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Jacksonville, FL-based deathcore quartet Trauma Code premiere a new single and music video by the name of "HELL IS FOR YOU", streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below. Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com

A second track has surfaced from the forthcoming expanded joint album by pioneering grindcore outfit Napalm Death and influential grunge/sludge metal act Melvins. The release, titled “Savage Imperial Death March,” previously appeared as a tour-exclusive during an earlier run the two bands completed together. The album has now been updated wi… Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com

Koyo have released their new single “What I’m Worth.” The track arrives alongside a music video directed by Eric Richter, whose past work includes clips for Knocked Loose and Dying Wish. The song is taken from Koyo’s sophomore album, “Barely Here,” which is scheduled for release on May 8th via Pure Noise Records. Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com

Veteran death metal outfit Six Feet Under will release their 15th studio album, “Next To Die,” on April 24th via Metal Blade Records. The first of the record’s twelve tracks to surface is “Unmistakable Smell Of Death,” which is now streaming alongside a lyric video. The album was co-produced by the band’s core duo of vocalist Chris Barnes an… Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com

For the first time ever, Swedish epic doom metal pioneers CANDLEMASS will bring their monumental sound to Australian shores this September and October for a long-awaited debut tour in Melbourne, Sydney and Perth.

Formed in Stockholm in 1985 by bassist and main songwriter Leif Edling, Candlemass stand as one of the true architects of epic doom metal. Alongside Saint Vitus and Trouble, they defined the genre — pairing slow, crushing riffs with grand, operatic vocals and darkly majestic compositions.

Their 1986 debut Epicus Doomicus Metallicus didn’t just introduce a band — it created a movement. Over the next four decades, Candlemass built a towering discography and enduring global legacy, earning Swedish Grammis Awards and were also nominated for Best Metal Performance at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards in the US.

STUDIO ALBUMS
Epicus Doomicus Metallicus (1986)
Nightfall (1987)
Ancient Dreams (1988)
Tales of Creation (1989)
Chapter VI (1992)
Dactylis Glomerata (1998)
From the 13th Sun (1999)
Candlemass (2005)
King of the Grey Islands (2007)
Death Magic Doom (2009)
Psalms for the Dead (2012)
The Door to Doom (2019)
Sweet Evil Sun (2022)

From the monumental weight of Nightfall and Ancient Dreams through to the modern doom mastery of The Door to Doom and Sweet Evil Sun, Candlemass have consistently delivered epic, crushing metal of the highest order.

Now, Australian audiences will finally experience these hymns of doom performed live.

TOUR DATES
Wednesday 30 September – The Corner, Melbourne
Thursday 1 October – Liberty Hall, Sydney
Saturday 3 October – Perth – Armageddoom 8 at The Rosemount

Tickets from: https://yourmatebookings.com/tours/candlemass-aus-tour-2026/

The Perth performance will see Candlemass headline Armageddoom 8, delivering a set befitting the undisputed kings of epic doom.

LINE-UP
Leif Edling – Bass
Johan Länquist – Vocals
Mats “Mappe” Björkman – Guitar
Lars “Lasse” Johansson – Lead Guitar
Jan Lind – Drums

With original Epicus Doomicus Metallicus vocalist Johan Länquist back at the helm, the band stands at full, formidable strength — honouring their legacy while continuing to shape the future of doom.

After 40 years of darkness, Australia will finally feel the weight.

PRESENTED BY Fuzz Factory Touring, Your Mate Bookings & Armageddoom Festival

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CHECK OUT THE LINE-UP FOR BOORLOO’S FAVOURITE DAY OF MUSIC: RTRFM’s IN THE PINES ON SUNDAY 19 APRIL

The music experts at RTRFM have handpicked twenty amazing local acts to play its iconic annual fundraiser In the Pines on Sunday 19 April.

Returning for its 33rd consecutive year in the lush and iconic surrounds of UWA’s Somerville Auditorium, In the Pines is the most important day of the year for any self-respecting music lover in Boorloo.

