Thornhill Christmas Festival Extravaganza | Melbourne Pavillion
The night was full of unforgettable moments, from Santa throwing presents in the crowd and giving them to crowd surfers, to Mikaila joining the group on stage for a spine chilling rendition of “Lily & the Moon”. In the wake of their phenomenal last minute clutch at Good Things, and the resound success of “Bodies”, the band seems to have launched themselves to new heights, and seeing them perform tonight proved this new found glory further.
Molchat Doma | The Forum
Molchat Doma have a very distinct sound and emanate an energy you can’t get from any band in the West. Their album covers feature famous brutalist buildings like the Hotel Panorama in Slovakia and the Pyongyang Hotel, and there is no better parallel to their sound.
High Vis | Bendigo Hotel
They’re an interesting blend of hardcore punk and indie rock, transitioning between moods with tact while maintaining momentum throughout a boisterous set. Heavy punk songs are balanced with stripped-back indie choruses, and whenever things get too dark, they lighten them again. An Aristotelian set by a disciplined, intentional band.
Architects | Festival Hall
Between a strong support lineup and a band clearly grateful to be back on local stages, the night set a solid tone for the rest of the tour. If this first show is anything to go by, Architects’ relationship with Australian crowds remains as strong as ever, and it will be interesting to see how the rest of the run unfolds.
Nessa Barrett | Margaret Court Arena
Nessa Barrett knows what she's doing. She's a stellar vocalist, she's supported by a very talented backing band who serve her songs perfectly, and it's clear we're only just seeing the beginning of what will likely be a very strong and eventful career for her.
Good Things | Flemington Racecourse
Nostalgia, new blood, broken schedules and sweaty crowd, it all melted together into something unpredictable, alive and unmistakably memorable.
Fever 333 | Stay Gold
The energy both artists brought to the stage was nothing short of biblical, and on a small stage like that they still managed to use every inch of it to their advantage. Nights like this remind you why live music matters.
GWAR | Max Watts
Bodies surfed overhead, the pit kept mutating into new shapes and the front row screamed every line like it was gospel as fake blood dripped off their skin alongside the sweat. GWAR fed off of it, doubling down with their thrashing riffs and gore soaked vocals, it all merged into one visceral spectacle.
Scene Queen | Sooki Lounge
I adore her brutality, her femininity, and her unapologetic misandry. She is everything the metal scene is missing right now, and through her lyricism and performances she threatens the fragile masculinity embedded in the genre.
Sombr | Festival Hall
Lucky fans across Australia have lots of exciting things coming their way with Dust and Sombr, and many across the world as well with so many shows over the next 6 months it’s would not something you’d want to be missing.
Night Lovell | Northcote Theatre
Each artist carved out their moment, stacking energy on top of energy until Night Lovell closed the night with a performance that felt both heavy and cinematic. No matter where you stood in the venue, you could feel the pulse of the crowd, the low-end shaking the floor, and the collective rush of everyone locked into the same moment.
The Devil Wears Prada “Flowers” Album Review
“Maybe happiness is just what you get when you stop trying to be happy.”
That line captures both My Paradise and the heart of Flowers. It is an album about letting go and finding peace in imperfection, about learning to breathe within the weight of it all.
Evanescence | PICA Melbourne
As the lights came up and people began to leave, something lingered in the air. A warmth that was hard to describe. Seeing Evanescence in a venue like PICA felt almost sacred, a reminder of why music stays with us long after the final note fades. It bridges generations, connects strangers, and fills a room with something that words can never fully capture.
Caskets “The Only Heaven You’ll Know”Album Review
Album Review for Casket’s new album “The Only Heaven You’ll Know”.
James Blunt | Rod Laver Arena
What could have been a simple anniversary show became something far more personal. James Blunt’s performance at Rod Laver Arena was a reminder that honest music never loses its power to bring people together.
I See Stars | The Crowbar Review
Even with a jam packed setlist, we got more of an insight into the beginning of I See Stars, with how they first formed when Devin was just 11 years old and how money was not why they did this but for following their dreams and continuing to do what they love.
The Ghost Inside + Bleed From Within | The Forum Review
This was not just a concert; it was a testament to the power of perseverance. The Ghost Inside delivered a performance overflowing with passion, strength, and gratitude, reaffirming their vital place in the hearts of the global metalcore community.
HEAVENSGATE “A HEART IS A HEAVY BURDEN” EP Review
You can hear the hunger, the refinement, and the confidence of a band that’s evolved fast and with purpose. After touring with some of the biggest names in heavy music and sharpening their sound along the way, this EP feels like the statement they’ve been building toward.
All Time Low “Everybody’s Talking” Album Review
I can guarantee that if you are a die hard fan, or even new to the game, you will love this album and will find a gem on it that will stay on your playlist forever.
Bloom “The Light We Chase” Album Review
‘The Light We Chase’ is beyond question the group's most vulnerable and emotionally charged album to date. Across these 11 tracks we don't just get a peak behind the curtain, we get tangled up and immersed in it.