We are extremely happy to offer our very first EVERYDAY METAL tee.
Featuring a huge SUPPORT LOCAL HEAVY METAL back print, our shirts are designed in house and printed by the very talented Redwood Press on 100% combed cotton.
Check out our behind the scenes video below and you can get your tee in our online store.
Since their 2023 tour, this iconic band appears to have gained a new generation of fans, as evidenced by the freshly painted faces among the crowd at this show. It’s a testament to the timelessness of their music—proof that a band like this will continue to resonate with younger generations drawn to the raw power of True Norwegian Black Metal. Among the sea of fans, the original followers stood proudly, clad in their battle jackets and vests, embodying decades of loyalty. This 40th-anniversary show was a powerful reminder that this band’s legacy is eternal.
The evening featured a special guest performance by Host, a three-piece band hailing from Lismore, New South Wales, Australia. They opened their set with a powerful drumbeat that immediately grabbed my attention—and that of the entire crowd—pulling all eyes toward the stage. Despite playing only three songs and leaving the stage without saying a single word, they made a lasting impact.
Their sound was suspenseful and eerie, wrapped in an air of mystery that captivated the audience. Drummer N.R., referred to as “pulse and time,” delivered beats that reverberated through the theater, all while performing standing up in some parts. N.J., responsible for “noise, hallucinations, and conduct,” contributed to the haunting atmosphere with dissonant and otherworldly sounds. Meanwhile, vocalist L.O.N.S., aptly described as the embodiment of “voice, breath, and chaos,” brought a chaotic energy that tied the performance together.
The combination of their distinctive elements created an enigmatic and unforgettable experience.
A video played in the background, showcasing a collection of photos and clips chronicling the band’s history, from their early beginnings to the present day. It highlighted pivotal figures like Euronymous, the band’s founder, and former lead singer Dead, both of whom tragically passed away but left behind an enduring legacy: the monumental empire that is Mayhem. From its inception, the band has unleashed chaos upon the soundscape of black metal.
The stage lights dimmed, and the band emerged with Attila Csihar adorned in his signature corpse paint, dripping in blood. The atmosphere was electric.
The crowd’s energy was palpable, erupting into a wild mosh pit by the second song, “Bad Blood.” Arms swung, bodies collided, and the floor pulsed with movement. Bassist Necrobutcher pointed into the crowd, adding to the frenzy, as more imagery flashed across the screen—photos of the band over the years intertwined with glimpses of horrors from around the world.
As they launched into their sixth song, “Chimera,” Attila Csihar returned to the stage wearing a beret, exuding a commanding presence. His dominance over the crowd remained unshaken as the set continued with tracks like “My Death,” “View From Nihil,” and “A Grand Declaration of War.” During this segment, he brought out a noose and a cross crafted from bones, intensifying the theatricality of the performance.
After delivering “De Mysteriis Dom Sathanas,” the band briefly left the stage. In their absence, a video of Dead played, featuring voice recordings from his time in Mayhem. The band reemerged cloaked in long black robes with hoods, performing “Funeral Fog” with Dead’s original vocals layered over the live music—a chilling homage that sent the crowd into an uproar.
The night pressed on with classics from their early catalog, including “Chainsaw Gutsfuck” and “Deathcrush.” Towards the end of the night, the mosh pit had transformed into a sweaty, chaotic frenzy, with shirtless men colliding in a sea of raw energy and adrenaline.
It all culminated in the ferocious finale, “Pure Fucking Armageddon,” towardsthe end in which Attila Csihar collapsed dramatically on the floor. Meanwhile, Necrobutcher finished what appeared to be a bottle of wine, adding a chaotic yet fitting end to the performance.
Before leaving the stage, Attila ripped up the setlists, wiping his face with them before handing pieces to fans in the crowd—a final gesture of connection and chaos to cap off an unforgettable night.
The night was a true homage to the band’s enduring legacy in the metal world and their rich, storied history. A heartfelt thanks to the teams at Soundworks Touring, Cult Ettiquite PR and Northcote Theatre for hosting this unforgettable experience.
