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Anoxia are proud to launch the official single and video clip ‘Rule By Cold Steel’ from their upcoming album ‘Revel In Sin’.

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METAL TO THE GRAVE: Matt “Skitz” Sanders’ Final Live Performance

A Thunderous Farewell to a Legacy of Extreme Metal Annihilation

Adelaide, Australia – Saturday May 3^rd 2025 – Prepare for the ultimate blitzkrieg of pure, unrelenting extreme metal chaos as Matt “Skitz” Sanders, one of the most brutal and influential drummers in the history of underground metal, delivers his final, devastating performance at METAL TO THE GRAVE. This is not just a show – it is a sonic onslaught, a ceremonial obliteration of the mainstream, and a ferocious tribute to the underground that Skitz has helped forge.

The Line-Up will Include Diabolic Rites, Destruktor, Demoninacht, Hell Machine, Oath of Damnation, Persecution, Spectral Dominion & Tzun Tzu.

The event will take place at the JIVE on Saturday May 3^rd 2025, and promises to be an explosive, skull-crushing farewell to a career spanning nearly four decades of extreme metal carnage.

For nearly four decades, Matt Sanders has been the unholy heartbeat of the extreme metal scene. From his pioneering work with Damaged, Sadistik Exekution, Hobbs Angel of Death, Abramelin, Blood Duster, Gravetemple, and countless other boundary-pushing projects, Skitz’s ferocious blast beats, double-kick annihilation, and relentless precision behind the kit have redefined the art of percussion in the extreme metal world.

His contributions have reverberated through the hallowed halls of the underground, leaving a trail of obliterated eardrums and shredded amplifiers in his wake.

This will be the final time that Matt Sanders steps behind the kit for a live performance, and he’s vowed to go out with the raw, unbridled force that fans have come to expect.

But he’s not doing it alone. Skitz has personally curated an apocalyptic lineup of bands who share his commitment to pure aggression, brutality, and underground integrity. Prepare to be pummeled by the unrelenting riffs, blast beats, and guttural growls of an army of extreme metal warriors. No genre is safe. This is extreme metal in its purest, most unadulterated form.

Confirmed Bands for METAL TO THE GRAVE:

Diabolic Rites – the rabid & insidious spawn of Raw Black Satanic Metal playing their final show ever; DEMÖNINÄCHT/Matt Skitz Sanders (Skinvocations), BLODGRIS (Bass & Blackened Chants) & MUTILATOR (666 Strings) will take to the stage for one last hellish ride into the Infernal flames of blood- drenched & sadistic old school extreme metal!!! CHANT THE SPELLS OF KAOS & FIRE!!!

Spectral Dominion – An orgiastic feast of blackened death metal ripped from the city of churches

Oath of Damnation – Adelaide-based purveyors of a dark, symphonic style of blackened Death Metal reaching from Stratospheric orchestral heights to low, guttural, blasting devastation. Oath of Damnation is an onslaught of fury and malevolence upon the senses.

Demoninacht –  the Malevolent Bastard child of Matt Skitz Sanders, Paying An Unholy Tribute to the 1980’s Lord’s of Infernal Thrash Metal Debauchery

Hell Machine -“Hell Machine is a demonic two-piece blackened thrash attack, conjuring unholy chaos from the depths of Adelaide—pure sonic warfare forged in fire, blasphemy, and relentless aggression.

Destruktor – Geelong Extreme Metal Veterans Destruktor are ready to desecrate with brutality and fresh off the launch of the 3rd album “Indomitable”, DESTRUKTOR are looking forward to kicking your arse as we send Skitz off in style.

Tzun Tzu – TzunTzu is a four piece Death Metal band from South Australia with oriental influences both lyrically and stylistically performing oriental sounding passages intertwined with the heavy music.

