Melbourne’s a nice city. It’s got a cute tram and a very tall building they used to make lead shot in by dropping molten metal from a height into water. Talking of metal (oh, how smooth was that?)… Simple things first – where are you guys from? We’re from Melbourne, [...]

Avatar are currently gearing up to release their brand new album, Hunter Gatherer (reviewed by Rick). Prior to the release, our senior editor got the opportunity to chat with vocalist and frontman Johannes to discuss both the release, the current climate and a range of other topics. If you like [...]

King King are pleased to announce the release of their fifth studio album Maverick on Friday 16 October 2020 via Channel 9 Music – King King’s new independent label. The 10-track album, released on CD, vinyl and various bundles, is available for pre-order from their website. On Friday 31 July 2020, [...]

This is just a quick review as I have my kids staying so I’m having to battle them to get onto my PC… Phil Doran dropped us a copy of his new album, his debut as a solo artist. Phil is based in the north west of England, and has [...]

Following the incredible success of their sophomore release Save Me From Myself, Shotgun Mistress are back with another all-out rapturous sonic assault, “Glorious Machine”. It’s available to stream and purchase right now. This latest slice of pure contemporary rock doubles down on the band’s indomitable style. It’s incisive and dynamic [...]

The carnival rolls into town once more as Avatar returns to unveil their newest sideshow Hunter Gatherer. My first introduction to Avatar was at the 2017 Metal Hammer Golden Gods awards and I was instantly struck by their dark cinematic stage presence as well as their metal and roll sound. [...]