"‍Decay is a great first record. Given the band members live in different states, I’m not sure what the future holds for Barriers but they know how to write technically proficient and memorable death metal. It’s definitely worth checking out..." www.wallofsoundau.com/reviews/barr...

"At one time, they were the loudest band on the planet, feared in the music world as purveyors of sin, and a bad influence on the youth of the world. Metallica are now a family friendly beacon of health, wellness and positivity.." We review their BIG Sydney gig www.wallofsoundau.com/reviews/meta...

Deftones coming back down under in May 2026 with Interpol and Ecca Vandal www.wallofsoundau.com/news/deftone...

"The chance to see a band of this calibre in a venue of this size was an incredible and unique experience; I don’t think there’ll be a show quite like this again for Evanescence..." Wild scenes at their most intimate show in 20 years. 📷: Tyler Lubke www.wallofsoundau.com/reviews/evan...

"Last time... one of the Dune Rats came out and played, Bert from The Used lives in Australia now he came out and played. I think [👯] are coming to the Brisbane show." What's Goldfinger got planned for their QLD set at Good Things Festival? www.wallofsoundau.com/interviews/g...

Aussie nu-metal madmen Deficit are set to shake up the scene with new single 'FINAL BOSS' and forthcoming EP release later this month! www.wallofsoundau.com/new-music/de...

Seek Misery unleash their debut album on Friday so we grabbed bassist Davey McArthur to discuss his journey in the scene (including filling in for members of Confession), the recording processes and what's next for the upcoming core heavy hitters! www.wallofsoundau.com/interviews/d...

Mark Hoppus Of blink-182 Announced An Evening of Storytelling Tour in March 2026 www.wallofsoundau.com/news/mark-ho...

"Through a captivating combination of metalcore, thrash, pop and trap, The Devil Wears Prada have delivered their most ruminative endeavour yet. Flowers is raw, honest and insightful..." www.wallofsoundau.com/reviews/the-...

This Asian Invasion will get tongues wagging when Babymetal and Bloodywood take on Aussie Arenas in early 2026 www.wallofsoundau.com/news/babymet...

"The action keeps you locked in, the fight scenes are some of the BEST this franchise has ever seen, the overarching theme of chosen family is wholesome AF and the laughs and synthetic butt kicking were more than fulfilling..." Predator: Badlands was badass. www.wallofsoundau.com/reviews/pred...

Following the release of their latest single 'Deceiver' we sat down with PROMPTS vocalist PK to discuss more about the band’s background, inspirations and what makes the five-piece stand out in the scene. www.wallofsoundau.com/interviews/p...

"This track hits very close to home... It's about victims not being believed about their abuse because of the stigma that surrounds domestic violence as a whole." The Beautiful Monument are back with provocative new song, 'Dancing With The Buried'. www.wallofsoundau.com/new-music/th...

"Suicidal Tendencies was the most fun I’ve had getting yelled at by grown men in shorts. And I don’t even drink Pepsi (there it is, you knew I had to drop this reference somewhere. I hate myself)." 📷: Emanuel Rudnicki www.wallofsoundau.com/reviews/suic...

The ever impressive Kim Dracula celebrated Halloween in style with their first new song in two years - give 'In Threes' a spin ahead of their epic homecoming tour at the end of the month! www.wallofsoundau.com/new-music/ki...

What better way to start your Halloween festivities than with the first trailer for the forthcoming seventh instalment of the Scream franchise... #Scream7 hits cinemas Feb 27, 2026 www.wallofsoundau.com/news/neve-ca...

When music Idols and Peers hide or deny their sexuality, what message does that send to young fans? Roddy Bottum explains. His new memoir, The Royal We, is out November 4th. Full interview www.wallofsoundau.com/interviews/r...

YAYYYYYY - Poppy returns for a full Australian Tour with Ocean Grove and Inertia in tow this January! www.wallofsoundau.com/news/poppy-u...

Parkway Drive announce their HOME - Live at the Sydney Opera House concert feature film drops in 2026. To celebrate, frontman Winston McCall conducted a World First stunt - rappelling from the PWD helicopter into the sails of the iconic Opera House.

"Despite being drenched in thematic undertones, Creature In The Black Night propels experimental energy and infectious grooves as the band's paramount exploration, allowing creativity and conviction to rise at once..." New dayseeker is almost here! www.wallofsoundau.com/reviews/days...

“We had a bit of time off after an accident we had about 10 years ago, our drummer Andrew is playing with one fucking leg! But I’m a very thankful guy, and Australia is like our second home. So, if you keep coming, we’ll keep coming!” TGI forever! www.wallofsoundau.com/reviews/the-...

Ahead of the release of his first memoir, The Royal We, Roddy Bottum joins Browny for a candid chat about growing up gay, the throes of surviving heroin addiction and divulging deeply personal anecdotes for the very first time... www.wallofsoundau.com/interviews/r...

Electric Calboy's 2026 Australian Arena Tour just got BIGGER with Ice Nine Kills and Japan's coldrain added to the lineup. www.wallofsoundau.com/news/electri...

Wall Of Sound hit the ground running at Aftershock Festival - suss the Afterfilm and dive into the Aftermath with our Backstage Banter with Bands 🤘🛩🇺🇸 www.wallofsoundau.com/interviews/a...

Kim Dracula has come a long way since their humble beginnings in Hobart and next month Australian fans will be able to welcome them back with a debut homecoming tour for the history books. We chat with the heavy metal prodigy in anticipation... www.wallofsoundau.com/interviews/k...