Persecution –

A Statement from Matt “Skitz” Sanders:
“After nearly four decades behind the kit, countless shows around the world, and a lifetime of unforgettable memories, I have made the difficult decision to retire from playing live. This isn’t a decision I’ve taken lightly – it’s something I’ve been contemplating over the past year for many personal and professional reasons.”
“Drumming has been my life’s passion, and the journey it has taken me on is something I could never have imagined. From the sweat-soaked stages of underground venues to the massive festivals, I’ve been privileged to share this wild ride with incredible bandmates, loyal fans, and a thriving community that has supported me every step of the way.”
“The time has come, however, for me to step back and hang up the drumsticks when it comes to live performances. While I may no longer be behind the kit on stage, my love for music and the extreme metal scene remains as strong as ever.”
“To everyone who has come to a show, banged their heads, or shared this journey with me: thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your energy and support have made it all worthwhile. This isn’t goodbye – just a new chapter.”

Skitz’s legacy in extreme metal cannot be overstated. He has been a central force in the formation of Hate-Core and Grind subgenres, an architect of sonic devastation who has brought the fury of underground acts to audiences around the globe. With world tours, festival appearances, and relentless studio work with Destroyer 666, Funerary Pit, Cemetery Urn, Humonic, Insidious Torture, and more, Skitz has become a living legend among extreme metal’s most devout followers.

The lineup for METAL TO THE GRAVE will showcase a brutal blend of black metal, death metal, grindcore, doom, and thrash, reflecting the full spectrum of Skitz’s expansive musical journey. Expect nothing less than pure sonic carnage as he sends his farewell to the stage in the only way he knows how: with maximum intensity, crushing riffs, and blistering percussion.

Ticket Information:
Don’t miss your chance to witness the final live performance of one of extreme metal’s most ferocious drummers. METAL TO THE GRAVE promises to be a once-in-a-lifetime event, and tickets will sell out fast. Keep an eye on our social media channels for ticket sales and further updates.

Get ready for the final blast!
METAL TO THE GRAVE – an explosive, no-holds-barred farewell to the live stage.
The storm is coming. Stay brutal. Support the underground. Murder the mainstream.

Event Details: Date: 03/05/2025
Time: 2.30pm
Venue: Jive, Adelaide
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Anthony Blayney
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Anoxia – Revel in Sin Australian Album Launch Tour 2025

Sydney based Death Metal band ANOXIA are hitting the road in April/May to unleash their debut album “Revel in Sin” in the cities of Melbourne, Canberra and Sydney.

Bringing back a sound from a bygone era consisting of early 90’s USA style Death Metal and following the wake of the devastation caused by debut EP “Languish in Suffering”, the record sees the band taking their sound to the next level, bringing to the fore the considerable experience they have gained as an active live band and funneling it back into 8 tracks of malevolent mayhem, showing respect for the genres roots while indulging in their own bloodbath of razor-wire riffing and glass-gargling howls underpinned by a pulse pounding rhythm section.

With supports locked in with Left to Die and the legendary Atheist, 2025 should be the year that puts Anoxia and “Revel in Sin” on the radar of any self-respecting death metal fan.

Catch ANOXIA on tour with the following bands in April/May:

Thursday April 17^th The Leadbeater Richmond VIC TIX HERE

w/ Werewolves, Immorium & Gravepeeler

Saturday April 19^th The Baso Canberra ACT TIX HERE

w/ Immorium, Vexation and Blackened Dred

Friday May 2^nd Marrickville Bowlo Marrickville NSW TIX HERE

w/ Vexation, Horrisonous and Old Goat Smoke

Greenleaf have arrived and coffee is the only thing that matters at this point, so thank you to Death Before Decaf for the satisfaction!!

CATCH EM ON TOUR OVER THE NEXT WEEK – CLICK ON DATES FOR TIX:

Thursday 20/2 Mo’s Desert Clubhouse, Gold Coast*

Friday 21/2 Soapbox, Brisbane

Saturday 22/2 Marrickville Bowlo, Sydney

Sunday 23/2 The Baso, Canberra

Wednesday 26/2 Tanswells, Beechworth

Thursday 27/2 Medusa, Geelong

Friday 28/2 The Gaso, Melbourne

Saturday 1/3 The Cranker, Adelaide

Sunday 2/3 Spliffs n Riffs Festival, Perth

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For the first time ever in Australia, LEFT TO DIE, March 2025!

