Category: Music News

THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN Announce 2nd and Final Melbourne Show – On Sale Now!

THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN Announce 2nd and Final Melbourne Show – On Sale Now!

THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN have reformed for one last epic tour to celebrate the anniversary of their landmark album, Calculating Infinity. “Chaotic. Intense. Incredible. Unforgettable. Unmissable!” – REVOLVER Magazine’s “Greatest Live Band Of All Time” We are not at all surprised to announce The Dillinger Escape Plan show at The Northcote Theatre in Melbourne on August 13 has SOLD OUT! Second and final show on August 14 now on […]

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MELODY BLACK are playing a one off reunion show!!

MELODY BLACK are playing a one off reunion show!!

Following an absence of thirteen years Melody Black return to celebrate their 2011 debut album ‘Love Your Demons’ – available now for the first time on streaming services and featuring the added bonus track ‘Ballroom Blitz’ (#1 iTunes Metal chart 2012)-with a once only show at Sydney’s Crowbar Saturday August 9 2025. This will be a one time event and […]

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Avril Lavigne teams up with Simple Plan for ‘Young & Dumb’

Avril Lavigne teams up with Simple Plan for ‘Young & Dumb’

Diamond-certified global superstar Avril Lavigne released a perfectly raucous new song and music video for ‘Young & Dumb‘ featuring Simple Plan. Listen to the song and watch the video HERE. A nostalgic yet modern anthem, ‘Young & Dumb’ first finds Avril reflective on verse one as she looks back on the carefree early days of her career and ‘livin’ like a rockstar’ before Simple Plan jumps […]

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Deaf Havana announce new album ‘We’re Never Getting Out’ out Oct 3 via So Recordings & Civilians

Deaf Havana announce new album ‘We’re Never Getting Out’ out Oct 3 via So Recordings & Civilians

Deaf Havana have announced their long-awaited seventh album, ‘We’re Never Getting Out‘, set for release on Friday October 3 via So Recordings/Civilians. To mark the news, the English alternative rock band have unveiled its shimmering lead single, Lawn Tennis, offering a first glimpse into their most personal work to date. Accepting yourself is one of the most daunting, challenging and altering things you can do in this life. […]

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THE LIVING END release new song ‘Alfie’ and announce Melbourne and Sydney shows

THE LIVING END release new song ‘Alfie’ and announce Melbourne and Sydney shows

After packing out the legendary Punters Club with a last minute gig on Wednesday night, The Living End storm back onto the scene with a new single ‘Alfie’. To celebrate the band will play two intimate, pop-up shows in Sydney and Melbourne to keep the good times rolling! New song ‘Alfie’ – OUT MAY 15 Pre-save it here: HERE Melbourne and Sydney shows – […]

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Parkway Drive Unleash New Single & Video “Sacred”

Parkway Drive Unleash New Single & Video “Sacred”

Today, Parkway Drive unveil their powerful new track, “Sacred” — a monumental blend of strength and vision that showcases the band’s ultimate drive and power. The anthemic new single marks the metal titans’ first release since their critically acclaimed 2022 album Darker Still, and arrives alongside a visually stunning music video, directed by Third Eye Visuals. Vocalist Winston McCall shares: “The mission […]

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BIG COUNTRY Announce October 2025 GREATEST HITS Australian Tour

BIG COUNTRY Announce October 2025 GREATEST HITS Australian Tour

BIG COUNTRY, the Legendary Scottish Celtic Rock band, return for the first time since 2019 for The Greatest Hits Tour. Setlist includes – In A Big Country, Chance, Fields of Fire, Look Away, Wonderland plus much more! Featuring the band’s de facto theme song — In a Big Country, their debut album, THE CROSSING, combined anthemic post-punk with folk-inspired guitar sounds to become the leading […]

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JD FORTUNE Announces ”Plays The Best Of INXS” October 2025 Australian Tour

