DARKC3LL
Their press release claims that DARKC3LL have “literally exploded” onto the live music scene and the goth/industrial circuit in the last six months,” which is probably a bit of press release hyperbole ‘cos I’m sure a literal explosion would make the news. Nevertheless, they’ve supported the likes ofCombichrist, Static-X and Genitorturers, and now they’re supporting US shock rocker Wednesday 13 (Murderdolls) on his national tour. They’ll be playing material off their debut album, Reboot : Repeat, as well as showcasing a taste off their new album, set for a 2013 release.
Creepshow
I bloody love Halloween. Frankly I don’t give a crap when people complain about it being an American thing or whatever: metalheads all know it’s based on a pagan thing which is inherently metal and awesome. Plus: candy. Melbourne’s biggest Halloween party, the Creepshow Halloween Festival,will be returning to The Espy this October. Performing live will be Engine Three Seven, The Khyber Belt, Ten Thousand, Over-Reactor, Bronson, Anna Salen VS Mario Bros, Sharaya, LeBelle, I Am Duckeye, Cloud City, Massive, Kettlespider, Arcane Saints plus more to be announced, as well as opportunities to win some prizes for your Halloween attire. What are you gonna dress as? I was the Ice King from Adventure Time at my son’s sixth birthday party recently – maybe I’ll bust that out again for Creepshow. Creepshow is happening on Saturday October 20, with tickets $24 and on sale now via Oztix online. For all Creepshow information head to the Creepshow website, creepshowfestival.com.
Gig Alert: The Metal Bible
Richmond’s Central Club will rock to the heavy sounds of Mortification, Wonrowe Vision and Rosanna’s Raiders from 7.45pm on Saturday October 20. The gig celebrates the launch of The Metal Bible in Australia. The modern English version of this New Testament also has articles by Nicko McBrain (Iron Maiden) and Tommy Aldridge (Whitesnake). Tickets are $15 at the door.
Whiplash Pre-Gig Party!
Headlining this year’s Whiplash Festival is Denmark’s mind bending sonic assault Mnemic. In anticipation for the show, there is a pre-gig party the night before at House of Rock. Door prizes on the night are two double passes to Whiplash the next day and the first 50 people through the door receive a free Whiplash Compilation CD. Doors open at 10pm and say ‘Whiplash’ at the door for discounted entry of $10.
Feast Your Ears On Some Metal
Plunge into the wicked world of Aussie heavy metal at Feast Of Metal, a full-day event of medieval-styled mayhem and debauchery of the likes ye have never seen before. The action kicks off with an epic metal treasure hunt around the city, then heading to the medieval hall at Revolt Artspace in Kensington. Feast of Metal will feature some of Australia’s best metal acts to melt your face off. In a good way, of course. Merchandise stalls, metal and medieval themed games, trivia and more will keep you entertained whilst the Metal Tavern will keep you fed and hydrated. Your ears will be well and truly metalised by Be’Lakor, Black Majesty, Orpheus, HMAS Vendetta, Catacombs (Woo! Catacombs! Have you heard these guys yet? If not, make that your personal mission), Troldhaugen, Damnations Day and more to be announced. The event is supported by The Thousands, Pro Light & Sound, Metal Massacre and Revolt Melbourne.
Gig Alert: Black Sabbath. Really.
Sharon Osbourne has revealed via Triple M that Black Sabbath – yes, theBlack Sabbath – plan to tour Australia in 2013. I’ll put that one on the ‘I’ll Believe It When I See It’ pile, but I’m still going to start weeing myself just a little bit each day in excitement.
Gig Alert: Lost Angels
Lost Angels, the supergroup featuring John Corabi (Motley Crue, The Scream, Union, Ratt), guitarist Eric Dover (Jellyfish, Slash’s Snakepit, Alice Cooper, Sextus, and you can also see him playing guitar in theBrady Bunch movie), drummer Troy Patrick Farrell (White Lion, Pretty Boy Floyd, Gilby Clark) and bass player Eric Brittingham (Cinderella)are hitting Oz in December to play special intimate shows in selected cities. They’ll be at The Hi-Fi on Friday December 21. The band was formed as a side project so the guys could continue their love of playing and touring. And even though it all sounds good, I’d venture to suggest the price of admission would be well worth it just for the opportunity to hear Corabi belting out stuff from the one Motley Crue album he sang on. That thing was a motherfucker, and even 18 years since its release it still sounds pretty damn good.