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Rock band L.S. Dunes is excited to share the title track from their forthcoming album. Fans can stream Violet now, and watch the brand new music video here. L.S Dunes’ highly anticipated sophomore album, Violet, will be out on January 31st, 2025 via Fantasy Records.
“I think Violet is the song that fully encapsulates everything we do as a band. Frank brought the demo to the band as a fully structured song, and it seemed that we all just knew immediately what we had to do,” shares bassist Tim Payne. “I hear quite a few elements from songs on Past Lives, but it’s filtered through the lens of a more established musical language between us, and we were able to take this already incredible song Frank wrote and elevate it to a place I don’t think any of us imagined it could go.”
Adds front man Anthony Green: “This song is about someone getting exactly what they deserve. This song helped me get through the feeling of being ghosted.”
L.S. Dunes recently wrapped up their US tour with Rise Against and will be joining the band overseas in the UK and Europe in early 2025.
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Norwegian collective, Wardruna, will be touring Australia and New Zealand
for the first time ever next month!
Their latest album, Birna, will be released on January 24, while they are in Australia.
As part of their visit to our shores, the group have announced a series of Meet and Greet & Q+A events to take place in every city they visit.
Melbourne, Brisbane and Auckland will be treated to an exclusive Meet and Greet with all members of the group. While in Sydney, the iconic Utopia Records will host an Instore signing session.
The Meet and Greet events will feature a live interview with Wardruna’s creator,
Einar Selvik onstage before being opened up to the floor. This is your chance to ask that one question you’ve always wanted to ask!
There will also be an incredibly special and intimate acoustic performance by Einar which will stay with you forever.
Stay Gold – Melbourne
Wednesday, January 22 from 7.00pm
Hosted by PBS FM’s Kene Lightfoot of Burning Bitumen
Utopia Records – Sydney
Saturday, January 25 from 12.00pm
Instore signing (free event, no Q+A or acoustic performance)
Outpost Bar – Brisbane
(located within Fortitude Valley Music Hall)
Monday, January 27 from 11.30am
Hosted by legendary radio broadcaster Costa Zouliou
Tuning Fork – Auckland
Wednesday, January 29 from 7.00pm
Hosted by legendary radio broadcaster Riccardo Ball
Wardruna’s brand new album, Birna will be released on Friday, January 24 and will be available for purchase at all events. Be one of the first in the world to secure your copy and also have it signed by the band! Photo opportunities with all members of Wardruna will also be possible for all attendees of both the Meet and Greets and the Instore.
Tickets are strictly limited and are expected to sell out quickly so get yours now at:
TOUR DATES
Thursday, January 23: Melbourne, Palais Theatre, Melbourne
Saturday, January 25: Enmore Theatre, Sydney
Monday, January 27: Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane
Thursday, January 30: Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre, Auckland NZ
Tickets from
destroyalllines.com
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Photos – Mitch – @photo.amai
In its 32nd year, the MOONEYES hot rod and custom show brought together some of the country’s highest-quality custom cars and bikes. We had the pleasure of attending the setup day and the event to get up close and personal with some amazing vehicles and chat with their passionate owners.
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Photos – Mitch – @photo.amai
Daikoku PA is one of Tokyo’s most famous car meet locations, Japan’s car lovers have met here almost every night since the 1980s. We had the pleasure of attending several meets. A huge thanks goes out to @triplesix_photography for showing us around.
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Photos – Mitch – @photo.amai
Daikoku PA is one of Tokyo’s most famous car meet locations, Japan’s car lovers have met here almost every night since the 1980s. We had the pleasure of attending several meets. A huge thanks goes out to @triplesix_photography for showing us around.
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Cover shot – DETHKLOK
Australia! DETHKLOK, the groundbreaking extreme metal band from the animated series METALOCALYPSE, are inbound our way to wake us all the hell up!
Having transformed from a screen sensation into a real-life dynamic force, these mind-blowing shows will display the unique blend of savage instrumentation and comedic genius that has captivated audiences across the globe. Live, DETHKLOK is a multi-media powerhouse that showcases animation, comedy and brutality, excellently recreating the popular albums and animated visuals in a live atmosphere.