Twenty of the state’s best loved artists—including the established and the emerging—will play across two stages inside Somerville. Join us to witness this annual snapshot of Western Australian music, with acts including:

Anna Schneider // Clare Perrott // Cryptids // Emily Barker // Grievous Bodily Calm // Grub //  Gunns // Halo of Teeth // Iconyx // Kallum Mungulu // Kayps // New Nausea // New Phono // PERSIA // Sarco // Showbag! // Streets of Separation // Symmetrical Dogs // Tchega // Walrus (Nicholas Allbrook & Friends)

In the Pines is a celebration of local music, bringing together some of the best talent from our town and sharing it with the people of Perth for one amazing day and night. The event also raises essential funds for RTRFM, allowing the not-for-profit community station to keep platforming local arts and culture for another year.

In the Pines 2026 brings you some of the state’s most promising new acts, including Clare Perrott, PERSIA, Kayps, Cryptids and Iconyx, plus faves Tchega, Symmetrical Dogs, Emily Barker, New Nausea and Anna Schneider.

We get a bit loud with Halo of Teeth, Streets of Separation and Grub, while making time to get a little nostalgic with Gunns (10 years on from their debut), Showbag! (returning with new music) and New Phono (known faces in a new band).

And we go large with station favourites Grievous Bodily Calm, Sarco, Kallum Mungulu and Nicholas Allbrook’s new project Walrus. 

In the Pines is the perfect snapshot of WA music over the past year, but it’s more than simply a day of music. There’ll be food trucks and coffee from Chubby Dumpling, El Aleman Loco and Mr Goz as well as drinks from Whitelakes Brewing Co, Shelter Brewing, Blind Corner, Whipper Snapper, Kimberley Rum Company and Margaret River Brewing Co.

In 2026 we welcome back our sensory zone in collaboration with Enable WA supported by new major sponsors The University of Western Australia; a space for neurodivergent punters and those who need a break from the noise to chill out. The University of Western Australia joins City of Perth as In the Pines’ major sponsors, supporting local, independent and diverse voices in the heart of the City.

With 10 hours of local music in the stunning and serene surrounds of Somerville, In the Pines 2026 is the perfect place to picnic with friends, take in some of Perth’s exceptional musical talent and enjoy the party!

***TICKETS HERE***

We’ll be broadcasting all the happenings live on your radio from 11:30am – 10pm at 92.1FM, and on digital and online at rtrfm.com.au.

Kids under 12 are free. Kids between 12 – 18 must buy a ticket and be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Gold Subscribers to RTRFM enter free; you can grab your ticket via Oztix using the code on your Gold Card.

Companion Card holders can also enter free. This is an LGBTIQA+ safe event.

RTRFM acknowledges that this event and all our activities take place on Whadjuk Nyoongar Boodjar, where sovereignty was never ceded. We pay our respects to elders past and present, as well as the next generation’s emerging leaders, and commit to celebrating their art, culture and resilience through our programming.

In The Pines is made possible by major sponsors The City of Perth and UWA. And supported by Plico Energy, Whitelakes Brewing Co, Shelter Brewing Co, CCA Productions, Whipper Snapper  Distillery, Kimberley Rum Co, Margaret River Brewing Co, Blind Corner Wines and community partner Enable WA.

RTRFM acknowledges that this event and all our activities take place on Whadjuk Noongar Boodjar, where sovereignty was never ceded. We pay our respects to elders past and present, as well as the next generation’s emerging leaders, and commit to celebrating their art, culture and resilience through our programming.

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The biggest party in country music, CMC Rocks QLD, is one week away and today the festival reveals what fans can expect in 2026, from onsite experiences to maps of the festival. Country music fans will descend on Willowbank from Friday 20^th – Sunday 22^nd March 2026, ready to celebrate another landmark year of world-class live music and unforgettable festival experiences

FINAL TICKETS ON SALE NOW

Headlining CMC Rocks QLD 2026 are US heavyweights Jordan Davis, Old Dominion and Riley Green. With more than 40 artists on the bill, including over 20 international artists, the 2026 lineup showcases the full spectrum of country from global stars making their mark to homegrown artists leading Australia’s next wave.

Playing times are now live on the CMC Rocks QLD website and in the festival app, so fans can check when their favourite artists are on and start planning their weekend.

DOWNLOAD PLAYING TIMES ON CMC ROCKS QLD’S OFFICIAL APP

Beyond the main stages, CMC Rocks QLD is packed with experiences to keep the good times rolling all weekend.