JD FORTUNE Announces ”Plays The Best Of INXS” October 2025 Australian Tour

INXS fans, get ready – the Original Rockstar (and former INXS Frontman), JD Fortune will finally return to Australian stages for his first ever headline tour this October with his band to perform the Best of INXS! The powerhouse Canadian vocalist will perform be delivering a set of INXS anthems and classics including Need You Tonight, Never Tear Us Apart, New Sensation, Mystify, Devil Inside, Don’t Change, Suicide Blonde, Original […]

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Wolfgang Van Halen’s Mammoth Returns With Incendiary New Single “The End” Music video feat. Danny Trejo, Slash, Myles Kennedy, Valerie Bertinelli

Wolfgang Van Halen’s Mammoth Returns With Incendiary New Single “The End” Music video feat. Danny Trejo, Slash, Myles Kennedy, Valerie Bertinelli

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 […]

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GO TO HELL…For The First Time In Australian History, Hellbound Announces 3-Night Metal Cruise Sailing Into The Abyss In 2026

GO TO HELL…For The First Time In Australian History, Hellbound Announces 3-Night Metal Cruise Sailing Into The Abyss In 2026

In 2026, prepare to GO TO HELL with Australia’s first ever dedicated metal cruise HELLBOUND. The boat will be rockin’ and you’ll wanna come knockin’ next year, with HELLBOUND set to deliver an all-out, three-night floating heavy festival on the high seas! Promoted by CHOOSE YOUR CRUISE and DESTROY ALL LINES and bringing together the loudest bands and the wildest fans, HELLBOUND will transform a luxury cruise ship into […]

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BUSH Teases New Track “60 WAYS TO FORGET PEOPLE”

BUSH Teases New Track “60 WAYS TO FORGET PEOPLE”

earMUSIC and BUSH are beyond excited to announce the release of “60 Ways to Forget People”, the hauntingly powerful new track teasing their highly anticipated 10th studio album, I Beat Loneliness – set for worldwide release on 18th July 2025. Marking a bold new era for the GRAMMY®-nominated, multi-Platinum rock legends, ‘60 Ways to Forget People’ offers a raw dive into the complexities of heartbreak, personal transformation, and the […]

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Sabaton Announce Australia & New Zealand Headline Tour With Special Guests Amaranthe

Sabaton Announce Australia & New Zealand Headline Tour With Special Guests Amaranthe

This September history will be made with the return of Swedish metallers SABATON to Australian shores, joined nationally by special guests and fellow compatriots AMARANTHE. Bringing their trademark heavy metal maximalism down under later this year, SABATON‘s Aussie headline run will kick off on Wednesday 3 September in Perth, before journeying to Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane, and concluding proceedings on Tuesday 9 September […]

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Simple Plan Announce Australian Exclusive Surprise Sydney Headline Show Playing ‘Still Not Getting Any…’ In Full For The First Time Ever!

Simple Plan Announce Australian Exclusive Surprise Sydney Headline Show Playing ‘Still Not Getting Any…’ In Full For The First Time Ever!

In 2025, SIMPLE PLAN history will be made in Australia, with the revered Canadian rockers today announcing a surprise special headline show in Sydney at the Liberty Hall on Saturday 10th May playing their 2004 sophomore album Still Not Getting Any… in full in its entirety for the first time ever. Tickets go on sale Tuesday 29 April at 12pm AEST time. “Still Not Getting Any…” is […]

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HALESTORM Unveils Cinematic New Single “Darkness Always Wins”

HALESTORM Unveils Cinematic New Single “Darkness Always Wins”

GRAMMY-winning Halestorm today unveiled “Darkness Always Wins,” a slowly-building, cinematic hard rock anthem that marks the band’s first release of 2025. The song, produced by GRAMMY-winning producer Dave Cobb (Chris Stapleton, Brandi Carlile, Jason Isbell) is the first to be revealed from a new album from Atlantic Records, details of which will be announced soon. Listen HERE. “‘Darkness Always Wins’ is not a song of […]

