Rock / Metal
Live Gallery: Mayday Parade celebrate 20 years at Sydney’s Hordern Pavilion 13.09.2025
At Sydney’s Hordern Pavilion, Mayday Parade mark two decades together with a career-spanning set, joined by returning favourites Jack’s Mannequin and rising act The Home Team. The result is a night that feels less like nostalgia and more like a renewed connection between band and fans.
News:THE HARA return with dark and intoxicating new single “Stay,” and announces signing to Mascot Records.
THE HARA returns with their dark and intoxicating new single, “Stay,” and the news that they have signed to Mascot Records (Dinosaur Pile-Up, Calva Louise, Defects, VOLA). Listen to ‘Stay’ HERE Watch the Video for ‘Stay’ HERE They are also bringing their electrifying sonic assault on the road, supporting Nothing More in Europe, As December Falls in the UK …
Track: Dinosaur Pile Up do things ‘My Way’ on instantly lovable new single, with album and UK dates on the way
Dinosaur Pile-Up return with a bang on “My Way,” a no-holds-barred anthem that kicks off with an unexpected mix of animal noises and acoustic strums before exploding into the kind of punk-fuelled, riff-heavy rock they do best. It’s scrappy, confident, and completely lovable—with one of the most infectious choruses you’ll hear this year. There’s attitude …
Album Review: Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs – Death Hilarious; an unrelenting, thrilling ride
Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs have never been ones for half measures, and Death Hilarious is no exception. Their fifth album is a raw, unrelenting barrage of noise, riffs, and fury—a record that grabs you by the collar from the first note and doesn’t let go. If Land of Sleeper was their attempt …
Track: Pussy Heaven’s Hushpuppy Hits Hard—Grunge, Grit, and Resistance
Meet Pussy Heaven: The Band Redefining South Africa’s Rock Scene
Meet: Sam Grant and Ewan Mackenzie of Pigs x 7 ahead of new album Death Hilarious
Newcastle’s Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs have never been a band to do things by halves. Their latest album, Death Hilarious, is a calculated onslaught—raw, aggressive, and laced with a biting wit that refuses to sugarcoat reality. Sitting down with guitarist and producer Sam Grant and drummer Ewan Mackenzie, it’s clear that this …
Meet: Floodhounds Jack Flynn on Grit, Graft, and Noel Gallagher’s Harsh Advice
Sheffield-based trio Floodhounds have been tearing up the UK’s rock scene with their high-energy blend of indie, punk, and blues-infused riffs. With their latest single One Horse Race out now and a big London headline show on the horizon, we caught up with frontman Jack Flynn to talk about the band’s evolution, DIY ethics, and …
Track: Rosetta Stone give (Don’t Fear) The Reaper a gothic makeover
Goth survivors Rosetta Stone’s latest single, a cover of Blue Öyster Cult’s (Don’t Fear) The Reaper, reimagines the 1976 classic through a long black overcoat and dark eyeshadow. While the song has seen various renditions over the years, including notable versions by Heaven 17 and the Goo Goo Dolls, Rosetta Stone’s take stands out for …
Album Review: Francis Dunnery’s It Bites – Return to Natural
Francis Dunnery’s (FD It Bites) latest musical venture, “Return to Natural,” takes listeners on an evocative journey through an eight-track captivating album. An analogue recording inspired by the renaissance of vinyl, featuring an exceptional lineup of musicians, including Paul Brown on bass guitar, Chad Wackerman on drums, Tony Turrell on keyboards, and Dave McCracken creating …
Live Gallery: Underoath – Roseland Theater – Portland, Oregon – 23.03.2023
By Anthony Moore Underoath are out on tour with Periphery and Loathe in support of their most recent album Voyeurist. Backseat Mafia’s Anthony Moore was in attendance at The Roseland Theater in Portland, Oregon to get some photos. Underoath’s most recent album Voyeurist currently available on all major streaming platforms. Tickets for upcoming shows are …