With the band including musician and show co-creator Brendon Small, plus legendary drummer Gene Hoglan, ‘AWAKEN AUSTRALIA’ will level the heavy metal playing field into a class all of its own.
DETHKLOK performing at
April 4th – Melbourne, The Forum
April 5th – Sydney, The Roundhouse
April 6th – Brisbane, The Tivoli
April 8th – Adelaide, Hindley Street Music Hall
VIP PRE-SALE TICKETS FROM 10.00am local times Thursday December 12th
GENERAL TICKETS ON SALE FROM 10.00am local times Friday December 13th
MELBOURNE – www.ticketek.com.au
SYDNEY, ADELAIDE – www.moshtix.com.au
BRISBANE – www.ticketmaster.com.au
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Words – CeeCee
Photos – Ben Gunzburg
What a sweaty, fun-filled day at Good Things Festival 2024 at Flemington Racecourse! The sun was blazing, the crowd was buzzing, and the music was non-stop. From old-school classics to new hits, this festival truly had something for everyone. It was a day full of music, friends, and family, and I couldn’t have asked for a better way to spend it.
The day kicked off with a scavenger hunt that had me and my friends on the lookout for people dressed in ducks, watermelons, bananas, pineapples, flamingos, strawberries, and fairy bread. The ducks were the clear favourite, with 27 duck-themed outfits spotted by the end of the day! It was a fun way to engage with the crowd before the music started.
311 hit the stage with a blast of nostalgia, opening with “Beautiful Disaster” and “Come Original.” This was their first Australian tour in 26 years, and the crowd was hyped to relive those memories from our childhood. It was such a special moment, hearing these iconic tracks live for the first time for myself.
Next up was Alpha Wolf, who opened their set with “Haunter,” pulling the crowd right to the front with a wave of people. Lead singer Lochie Keogh encouraged first-time moshers to dive into the pit, reassuring them that the fans would take care of each other. The energy was intense, especially with the live debut of “Half Living Things.”
The Living End were absolutely on fire, opening with “Second Solution.” As a Melbourne band, they knew how to connect with the local crowd, and they did just that. Scott Owen nailed his signature bass stunt, and the crowd erupted during “Prisoner of Society.” Chris Cheney even joked about this being the best crowd they’d had so far (though not biased, of course). The pit was wild, and crowd surfers were everywhere!
Northlane brought their A-game with songs like “Talking Heads” and their newly released “Welcome to the Industry.” The crowd was buzzing, though one fan noted there weren’t as many pyros as usual. Still, they powered through with older tracks like “Dispossession,” and guitarist Josh Smith hyped up the crowd to get everyone on their feet, mosh-pitting, and crowd surfing.
Mastodon brought some serious fire with their performance of “Pushing the Tides” and some epic pyros. As the rain started to come down, the band checked in on the crowd and thanked them for sticking it out. They played a few classics like “Seabeast” and “Iron Tusk,” and Troy Sanders introducing João Nogueira on keyboards for the first time in Australia. They wrapped it up with “Blood and Thunder” as the rain came down even harder—what a way to end the set!
Violent Femmes gave us a blast of nostalgia with “Blister in the Sun.” At one point, they even used a seashell as an instrument! They celebrated their 40th anniversary of their first Australian tour and treated us to hits like “Prove My Love” and “Add It Up,” ending the set with “American Music.” It was a feel-good moment for everyone in the crowd.
Electric Callboy opened their set with “Tekkno Train,” and their energy was off the charts. After Sum 41 had to pull out due to Deryck Whibley’s illness and their drummer David Friedrich also falling ill, they were lucky enough to have Frank Zummo fill in on drums. Kevin Ratajczak and Nico Sallach joked about “clapping the rain away,” and the crowd was all in. Their cover of “Everytime We Touch” was a blast, and the crowd went wild when they played “Hypa Hypa” and even a cover of Sum 41’s “Still Waiting.”