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BABY ANIMALS announce new single

BABY ANIMALS announce new single

Aussie rock powerhouse, Baby Animals, are thrilled to unleash their full throttled version of their new single ‘Ace of Spades’.  The Motörhead song is one of rock & roll’s most beloved and sacred anthems.  Covering the bombastic ode is a heavy crown to bare and Baby Animals have kicked ass with their recording! Says the band “we were thinking about doing a cover for […]

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Yours Truly announce Australian headline Tour this June celebrating ‘TOXIC’

Yours Truly announce Australian headline Tour this June celebrating ‘TOXIC’

Sydney based alt-rock powerhouse Yours Truly are hitting the road this June for their anticipated Australian headline tour in celebration of their bold and emotionally charged second studio album, ‘TOXIC‘ released last year. Joining them as main support for their first-ever Australian appearance is Los Angeles emo-punk outfit senses. Tickets on sale Wednesday April 16 via Destroy All Lines. The tour will begin at The Triffid in Brisbane on Friday […]

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ANIMALS AS LEADERS The Joy of Motion Anniversary Tour – September 2025

ANIMALS AS LEADERS The Joy of Motion Anniversary Tour – September 2025

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 […]

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THE CHURCH Announce ‘’The Singles Tour: A Career Retrospective’’ Australian Dates

THE CHURCH Announce ‘’The Singles Tour: A Career Retrospective’’ Australian Dates

Formed many lifetimes ago (well, 1980) THE CHURCH has earned a rightfully revered place in Australian rock music history along with a thoroughly deserved place in the ARIA Hall Of Fame. The Church continue to create timeless music that deeply resonates with audiences worldwide. From their early days in Sydney’s underground scene to their global overground success, The Church remain one of the most […]

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RISE AGAINST Weigh Art vs Autonomy, Reckon With Mental Health On ‘Prizefighter’, New Single Out Now

RISE AGAINST Weigh Art vs Autonomy, Reckon With Mental Health On ‘Prizefighter’, New Single Out Now

On the heels of playing LA’s Kia Forum, and releasing “the anthem we need right now” (VICE), Rise Against have shared their second new single of 2025. Out now on Loma Vista Recordings, Prizefighter illustrates the internal battle between making art, maintaining autonomy, and meeting the demands of the present day’s never-ending, rapidly-shifting attention span. Rise Against vocalist and lyricist Tim McIlrath says, “‘Prizefighter’ is about a compulsion to […]

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THE HIVES: Swedish rock royalty return this July! First AU live shows since 2015

THE HIVES: Swedish rock royalty return this July! First AU live shows since 2015

Celebrated as one of the most electrifying live acts in the world, International Rock Sensation The Hives will kick off their upcoming world tour in Australia this July. Let it be known The Hives shall be making the following state visits: four headline shows in Fremantle, Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane – their first live dates down under since 2015. The explosive garage rock five-piece responsible for such classics […]

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Zac Brown Band announces return to Australia for headline dates – October 2025

Zac Brown Band announces return to Australia for headline dates – October 2025

Chugg Entertainment and Frontier Touring are proud to welcome multi-platinum Southern rock group, Zac Brown Band, back to Australia for a series of headline shows this October 2025. As one of music’s most celebrated acts, the Grammy Award-winning band, who last performed in Australia for their exclusive headline set at CMC Rocks 2023, will bring their signature sound, dynamic performance and chart-topping hits to fans […]

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THE FRAY add new shows to their Australian tour

THE FRAY add new shows to their Australian tour

Due to overwhelming demand for pre-sale tickets, The Fray, have added new shows in Melbourne and Sydney.  The extra Melbourne show will take place on Tuesday 9th December at The Forum and Sydney will go ahead on Wednesday 10th December at Enmore Theatre.  Tickets for both shows will be available immediately through the TEG MJR pre-sale.   Tickets for GP for all shows will […]

