Canberra’s best punk rock party is back at The Baso on June 6, with 15 of Australia’s top DIY bands set to bring the noise at Dansonfest 2026. Headlined by Meanjin/Brisbane’s Flangipanis in their final Canberra appearance, Naarm/Melbourne’s Wolfpack, and Gadigal/Sydney’s Ess-Em, this year’s festival returns to its roots by showcasing the acts you should […]Category: news
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DANSONFEST Returns To THE BASO This Weekend
Canberra’s best punk rock party is back at The Baso on June 6, with 15 of Australia’s top DIY bands set to bring the noise at Dansonfest 2026. Headlined by Meanjin/Brisbane’s Flangipanis in their final Canberra appearance, Naarm/Melbourne’s Wolfpack, and Gadigal/Sydney’s Ess-Em, this year’s festival returns to its roots by showcasing the acts you should […] -
Listening Now : Eliezer – Became


Eliezer delivers an uplifting and deeply personal statement on Became, a motivational blend of melodic hip-hop and heartfelt songwriting. Built around themes of perseverance, self-discovery, and hard-earned success, the track reflects on the challenges and sacrifices required to become the person capable of achieving long-held dreams. Eliezer’s sincere delivery and reflective lyricism give the song an authentic emotional weight, while the polished production keeps its message accessible and inspiring. Honest, aspirational, and full of purpose, Became serves as a powerful reminder that growth often emerges from life’s greatest trials.
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Listening Now : Jon Grammer – Impossible


Jon Grammer channels the emotional intensity of post punk into Impossible, a powerful alternative rock offering that balances vulnerability with determination. Driven by expressive vocals, dynamic guitar work, and a strong melodic core, the track explores themes of struggle, resilience, and confronting seemingly insurmountable obstacles. Its appeal lies in the contrast between raw emotional honesty and polished songwriting, creating a sound that feels both deeply personal and universally relatable. Thoughtful, cathartic, and emotionally charged, Impossible showcases Jon Grammer’s ability to transform introspection into compelling, memorable songcraft.
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Listening Now : Master Peace – ONE of ONE


Master Peace continues his impressive ascent with ONE of ONE, a vibrant indie-pop anthem bursting with charisma, confidence, and infectious energy. Anchored by punchy guitars, irresistible hooks, and a playful lyrical approach, the track effortlessly blends indie, alternative, and pop influences into a sound that feels both contemporary and timeless. Romance and modern relationships sit at the heart of the songwriting, delivered with wit, personality, and an easygoing charm that makes every moment feel natural. Bold, catchy, and packed with feel-good momentum, ONE of ONEfurther cements Master Peace as one of the most exciting and distinctive voices emerging from the UK alternative scene.
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Listening Now : Subterranean Street Society – Thomas Matthew Crooks


Subterranean Street Society channel raw tension and uncomfortable questions into Thomas Matthew Crooks, a gripping folk-grunge slow burner that thrives on repetition, atmosphere, and emotional unease. Built around a deep, swampy groove, the track gradually intensifies as blues-soaked instrumentation and provocative lyricism pull listeners into increasingly darker territory. Rather than offering easy answers, the song explores themes of violence, alienation, and personal responsibility through a deliberately ambiguous lens, allowing its meaning to remain open to interpretation. Bold, unsettling, and impossible to ignore, Thomas Matthew Crooks showcases Subterranean Street Society’s ability to fuse poetic storytelling with explosive musical power.
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Review VOIVOD “Symphonique”
When Voivod started in the early ’80s and released the album “War and Pain” in 1984, who would have thought that these metal punks would play a live show with a symphonic orchestra and release a live album of the event? People would have thought you were crazy. But the beauty of life is that… Continue Reading → -
The Altar Demands More: Inside The Gates Of NECROSONIC FESTIVAL With DESTRUKTOR
Necrosonic Festival returns to the Mansfield Tavern on Saturday, August 22 2026, and the full lineup has been revealed to the masses! With dual headliners Rivers of Nihil (USA) and our very own Psycroptic, alongside exclusive reunions, one-off performances and long-awaited resurrections ~ this year’s ritual is the most formidable yet. With a massive deference […] -
“Drinking too much, too many drugs… and then a car accident!”: Watch the trailer for the new Peter Frampton documentary, featuring Ringo Starr, Alice Cooper, Nancy Wilson and more
Frampton celebrates Peter Frampton’s long musical career and his battles with addiction and illness -
REVOCATION 20 Years Of Torment Tour – North America Dates, Cities & Venues Listed

With special guests: Defeated Sanity, Fuming Mouth, and Weeping.
09/10 – Worcester, MA @ The Palladium
09/11 – Montreal, QC @ Foufounes
09/12 – Toronto, ON @ Lee’s Place
09/13 – Detroit, MI @ Sanctuary
09/15 – St. Paul, MN @ Amsterdam Bar
09/16 – Winnipeg, MB @ Park Theatre
09/17 – Regina, SK @ The Exchange
09/18 – Edmonton, AB @ Starlite Room
09/19 – Calgary, AB @ Dickens
09/20 – Kelowna, BC @ The Revelry
09/22 – Vancouver, BC @ Rickshaw
09/23 – Seattle, WA @ El Corazon
09/24 – Portland, OR @ Dante’s
09/25 – San Jose, CA @ The Ritz
09/26 – Los Angeles, CA @ 1720
09/27 – Mesa, AZ @ Nile Underground
09/28 – Las Vegas, NV @ Backstage Bar
09/30 – Denver, CO @ HQ
10/01 – Omaha, NE @ The Waiting Room
10/02 – Chicago, IL @ Reggies
10/03 – Columbus, OH @ Ace of Cups
10/04 – Pittsburgh, PA @ Preserving Underground
10/06 – Nashville, TN @ Exit/In
10/07 – Asheville, NC @ Eulogy
10/08 – Richmond, VA @ The Canal Club
10/09 – Brooklyn, NY @ Music Hall of Williamsburg
10/10 – Philadelphia, PA @ Underground Artshttps://www.revocationband.com/tour
Source: Revocation Facebook