😈 Behemoth Back Down Under 😈 www.wallofsoundau.com/news/behemot...

Pop Punk Tour of the Year 2026 incoming... www.wallofsoundau.com/news/good-ch...

Wall Of Sound stampeded through Aftershock Festival and to say we are tired, rekt and the happiest we've ever been would be an understatement. Relive the antics, the Australian domination and all the throwdowns we experienced. 📷: Lexi Alley www.wallofsoundau.com/reviews/afte...

It's Tool Time for Adelaide and Perth

New Zealand prog heroes Claemus return with a dedication to Puscifer's 'The Remedy'. Give it a massive spin and learn more about what else is in the band's pipeline! www.wallofsoundau.com/new-music/cl...

Welcome Atomic Rule. Feat. Andy Williams (ex-ETID), Eternal Sleep’s Travis Bennington, Dry Kill Logic’s Kevin Boutot, and James Hendergroove – this gifted group have brutifully fashioned three sensationally savage tracks in their debut EP. Hook in! www.wallofsoundau.com/reviews/atom...

Horror and Gaming fans will be squealing with bloodied delight following the release of the latest Halloween videogame trailer alongside the newly announced release date for next year! www.wallofsoundau.com/news/hallowe...

Aussie prog-core kings and queen Reliqa have burst back onto the scene with their latest genre-bender 'Your Touch' - guaranteed to have you questioning 'I thought these were kids from the Central Coast!?' www.wallofsoundau.com/new-music/re...

2026 is shaping up to be the year of the Polaris with the Aussie metalcore titans headlining Froth & Fury in Perth and RADelaide. We chat with frontman Jamie Hails all about it... www.wallofsoundau.com/interviews/j...

"Hardcore and deathcore have always resonated with one another, it's about that raw release of energy and honesty, and this track is our way of saying: we’re not holding anything back." Inarius are back with another short face-smashing to tide you over. www.wallofsoundau.com/new-music/in...

Paul Rudd and Jack Black vs. a giant murderous Anaconda... What's not to love about the premise of the #AnacondaMovie reboot? www.wallofsoundau.com/news/watch-t...

"In a time where people are feeling increasingly more disconnected while also feeling the pinch of financial constraints, a concept like Converge Festival truly steps up to fill that gap... We hope to see you for the next one." www.wallofsoundau.com/reviews/conv...

Ahead of the release of Violent Nature on Friday, we chat with I Prevail's Eric Vanlerberghe about stepping up to the plate as the band's new singer, HEAVY song 'God' and how to prevail through hard times... www.wallofsoundau.com/interviews/e...

"There’s a handful of metal bands ever who have successfully broken the glass ceiling of their sub-genre without losing their identity. Add Lorna Shore's I Feel The Everblack Festering Within Me to the list..." www.wallofsoundau.com/reviews/lorn...

Lorna Shore's Adam De Micco discusses the pressures the band have felt since releasing To The Hellfire and Pain Remains ahead of new album I Feel The Everblack Festering Within Me debuting. www.wallofsoundau.com/interviews/a...

This is not a test - a brand new Limp Bizkit song has surfaced and it's taking us straight back to the 2000s. Give 'Making Love to Morgan Wallen' a spin if you know what's good! www.wallofsoundau.com/new-music/li...

"Jason Butler's singlet was ripped to shreds; he was left biting its remains and hooking Sahyoun with a loop to embrace his brother in a loving hug... the finale was astronomical." Long live, letlive. 📷: Daniel Hill www.wallofsoundau.com/reviews/letl...

"Taking a moment to address the crowd, Damiani revealed they had just finished the last of their new album and spoke with genuine gratitude about how much it meant to be able to play these songs for the audience." www.wallofsoundau.com/reviews/don-...

"I Watched You Burn is on the right trajectory pushing past the raw brutality of their debut and showcasing an ability to control their songwriting to cause the utmost destruction." Time to get hyped for NICOLAS CAGE FIGHTER! www.wallofsoundau.com/reviews/nico...

Are you ready to party like a rockstarrr? We're giving one lucky reader the chance to walk the red carpet at the QLD Premiere of Spinal Tap II + runner-up in-season passes - thanks to Sony Pictures Releasing. Be quick, entries close Sept 18th www.wallofsoundau.com/news/win-spi...

"I took my dad to this one, since he brought me up on heavy metal and hard rock, and is a big fan of symphonic metal. He said it best - seeing Sabaton and Amaranthe in an arena was his 'grand final day.'" 📷: Clinton Hatfield www.wallofsoundau.com/reviews/saba...

Let's goooooo! Caution:Thieves are back in a big way with debut album The Astronomer set for launch in October and lead single 'The Sun Of Another World' ready to tantalise tongues! www.wallofsoundau.com/new-music/ca...

The femme fatale threesome of Amy Lee, Poppy and Spiritbox's Courtney LaPlante is set to blow expectations with empowering metal anthem, 'End Of You' www.wallofsoundau.com/new-music/am...

You've et the headliners of Converge Festival; now let's shine a light on the openers who are well worth your time and early attendance as the Brisbane leg kicks off this Sunday! www.wallofsoundau.com/news/converg...

For the first time in 15 years - the iconic Dream Theater lineup will head to Australia in Feb 2026 - celebrating 40 years of proggy goodness www.wallofsoundau.com/news/dreamer...