Pioneering the sound of Death Metal since the 1980s’, a reborn tribute to the band DEATH including original members and other members hand-picked to do the job and present to you DEATH METAL in its purest form “Scream Bloody Gore” & “Leprosy”.

The Quartet will slash and cast curses upon the masses in March 2025, bludgeoning the cities of Frankston (Headlining Flippin The Bird 2025), Hobart, Perth, Brisbane, Canberra, Sydney and Melbourne (Headlining Melbourne Dethfest 2025).

DEATH never toured Australia when the band existed and before Chuck Schuldiner passed in 2001, making this tour a very special tribute to one of the Gods of Heavy Metal.

Featuring Death alumni Terry Butler (Bass and Obituary) and Rick Rozz (Guitar) alongside Gruesome (USA) members Matt Harvey (Guitar, vocals of Exhumed, etc) and Gus Rios (Drums, ex-Malevolent Creation); is Australia ready for this caustic onslaught of pummelling Death Metal destruction

Monday 10/3 The Gasometer, Collingwood (PUBLIC HOLIDAY)

GA – General Admission Ticket
VIP – Meet and Greet the band, watch sound check, photo with the band, complimentary signed poster and VIP Lanyard

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ATHEIST, the legendary pioneers of technical death metal, are set to make their long-awaited debut in Australia in June 2025. The iconic band, known for their groundbreaking contributions to the genre, will perform four dates across Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, and Sydney, marking the first time the band has toured Australia.

Joining ATHEIST on all dates are two of Australia’s finest extreme metal acts: ANOXIA from Sydney, delivering their high-energy brand of early ’90s-style death metal, and VEXATION from Melbourne, who blend death metal, thrash, and progressive elements with unrelenting intensity.

Tour Dates:

5/6 Canberra, ACT (The Baso)

6/6 Sydney, NSW (The Underground)

7/6 Brisbane, QLD (Soapbox Beer)

8/6 Melbourne, VIC (The Gaso)

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ATHEIST BIO

Originally forming in the mid-1980s as the thrash metal band Oblivion, which later became R.A.V.A.G.E, ATHEIST emerged from Florida’s vibrant death/thrash scene. The band, consisting of founding members Kelly Shaefer (vocals/guitar), Steve Flynn (drums), Roger Patterson (bass), and Rand Burkey (guitar), recorded their debut album, Piece of Time, at the iconic Morrisound Studios in 1988. The album became a genre-defining release in the death metal world, hailed for its complexity and musicianship, setting ATHEIST apart from their peers.

ATHEIST’s follow-up album, Unquestionable Presence (1991), further solidified their reputation as innovators in the genre, combining technical prowess with progressive elements that pushed the boundaries of death metal. Unfortunately, during the height of their success, tragedy struck when bassist Roger Patterson died in a car accident. The band continued, bringing in Tony Choy, a former member of CYNIC, to replace Patterson. ATHEIST’s third album, Elements (1993), marked the band’s creative peak before disbanding shortly thereafter, but their influence on the technical death metal genre was already firmly established.

ATHEIST’s legacy continued to grow, inspiring bands like NECROPHAGIST, OBSCURA, and FALLUJAH. After a 17-year hiatus, the band returned in 2010 with Jupiter, reasserting their place in the metal world. In 2019, ATHEIST reformed with a new lineup.  Alongside founding member and vocalist Kelly Shaefer, Yoav Ruiz-Feingold (Bass), Alex Haddad (Guitar), Jerry Witunsky (Guitar) and Dylan Marks (Drums) launched successful tours in South America, North America, and Europe.

Atheist’s entire discography was reissued by Nuclear Blast Records in 2023, and the band continues to tour and develop new material, maintaining their standing as pioneers and architects of the technical death metal genre.

About ANOXIA
Formed in 2019, ANOXIA is a Sydney-based death metal band known for their crushing sound influenced by classic ’90s death metal. With fast riffs, punishing rhythms, and guttural growls, they have already made a significant impact in the Australian scene and are gearing up to release their debut full-length album in 2025.

