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  • Office Dog – “Front Row Seat”

    Auckland’s Office Dog formed in 2021. Made up of Kane Strang on vocals and guitar, Rassani Tolovaa on bass, and Mitchell Innes on drums, the indie rock band released their debut album Spiel in 2024. They’ve shared music since then, but today they’re here with “Front Row Seat,” their first new song of the year.…

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  • New additions for Tynebound festival in Newcastle

    The folks behind Reaper Agency UK and Fortress Festival have been busy bees, adding another four bands to the line-up for the first-ever Tynebound festival. The two-day black metal bash is set to take over Anarchy Brew Co. in Newcastle on 5-6 September, and it’s already looking like a belter with weekend tickets already over … Continue reading New additions for Tynebound festival in Newcastle
  • Orleans Reveal Plans to Stop Touring After This Year

    "It's time to turn the page," sole classic-era member Lance Hoppen says. Continue reading…
  • THE HUSH Release New Single Nothin’ For Free + Announce Tour Dates

    Sydney based Rock outfit The Hush have just released their blistering new single called Nothin’ For Free, which premiered exclusively via AAA Backstage.

    The band have also announced a run of Australian tour dates to celebrate the release that kicks off tonight at La La La’s in Wollongong.

    “Firstly, it’s about ego and status-chasers… the ones who think the world owes them everything. The lyrics were inspired by someone in the scene who wasn’t nice but expected it all on a plate and was super toxic. Secondly, it’s about the grind we’re all living – bills, rising costs and the reminder that nothing comes easy, especially the good stuff.”

    The Hush fuse swaggering Southern Rock riffs with a gritty Hard Rock attitude and hook-driven songwriting. Built on Blues-soaked guitars, seductive melodies, and a raw, road-tested sound, the band delivers music that feels classic in spirit but sharp and modern in execution.

    Renowned for their high-energy live shows and undeniable stage presence, The Hush have built strong momentum through packed-out shows, residencies, and interstate touring, earning a place among the “Top 20 Hardest Gigging Musicians of 2024” via Sydneymusic.net. With a fast-growing audience and a reputation forged on stage, The Hush are keeping southern-flavoured rock loud, dangerous, and very much alive.

    New single Nothin’ For Free is available on all major online stores and streaming services.

    NOTHIN’ FOR FREE – TOUR DATES

    Mar 18 – La La La’s, Wollongong, NSW

    Tickets available at www.moshtix.com.au | 18+ only

    Mar 27 – Lazy Bones, Sydney, NSW
    Tickets available at http://www.moshtix.com.au/ | 18+ only

    Apr 4 – Memphis House Of Blues, Adelaide, SA
    Tickets available at door | 18+ only

    Apr 11 – Cherry Bar, Melbourne, VIC
    Tickets available at door | 18+ only

    Apr 18 – Fun Time Pony, Canberra, ACT
    Tickets available at door | 18+ only

    Apr 26 – Hamilton Station, Newcastle, NSW
    Tickets available at door | 18+ only
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  • ROMAN CANDLE Release New Single ‘Blasphemous Act’

    Roman Candle release their new single, Blasphemous Act, today alongside the announcement of their debut album, Unadulterated, due April 24 via Sumerian Records. Written in the final hours of the album sessions, Blasphemous Act arrived too loud and too late to leave behind. Built on raw, unfiltered vocals and dynamics that coil and crack under […]
  • ROCKPIT INTERVIEW: PJ Farley from TRIXTER talks early days, their evolution & their upcoming Aussie tour

    Photo Credit: William Hames

    In episode two of “Fifty Shades of Slaids,” Andrew Slaidins chatted with P.J. Farley, the bassist of Trixter, ahead of their first-ever tour in Australia. P.J. discussed the band’s early days, their debut album, and the impact of their music on fans. They talked about the band’s history with Metal Edge Magazine and their signing to MCA Records. P.J. shared insights into the songwriting process and the band’s evolution over the years. They also touched on the upcoming tour, which will feature song from every Trixter album, including their debut and later releases like “New Audio Machine.” P.J. expressed excitement for the tour and encouraged fans not to miss the shows. The interview concluded with P.J. emphasizing the importance of the tour for fans and the band alike.
    P.J. urges Australian fans not to miss the shows, promising an unforgettable experience. The tour is set to kick off at the end of the month and ensures us it’s not to be missed.
    Lots more is talked about, so kick back and enjoy the chat.

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  • THE DATSUNS Announce Aussie Suports

    Next week, one of New Zealand’s fiercest rock exports, The Datsuns, will bring their all thrills and no frills brand of sleazy garage rock to their Australian fans. Supports for all shows are finally locked in and ready to go! Heading up the Adelaide and Brisbane shows are Willie J’s 6V6S, this 3 piece have […]
  • Tanin’iver Unleash Savage New Album Save The Rest For The Wicked – @thebeast

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    Tanin’iver Unleash Savage New Album Save The Rest For The Wicked
    Adelaide, South Australia – Rising from the scorched underground of Adelaide, Tanin’iver have unleashed their blistering new album Save The Rest For The Wicked , released February 25, 2026 via Morning Star Heresy . Delivering a relentless fusion of blackened fury and death metal brutality, the record stands as a savage statement from one of Australia’s most uncompromising extreme metal acts.
    Forged in the unforgiving depths of the Australian underground, Tanin’iver have spent years sharpening their sound into a weapon of sonic devastation. Their music channels personal trauma, existential dread, and the decay of modern society into an unrelenting barrage of dark atmosphere, blistering riffs, and merciless intensity. With Save The Rest For The Wicked , the band pushes further into the abyss, crafting a record that is both punishing and deeply philosophical in its themes.
    “ This new album is not born from the aftermath of destruction, but from its mastery,” the band explains. “ It asserts control over the horrors of existence rather than simply wrestling with them.”
    The album’s title, Save The Rest For The Wicked , cuts like a double- edged blade. On one side it stands as an indictment of humanity’s ingrained darkness. On the other, it demands a final reckoning. The tone across the album moves from grim observation to outright declaration, cementing the release as one of the most ferocious statements to emerge from the Australian extreme metal underground in recent memory.
    Produced by acclaimed engineer Steve Lillywhite , the record captures Tanin’iver at their most vicious and refined, delivering a crushing wall of sound that fans of Mayhem , Belphegor , and Behemoth will find impossible to ignore.
    With its oppressive atmosphere, relentless aggression, and uncompromising vision, Save The Rest For The Wicked represents Australian metal at its most extreme.
    Listen / Purchase:
    https://taniniver.bandcamp.com/album/save-the-rest-for-the-wicked
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    Media Contact: zach@metaldevastationradio.com
    Label: Morning Star Heresy
    Production: Steve Lillywhite

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    https://taniniver.bandcamp.com/album/save-the-rest-for-the-wicked
    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61569017996063
    https://www.instagram.com/taniniver_official/
    Contact:
    contact@wearetaniniver.com
    mshmusicgroup@gmail.com