Next up was Kerry King, delivering one of the most intense sets of the day. Known for his fierce presence, King brought the heat with explosive pyros and an electrifying performance. He fired up the crowd, encouraging them to push the limits and joke about making the security guards complain. The energy was off the charts, with moshing and chaos to match Slayer’s thrash intensity. Ending with “From Hell I Rise,” King’s set was a blistering reminder of the power of live thrash metal.
Then, Billy Corgan took the stage with The Delta Rigs, bringing a completely different vibe. Corgan, a legend of alternative rock, delivered an intimate yet high-energy set that had the crowd hooked. Opening with a cover of INXS’s “Don’t Change,” he showcased his versatility before diving into Smashing Pumpkins hits. His haunting vocals and smooth instrumentation created a nostalgic moment. Corgan’s effortless stage presence made this set cathartic, with the crowd fully in tune with every note.
Korn closed out the day with an incredible set that spanned their entire career. From classics like “Got the Life” and “A.D.I.D.A.S.” to a newer track “Start the Healing,” the crowd was rocking non-stop. Jonathan Davis even saying, “This is a song we haven’t played in a long ass time,” before rolling into “Hey Daddy.” The atmosphere was electric, with every song sparking nostalgia and excitement. Hearing the cymbal tapping from “Blind” brought back memories of my childhood and the movies that featured this track.
As they celebrated 30 years of Korn, Jonathan Davis pulled out the bagpipes for a powerful rendition of “Shoots and Ladders,” before teasing a bit of Metallica’s “One” towards the end of the song. They also gave the crowd a quick snippet of “Twist,” playing the iconic “You not rrrh rot” part, much to the audience’s delight. The energy only intensified with “Falling Away From Me,” leading into a roaring rendition of “Freak on a Leash.”
They ended with “Low Rider” by War playing over the speakers as they exited, leaving the crowd on a high note. Korn’s set was a perfect blend of their timeless classics, bringing fans on an unforgettable journey through their legendary career.
Overall, Good Things Festival 2024 was a fantastic mix of old and new, with bands from all corners of the rock and metal world delivering their best. The energy was electric, the crowd was amazing, and the day was filled with nostalgia and fresh discoveries. A big thank you to Destroy All Lines, Good Things Festival, and Flemington Racecourse for such an unforgettable experience!
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Words – CeeCee
Photos – Ben Gunzburg
The energy was off the charts as two legendary metal acts, Kerry King and Mastodon, rocked Melbourne for a night to remember. Both bands brought their unique flair and intense presence, creating an unforgettable experience for the fans before the big event Good Things Festival on Friday 6th of December.
Kerry King, with his unmistakable fiery attitude, kicked off his set with Mark Osegueda’s hyped-up pep talk: “Remind us where the fuck we’re at. You hear me? Let’s fucking do this!” The audience was immediately thrown into the chaos as the mosh pit erupted with Slayer’s blistering “Repentless” cover. But the highlights didn’t stop there—Kerry King and the band paid tribute to the late Paul Di’Anno with a powerful rendition of Iron Maiden’s “Killers,” a fitting nod to the heavy metal legend we lost just over a month ago. The show continued with fiery anthems like “Toxic,” tackling the state of the world’s politics, and a devastating track about war “Shrapnel”.
The crowd was a whirlwind of energy, igniting into a massive circle pit when the iconic riff of Slayer’s “Raining Blood” hit. As the set reached its climax, Mark Osegueda turned up the heat, urging the crowd to give security something to complain about: “Do you understand me?” With that, they launched into the title track off their latest album “From Hell I Raise”. The intensity was palpable—this was Kerry King’s world, and we were all just along for the ride. The first show in Melbourne was a smash hit, and the fans loved every second.
Next up, Mastodon took to the stage, setting the tone with their high-octane opener, “Blood and Thunder.” The crowd erupted in excitement as Troy Sanders greeted Melbourne warmly, reminiscing on the band’s long-awaited return after six years. His words resonated with the fans, especially when he mentioned the 20-year anniversary of their groundbreaking Leviathan album. “Tonight, we’re going to play it from top to bottom for all of you,” he announced, and the crowd went wild in anticipation.