About VEXATION
Formed in 2017, VEXATION is a Melbourne-based band blending death metal, thrash, and progressive elements. Known for their intense live shows and technical proficiency, VEXATION’s unique sound draws from classic thrash and death metal influences, creating a brutal and progressive experience for their fans. Their latest album, Trepidation Reigns (2022), further solidifies their place as one of Australia’s most exciting extreme metal acts.

Stoned Jesus Announces Highly Anticipated Adelaide Show for 2025

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Ukrainian psych prog legends Stoned Jesus are bringing their seismic sound to Australia in 2025 for their XV Anniversary Tour, celebrating 15 years of shaping the stoner rock and doom metal scenes.

Known for their thunderous riffs, introspective lyrics, and genre-twisting albums, Stoned Jesus will finally make their long-awaited debut Down Under with shows in Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney

 “Fifteen years of Stoned Jesus, can you believe it?? We’re excited to be back on tour to celebrate this overwhelming date with quite a number of shows in 2024/2025 – and we’ll have the greatest hits setlist ready, too! We’re absolutely looking forward to doing it again.

See you on the road!” says the band.

From their early days in Kyiv to becoming one of the most revered names in the scene, Stoned Jesus has built an international fanbase with albums like Seven Thunders Roar, The Harvest and Father Light, along with their iconic single “I’m The Mountain”.

The 2025 Australian tour will feature a unique setlist, combining their classic anthems with fresh tracks, giving fans the ultimate Stoned Jesus experience. Don’t miss your chance to witness this milestone anniversary tour in Australia. It’s guaranteed to be a memorable tour of powerful, doom-infused stoner rock!

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Stoned Jesus Announces Highly Anticipated Australian Tour for 2025 Ukrainian psych prog legends Stoned Jesus are bringing their seismic sound to Australia in 2025 for their XV Anniversary Tour, celebrating 15 years of shaping the stoner rock and doom metal scenes.

Known for their thunderous riffs, introspective lyrics, and genre-twisting albums, Stoned Jesus will finally make their long-awaited debut Down Under with shows in Perth, Canberra, Sydney, Brisbane, and Melbourne.

 “Fifteen years of Stoned Jesus, can you believe it?? We’re excited to be back on tour to celebrate this overwhelming date with quite a number of shows in 2024/2025 – and we’ll have the greatest hits setlist ready, too! We’re absolutely looking forward to doing it again.

See you on the road!” says the band.

From their early days in Kyiv to becoming one of the most revered names in the scene, Stoned Jesus has built an international fanbase with albums like Seven Thunders Roar, The Harvest and Father Light, along with their iconic single “I’m The Mountain”.

The 2025 Australian tour will feature a unique setlist, combining their classic anthems with fresh tracks, giving fans the ultimate Stoned Jesus experience. Don’t miss your chance to witness this milestone anniversary tour in Australia. It’s guaranteed to be a memorable tour of powerful, doom-infused stoner rock!

STONED JESUS – XV ANNIVERSARY TOUR AUSTRALIA 2025

Tour Dates:

• 28/09 Perth – The Rosemount

• 1/10 Canberra – The Baso

• 2/10 Sydney – The Underground

• 3/10 Brisbane – Soapbox Beer

• 4/10 Melbourne – The Leadbeater

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REVIEWS

Praise for Father Light: “Stoned Jesus have once again demonstrated why their ceaseless appetite for constant evolution will never be fully satiated” – Distorted Sound

“The best way to beat an oppressive regime is to rise beyond, and show that you won’t be beaten, and with this new album, Stoned Jesus prove they aren’t bowing down to anyone” – The Sleeping Shaman

“At times heart-wrenching, other times bold and confrontational, this album is an amazing record of human experience during an incredibly trying time period” – Clean and Sober Stoner

22.5 Soapbox Beer, Brisbane w/ Skuggor (SWE) Paroxysmal Descent Midnight Odyssey

23.5 The Vanguard, Sydney w/ Skuggor (SWE) Paroxysmal Descent Burden Man

24.5 The Gaso, Melbourne w/ Skuggor (SWE) Paroxysmal Descent Atra Vetosus