Fans can soak up the Nashville-style intimacy of the Songwriters Show, jump in on Live Band Karaoke or catch rising stars at Back Forty. With fresh faces and big futures, you can check out the emerging talent at Great Northern House and Cowboy Campground.

VIEW THE UP AND COMERS ON BACK FORTY’S LINE UP

Major sponsor Toyota returns to CMC Rocks QLD with the introduction of Toyota Row: CMC Basecamp Legends, celebrating the festival’s legendary camping culture. Operating across all four campgrounds, Ace, Buck, Cowboy and Denim, Toyota Row is a reserved camping spot for Toyota owners with a rig worth showing off, bringing together some of the festival’s best Toyota setups.

Festivalgoers can also visit Gall Boys Country presented by Toyota, live across five days in the Toyota Tailgate Precinct. The Gall Boys, the family behind Australia’s iconic Kedron Caravans and long-time Toyota drivers, are bringing their real-life touring setup to CMC Rocks QLD, featuring a fully kitted Toyota HiLux, LandCruiser and Kedron caravans built for the bush. Fans can step inside the immersive outback-style campsite, get up close to the gear, see Toyota Genuine Accessories in action and discover how a touring rig is built for real Australian conditions.

For those campers ready to move, there’s the high-energy Big Time Bootscooter line dancing competition at Big Time Charlie’s on Thursday. For late-night camping reveller’s there’s music until late with the Amazon Music After Party at the Tailgate Stage and at Nifty’s Dusty Disco, Willie Pake delivers late-night 90s country powered by Red Bull. Honky Tonk Stomp Line Dancing is back, now with a freestyle finish. Start with guided line dancing lessons, then stay for our freestyle sessions. Dances will be released before the festival so you can strut, shuffle or wing it.

When it’s time to recharge, there’s no shortage of options. From cocktails at the YETI Station VIP Bar, tequila sipping at Casamigos Tequila Garden and sit-down dining at The Boatshed Restaurant, the festival has every taste covered. At The Boatshed Restaurant you can book The Deck for a 90-minute premium session loaded with signature canapés and a premium beverage selection. It’s dining with a damn good view.

SECURE YOUR SPOT AT THE DECK AND ENJOY PREMIUM DINING WITH A PRIME VIEW OF THE MAIN STAGE

Over at Nifty’s Sports Bar, the energy ramps up with a packed schedule of live entertainment and activities across the weekend. On Friday and Sunday at 2pm, Ariat and Cowgirl Surf Club take over Nifty’s, bringing fierce fits, rodeo showdowns and plenty of yeehaw to the stage. Then on Saturday and Sunday morning, Adventure Kings presents Alpha Blokes LIVE & LOUD, delivering The Ultimate Game Show at Nifty’s. Expect bingo, trivia, big spins and plenty of laughs

The Music Shop is the place to go to get a hold of the latest CD and vinyl releases from CMC festival artists and alumni. Artist signings from your favourite festival talent will kick off at the Music Shop on Friday, 20th March and continue all weekend long. Get ready to snap a pic, grab the autograph, and don’t forget to stack your planner in the App so you don’t miss your moment.

VIEW ARTIST SIGNING TIMES

Add in shopping at the Market Stalls, Ariat & Outback Traders and Country Labelled Footy Shorts and Caps or take a turn of the Ferris Wheel for an elevated view of the festival site. There is no shortage of things to explore around the festival. Plus fellas can get the full cowboy treatment with haircuts and beard trims at the Beard Bar.

For the next generation of country fans there is the return of Lil’ Buckaroos Time featuring DJ Dorothy and The Tree of Wisdom. As well as facepainting Friday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm to keep the smiles coming all weekend.

The Beauty Bar will be keeping campers feeling fancy all weekend long with glam sessions, foot spas and good vibes down at Cowboy Campground. While you’re at Cowboy, check out the games and jumping castle. Hitch a ride on the Campground Bus Shuttle to get to there from Ace, Buck or Denim.

BOOK THE BEAUTY BAR ​

Whether you’re coming for the day or pitching up with friends for the full camping experience, your first CMC or your nineteenth, one thing’s certain: it will be an unforgettable weekend of mates, memories and great music.