Mastodon’s set delivered exactly what fans were hoping for, including a mesmerising performance of “Iron Tasks”. Brann Dailor brought a unique moment with the band’s final song from the album, “Joseph Merrick,” encouraging the crowd to sway along with their phone lights to the instrumental masterpiece while a spotlight hit Brent Hinds. As the night progressed, Mastodon kept the momentum going, rolling through fan favourites like “Crystal Skull,” “Pushing Tides,” and “More Than I Could Chew,” each song perfectly capturing the band’s signature mix of heavy riffs and intricate musicianship.
The night concluded with the band expressing their gratitude to the crowd. Brann, in his usual comedic fashion, thanked the fans, cracked a few jokes, and threw out a huge stack of drumsticks as a token of appreciation. It was a fitting end to a night filled with intense performances and shared love for metal, leaving the stage the song “Goodbye Horses” started playing over the speakers which I thought was a funny touch to end the night.
Both Kerry King and Mastodon delivered unforgettable shows, each band showcasing their legacy while giving fans a night to remember. From Kerry King’s aggressive thrash to Mastodon’s intricate heaviness, the night was a true celebration of metal’s power.
Thank you to the crew at Good Things, Destroy All Lines and Northcote Theatre for putting on an amazing show and allowing us to cover it.
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Cover shot – SLIPKNOT
After months of relentless chaos and sold-out arenas, SLIPKNOT has announced two exclusive headline sideshows next year on the heels of KNOTFEST AUSTRALIA, visiting Adelaide’s AEC Arena on Tuesday 4 March, and Spark Arena in Auckland on Tuesday 11 March.
As always, attendees can expect a performance unlike any other, from a band who only get more thrilling, exciting and cathartic as time goes on. Having released a new record in 2022, The End, So Far (crowned at #1 on the ARIA Albums Chart; their fourth consecutive album to do so), SLIPKNOT refuse to rest on past glories and continue to innovate, with fan favourites including as many new songs as older. Between enduring fan-revered singles like Duality, Psychosocial and Wait and Bleed, as well as deeper cuts and newer material over the years, SLIPKNOT’s drive and creativity bleeds through their jaw-dropping live performances.
In 2012, the journey to creating a platform of their own in KNOTFEST, was born out of SLIPKNOT’s dedication to creating a memorable live experience for audiences around the world. Headline slots at some of the world’s biggest festivals including Download, Wacken, Rock In Rio, Louder Than Life, Hellfest and more perfectly set SLIPKNOT up with the ambition to take things further; building their own festival that not only championed new waves of incredible talent, but enshrined their own status as one of the best bands to do it.”
The music and counterculture experience that is KNOTFEST will hit the East coast of Australia starting on Friday, February 28th at Flemington Racecourse in Melbourne, then heads to Brisbane on Sunday, March 2nd at Brisbane Showground before wrapping up in Sydney on Saturday, March 8th at Centennial Park.
Headlined by SLIPKNOT, the 2025 festival line-up also includes A DAY TO REMEMBER, BABYMETAL, SLAUGHTER TO PREVAIL, POLARIS, WITHIN TEMPTATION, ENTER SHIKARI, HATEBREED, IN HEARTS WAKE, HEALTH, MISS MAY I, VENDED and SUNAMI.
Tickets for KNOTFEST are on sale now, and don’t miss your chance to catch SLIPKNOT in a headline setting next March in Adelaide and Auckland; these tickets definitely won’t last long!
Knotfest Premium Members pre-sale on sale Thursday 5 December @ 9am local time
Promoter early bird pre-sale tickets on sale Thursday 5 December @ 10am local time
Register here -> https://daltours.cc/knot25
General tickets are on sale Tuesday 10 December @ 2pm local time
SLIPKNOT
KNOTFEST 2025 HEADLINE SIDESHOWS
TUESDAY 4 MARCH – AEC ARENA, ADELAIDE
TUESDAY 11 MARCH – SPARK ARENA, AUCKLAND
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