on June 20th. It was recorded in Nashville with Grammy Award-winning producer Nick Raskulinecz, who is known for his work with Rush, Deftones, Foo Fighters, and Alice In […]

Featuring All Four Original Members For The First Time Since 1998 Finally! The news Veruca Salt fans have been waiting yeeeears for! The original members of Veruca Salt, Nina Gordon, Louise Post, Steve Lack and Jim Shapiro recently announced an epic reunion tour that seems them playing their first shows together since 1998, and we are stoked to say Australia […]

Running hot from their recent Swarm Tour with Melbourne band Jericco, Sydney rock band Dead In A Second have announced a run of new live dates throughout May & June. Dead In A Second, renowned for their jaw-dropping live performances, recently signed a major record deal with Sydney based Possum Records. The band’s long awaited mini-album The Double Treblio was […]

Date: Sunday April 27, 2014 Venue: The Hi Fi, Sydney Bands: Skid Row, Ugly Kid Joe, Dead City Ruins Photos by: Gwendolyn Lee – Gwendolyn Lee Photography Images should not be reproduced without consent of photographer and MTRBWY   Check out our review of the night HERE        

New Empire are pleased to announce details for their upcoming national tour. The Sydney four-piece are set to hit the road on a string of dates to celebrate the release of their latest albumIn A Breath. The album debuted at #28 on the ARIA chart this week. Click below to view the video for new single ‘Say It Like You Mean […]

Sony Music Entertainment Australia is excited to confirm the signing of Australian pop superstars, THE VERONICAS, to the global Sony Music Entertainment label. The Veronicas have returned to the studio over the past few months to record tracks for their third studio album set for release later this year. The Veronicas are an Australian pop-rock duo from Brisbane, Australia, comprising of twin sisters Lisa Origliasso and Jessica […]

With more than three million copies sold worldwide and ten studio albums to date, Swedish modern metal band In Flames has not only redefined the genre during the past years, but also made their mark far beyond its boundaries. Founded in 1990, they made their breakthrough already with their second album “The Jester Race” while at the same time delivering a genre […]

Australian progressive metal quintet, Voyager, will release its fifth studio album, V, in North America on June 3 with distribution through Nightmare Records. The Kickstarter-funded, 13- track album was recorded at Templeman Audio with producer, Matt Templeman. The band calls the release “heavy, groovy and super-catchy. This is going to be pure, polished Voyager with a modern feel; we are insanely excited […]

(NEW YORK, NY) – Sacramento rock band TESLA have announced an all new LP titled SIMPLICITY due out June 10th, 2014 via Tesla Electric Company Recording’s arrangement with Entertainment One Music and Distribution. SIMPLICITY will be the band’s seventh studio full length LP and fifteenth release overall. The new effort will be the followup to FOREVER MORE, which was released in October […]

Date: Thursday April 24, 2014 Venue: The Metro Theatre, Sydney Presented By: Soundworks Touring Support: Bastardizer Photos by: Kierra Thorn –  www.kierrathorn.com Images should not be reproduced without consent of photographer and MTRBWY  

Nine Sons Of Dan have come along way since their days as a university band project.  With their third EP “Used Up” primed for a May 9 (2014) release and a national launch tour taking in New South Wales, Victoria and Queensland from May 22, the six-track compilation introduces an edgier and slightly darker approach to the band. “This EP was a chance […]

Would you like to see British India at one of their exclusive money can’t buy tickets, upcoming Coopers After Dark shows? Well, thanks to our amazing friends at Deathproof PR we have a double pass (tickets to the show only) to give away for each of the below shows. Wed 21st May – The Factory, Sydney NSW Thurs 22nd May – […]

Sydney originated 5 piece GANG OF YOUTHS have been creating a stir over the past few months with their formidable live performances, touring throughout LA, NYC and playing SXSW with a review from NME declaring, “The band from down under easily won the prize for the most raucous show of the day”. Having relocated to the U.S at the end of last year […]