The Queensland Government is proud to support CMC Rocks QLD through Tourism and Events Queensland.

CMC ROCKS QLD 2026 | FULL ARTIST LINE-UP

JORDAN DAVIS – OLD DOMINION – RILEY GREEN ​ ​ ​ ​

JOINED BY: ​

CARLY PEARCE – TUCKER WETMORE – DASHA – GAVIN ADCOCK – TYLER BRADEN ​
​HUDSON WESTBROOK – JAMES JOHNSTON – WAYLON WYATT – BAYKER BLANKENSHIP BRAXTON KEITH – VINCENT MASON – GEORGE BIRGE – WILLOW AVALON – CASEY BARNES ALEXANDRA KAY –THE CASTELLOWS – JAKE WORTHINGTON – ELIZABETH NICHOLS LAUREN WATKINS – WADE FORSTER – SARA BERKI – THE WET WHISTLES – HAYLEY JENSEN ROBBIE MORTIMER – BELLA MACKENZIE – TYLA RODRIGUES – MACKENZIE MAY ​ ​
​MACK GEIGER – BRIANA DINSDALE – JADE GIBSON – THEWESTERNGUIDE

DEE JAYE BUX – RATTLESNAKE JOHNNY – COUNTRY NIGHT ​ ​

WITH STAGE HOSTS: STORME WARREN – MIKE CARR – D.J. GRIZZLY ADAMS ​ ​

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Bringing together intimate storytelling with a gorgeous mix of country pop, indie and folk-rock sounds, Newcastle’s CHLOE GILL proudly presents her anticipated debut album, I HAVE A HABIT OF DREAMING. Featuring singles ‘Pushing Punishment’, ‘Down The Drain’, ‘Why?’, ‘Over Me’ and ‘Something In the Winter’, the album represents a strong touchstone in Chloe’s career.

Life lessons mix in with observations on emotional growth, as Chloe’s own personal journey navigating adulthood threads together with her ever-evolving creative adventure. Across its ten tracks, I HAVE A HABIT OF DREAMING offers the listener an opportunity to become immersed in gorgeous soundscapes, while also learning more about the songwriter and her natural ability to bring light to dark; rich texture to some beautiful observations, from paper to the studio and here, to record.

I HAVE A HABIT OF DREAMING delves into Chloe’s process of growing and adapting to life shaped by a late ADHD diagnosis; a process that has led her to discover and embrace self-love and acceptance. As such, she hopes the album offers some sense of resolve and connection to others out there who may have travelled, or are travelling, a similar path.

“My goal with this project is not only for neurodivergent people but is for anyone who has ever felt different, the record’s whole point is to remind people that it’s everyone’s first time being alive, as well as everyone’s last time being alive. How it’s just so much more worthwhile and meaningful to be kind, grateful, present, not get so caught up in things that don’t serve you, work, life stress, things you can’t control or the past. 

It’s about leading your own life, dreaming your own dreams and bringing them to life. I have always had a very supportive network around me and I understand not everyone has that privilege or ease in life and that sometimes it’s more complex than that, but this album really serves as a place for people to come to when they just need to feel a little more loved, believed in, confident, capable, strong, fearless and totally inspired to lead their own lives.” CHLOE GILL

The album has seen Chloe work with Newcastle producer Gareth Hudson (Amy Vee, Buddy Knox) at Hazy Cosmic Jive Studios. It also features contributions from talented musicians including Rachel Pogson, Eli Love, Brandon Yarnold, Jamie Pollock and Jesse O’Neill, who together with Chloe, have created a bed of sounds that elevate the lyricism in a beautiful way.

Sophisticated and fresh in its approach to heartfelt storytelling, I HAVE A HABIT OF DREAMING shows Chloe’s confidence as a songwriter and performer; pouring every ounce of honesty into her writing, she remains connected to the songs in such an emotionally mature way.

“It has been so much fun recording, touring, releasing and writing this project. I am eternally grateful for the collaboration across this project, I am so grateful for everyone who has been involved in making it happen. 

