Finnish progressive metal legends AMORPHIS will return to Australian shores for the first time in 13 years this September 2026, bringing their atmospheric power and mythic storytelling to Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, and Sydney. AMORPHIS will bring their signature blend of melodic metal and progressive soundscapes to Australia, performing a career-spanning set that journeys through their rich discography — from early classics to modern fan favourites.

Superheaven's long-awaited return may be still months away, but that hasn't slowed down the response to tickets moving out the door.
With Perth selling out in Deccember, we are pleased to confirm that the show has been moved to Magnet House and new tickets are on sale now.
All tickets remain valid with no action required.

Attention all Aussie ENTER SHIKARI fans: prepare to be a winner this May, with the dynamic UK electronicore marvels set to return down under for a headline run, joined by special guest GRANDSON. Opening on Thursday 14 May in Fremantle, ENTER SHIKARI will take their juggernaut live show to Adelaide, Melbourne, Frankston, Newcastle, Sydney, Brisbane, and close out proceedings on Sunday 24 May on the Sunshine Coast.

Choose Your Cruise is pleased to announce Hellbound will return in January 2027, following the immediate sell out of its maiden voyage in 2026. The next chapter of Australia’s dedicated heavy metal cruise experience will sail 17-21 January 2027 aboard Carnival Splendor, delivering four nights of heavy metal mayhem.

Colorado-based progressive melodic death metal innovators Allegaeon are set to storm Australia this March 2026 with a highly anticipated tour, bringing their signature blend of intricate guitar work, symphonic interludes, and science-themed lyricism to fans Down Under.
Following the release of their critically acclaimed 2025 album The Ossuary Lens, Allegaeon will deliver powerful live shows in five major cities.

Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening/JBLZE is announcing the final dates to Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Led Zeppelin classic, Physical Graffiti and what better way to wrap up the World Tour than with dates down under! The landmark tour will let fans experience classics such as ‘The Wanton Song’ and ‘Kashmir’ live alongside deeper cuts like ‘In The Light’ and ‘Boogie With Stu.’

PHIL CAMPBELL’s legacy is etched into the very DNA of heavy metal. For over three decades with MOTÖRHEAD, he delivered a guitar style that was raw, unpretentious, and unmistakably powerful; equal parts grit, groove, and attitude. His riffs became the backbone of the band’s late‑era sound, carrying their ferocity into a new generation while honouring the spirit Lemmy built.

September 2026 – Prepare your necks and brace your ears — SHRED FEST 2026 is coming! The renowned travelling metal festival will storm across Australia and New Zealand, delivering an unmatched celebration of technical excellence, intensity, and musical precision.

German Goth Metal pioneers Lord of the Lost hit Australia for the first time in February 2026, joined by Melbourne industrial heavyweights Witchgrinder. Drawing from classic horror and sci fi, Witchgrinder’s relentless darkness and commanding live presence cement their status as true industrial titans.

Brisbane iconic heavy music and dark arts festival, Dead of Winter, will return on Saturday 27 June 2026 at the Mansfield Tavern, marking its first edition since 2019. Founded in 2009, Dead of Winter began as a home for heavy music, dark art and alternative culture, built for a community that lived outside the mainstream.

The kings of New York cool are returning Down Under. After 15 years, FUN LOVIN’ CRIMINALS are back with their seventh studio album A Matter of Time, bringing their signature blend of gritty rock, hip-hop, and cinematic soul to Australian shores in March 2026

GAYC/DC are not just a tribute band, they’re a bold reimagining of rock’s most masculine catalogue. Flipping AC/DC classics through unapologetic queer celebration, they deliver sweat-soaked, high-energy shows with serious musicianship, earning genuine respect across the rock world. For their first Australian tour, they bring glitter, grit and riffs that hit just as hard.

After steadily building momentum with their post hardcore and alternative metal edge, Gold Coast outfit HAMMERS kick off 2026 with the release of their debut album DEATH WOBBLES on January 23. To mark the occasion, the band will hit the road for an East Coast album launch tour throughout March and April.

In 2026, prepare to share even more space with Aussie rock icons Cog, with the band today announcing eight additional shows for the new year. Joining their two added Western Australian performances later this month, April will now find Cog heading to Gosford, Sydney's Northern Beaches, Canberra, Wollongong, Penrith, Hobart, Chelsea Heights and Barwon Heads. 

Sumac have announced Ambry Downs and JW Paton as supports for their upcoming Australian tour, hitting Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide. The run will see the band joined by two boundary pushing experimental acts, setting the tone for a dense and immersive live experience across all dates.

Gore Metal kings EXHUMED (USA) hit the blood-soaked road in 2026, announcing their long-awaited return to Australia and New Zealand in support of their brand-new album Red Asphalt, out February 20, 2026 via Relapse Records.The undisputed masters of “Gore” Metal rev their engines and prepare one of 2026’s most frenetic, unhinged slabs of sonic obliteration.

Hardline Media are stoked to announce the inaugural and triumphant Reckoning tour of VINDICTA. Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney & Brisbane, it’s your turn…
Born from the ruins of greatness, VINDICTA rise, more original and even greater than before. Australian believers, we heard your call…vocalist Grace Pasturini (Lilith) and guitarists Amber Maldonado (Lamia) and Patri Grief (Rusalka) will be descending down under in June 2026.

Finnish rock heavyweights The Rasmus will make their long-awaited Australian debut tour this January/February, with Melbourne’s Nth Rd confirmed as special guests on all dates.