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LINKIN PARK Unleash Anthemic New Single “Up From The Bottom”

LINKIN PARK Unleash Anthemic New Single “Up From The Bottom”

With the excitement of their triumphant return still palpable, LINKIN PARK unleash a ferocious new single entitled “Up From The Bottom“ out now via Warner Records. ? It sets the stage for the Deluxe Edition of their acclaimed album FROM ZERO, arriving on May 16. Notably, it includes three brand new songs, and an expanded physical edition containing five live tracks captured during their inimitable live […]

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The Rasmus – Finnish Rockers Unveil New Track & Video “Creatures Of Chaos”

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 […]

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SILVERCHAIR’S ‘FROGSTOMP’ Celebrates 30 Years Today – Thursday March 27, 2025

SILVERCHAIR’S ‘FROGSTOMP’ Celebrates 30 Years Today – Thursday March 27, 2025

Silverchair’s history making debut album Frogstomp today celebrates 30 years since release on Friday March 27th, 1995. To celebrate this momentous occasion, Sony Music held a sold-out event at the Metro Social in Sydney, where Ben Gillies & Chris Joannou joined Richard Kingsmill on stage to discuss the album, The Buoys played ‘Pure Massacre’ and ‘Tomorrow’, and the album was played in full. On the night, fans were able to purchase the Frogstomp black vinyl, the […]

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THE FRAY ‘How To Save A Life’ 20th Anniversary Tour

THE FRAY ‘How To Save A Life’ 20th Anniversary Tour

TEG MJR is excited to announce that the four-time GRAMMY-nominated band The Fray, is bringing their highly anticipated “How to Save a Life” 20th Anniversary Tour to Australia this December.   These shows are part of an extensive global tour and will celebrate their timeless debut album, How to Save a Life, giving fans the chance to relive the music that defined a generation. The tour […]

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Killing Heidi announce 25th anniversary edition of ‘Reflector’ & national tour

Killing Heidi announce 25th anniversary edition of ‘Reflector’ & national tour

Killing Heidi‘s iconic debut album, Reflector, is turning 25, and to celebrate, the band is releasing a special anniversary edition and hitting the road on tour. A defining album of the Y2K era, Reflector captured a moment in time where explosive teen energy met the thrill of a new century. Reflector, the fastest-selling Australian album in history at the time, is getting a […]

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BUCKCHERRY Announces June 13 Release Of New Album ROAR LIKE THUNDER

BUCKCHERRY Announces June 13 Release Of New Album ROAR LIKE THUNDER

Following the worldwide acclaim for their 2023 release, Vol. 10, Buckcherry today announce the June 13 release date for their eleventh album, Roar Like Thunder. As with Vol. 10, and its predecessor Hellbound, Roar Like Thunder was recorded in Nashville at Sienna Studios and produced by Marti Frederiksen. All 10 tracks were written by vocalist Josh Todd, guitarist Stevie D, and Frederiksen. Order Roar Like Thunder here: https://earache.com/collections/buckcherry A video for the title track was […]

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A Tribute To Randy Rhoads – Touring December 2025, feat. Kelly Garni of Quiet Riot & Scott Shelley, Randy’s first guitar teacher

A Tribute To Randy Rhoads – Touring December 2025, feat. Kelly Garni of Quiet Riot & Scott Shelley, Randy’s first guitar teacher

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 […]

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SILVERSTEIN Announce Their 25 Years Of Noise Australian Tour

SILVERSTEIN Announce Their 25 Years Of Noise Australian Tour

Canadian post-hardcore band SILVERSTEIN today announce their 25 Years of Noise Australian tour with special guest, Real Friends (USA). The tour will begin at Melbourne’s Northcote Theatre on August 2nd before heading to Sydney’s Roundhouse, Adelaide’s The Gov and wrapping up at Brisbane’s The Tivoli on August 6th. Tickets go on sale Friday 21 March at 1pm local time. Vodafone customers can secure tickets during […]

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