Recording an album whilst navigating an ADHD diagnosis, touring, my sister moving overseas,  and ending my long term relationship, and many other life events was really interesting and overwhelming. Life doesn’t stop just because you’re making an album. It really helped me use the album as an outlet for my emotions, my fears, my desire for understanding myself and who I really have been all my life.” CHLOE GILL

To celebrate the release of her new music, CHLOE GILL will be on tour in both duo and full band mode across New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia from April through into June – dates below!

  CHLOE GILL AUSTRALIAN TOUR DATES

TICKET LINK

Friday 17 April Stag & Hunter MAYFIELD NSW
Thursday 21 May The Wesley Anne MELBOURNE VIC
Friday 22 May The Taproom CASTLEMAINE VIC
Saturday 23 May Peninsula Hot Springs MORNINGTON PENINSULA VIC
Sunday 24 May Shiraz Republic CORNELLA VIC
Friday 29 May Knappstein CLARE VALLEY SA 
Sunday 31 May The Wheatsheaf Hotel ADELAIDE SA 
Saturday 27 June Fusebox MARRICKVILLE NSW

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Hailing from Richmond, Virginia, Lamb Of God grew to become one of the most influential bands in modern metal. Their fusion of thrash metal, metalcore and groove metal is unique and easily identifiable. Another important aspect of Lamb Of God’s musical identity is the vocals of Randy Blythe, and the band’s stable line-up has also… Continue Reading →

March 12, 2026: Set amongst the lush bushland confines of Dashville, at Lower Belford in the Hunter Valley, Thrashville returns, ready to rejoice at the darkest time of year, Saturday 27th June 2026.

Today the festival announces the first portion of the line up, with a broad range of bands from right across Australia, plus one special international guest, coming together for a one day explosion of punk, rock, metal and all in between.

The special international guest is a American punk pioneers FEAR, who for the first time ever in their fifty year career, are heading to Australia!

Formed in Los Angeles in 1978, FEAR didn’t just help shape punk rock – they defined its confrontational spirit. In 1981, the band made history as the first punk act to appear on national television in North America with their infamous Halloween performance on Saturday Night Live, courtesy of John Belushi. The chaotic set left the studio in shambles, landed the band on a permanent ban list, and was later ranked the #1 musical performance in the show’s history by Rolling Stone.

Their landmark debut album has sold over 500,000 copies and is widely regarded as one of the ten greatest punk records of all time.

Other leading acts on the bill include internationally acclaimed, Australian brutal death metal act Disentomb, and Australia’s most loveable high-energy punk rascals The Bennies

The full line up is below:

FEAR (USA) | Disentomb | The Bennies
Dregg | Hybrid Nightmares | Turtle Skull
Good Sniff | Private Wives| Couch Wizard | Catpiss
Purple Disturbance | Pyrefly | Whisperhead | Shacked!
Happy Fuckin Family | Immortal Within | I Hate People

PLUS Thrashville will add the four winners rising from the Thrashville Regional Battles, which happen across NSW at the following regional locations:

Crossroads Bar – DUBBO – 9th May
Pot Belly Bar – CANBERRA – 18th April
The Servo – PORT KEMBLA – 22nd May
Blah Bar – LISMORE – 31st May

Tickets for these regional battles will go on sale in coming days, alongside an announcement on the 16 or so bands that will join those line-ups.

Thrashville 2026 Early Bird tickets sold out in a couple of days, and with today’s incredibly unique and heavy line-up announce, it’s all positive signs that 2026 will be a big year for this fiercely inclusive regional festival, which holds its own as an outing like no other.

Rolling off the success of last year – where the 2025 event trialled a new time of year and a four-stage layout, and seemed to take the throne as the best edition in the festival’s history – the 2026 festival will, in most cases, remain exactly the same: a few minor tweaks at best, but mostly the return of all the good stuff.

In 2026, Thrashville is pleased to announce that the festival is supported by the Australian Government’s Revive Live program. Providing financial support towards the regional battle events and other festival programming and infrastructure.

The festival will be a huge day of live music, accompanied by an evolving mix of awesome attractions, including pro-skateboarding displays, roaming performers, a tattoo parlour, select stalls and live art displays.

Thrashville is rated MA+15. Whilst under-age persons are welcome to attend, they must be in the immediate presence of a responsible adult at all times.

Tickets for Thrashville are on sale and available via the Dashville website. dashville.com.au/thrashville

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