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
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.
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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.
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!
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!
Tickets available from www.yourmatebookings.com | www.oztix.com.au | www.moshtix.com.au | The Venues
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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
Sweden’s Unstoppable force of Heavy Metal ENFORCER will take their Maiden voyage to Australia for the first time ever in January 2025.
After two decades of waiting for this rousing ride of wild headbanging and speed metal madness, the legendary ENFORCER will bring you the goods Perth, Brisbane, Newcastle, Canberra, Sydney and Melbourne!
Catch this masterclass in Heavy Metal on the dates below:
Your Mate Management is thrilled to announce the signing of Melbourne Death/Thrash band Vexation
VEXATION, a powerhouse quartet blending Death Metal, Thrash Metal, and Progressive Metal, is quickly becoming a force to reckon with. Formed in 2017, the band’s sound evolved from a three-piece to a dynamic four-piece with the addition of a second guitarist, intensifying their live shows and expanding their sonic range.
VEXATION’s music is a relentless mix of old-school death metal, thrash aggression, and progressive complexity. Drawing influences from Demolition Hammer, Atheist, Onslaught, Obituary, and Death, their sound is a brutal assault of searing riffs, punishing rhythms, and raw growls, while their progressive elements introduce unexpected time shifts and intricate melodies. Tracks from their albums Journey Beyond Mortality (2019) and Trepidation Reigns (2022) showcase a perfect balance of classic thrash power and modern death metal brutality, spiced with progressive moments that leave the listener spinning.
The band’s evolution from trio to quartet allowed them to create even more explosive, complex arrangements and an intensified live experience. Their high-energy shows are known for their precision, technical prowess, and skull-crushing intensity. Whether on stage or in the studio, VEXATION’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of extreme metal is unwavering, making them an undeniable force in the scene.
With new material on the horizon, VEXATION continues to carve a path toward global dominance. Their relentless passion, musical prowess, and ever-growing fanbase are sure to leave a lasting mark on modern heavy metal.
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We are thrilled to announce that we have taken on the management role for the Australian-based heavy metal band IMMORIUM
Energetic. Innovative. Unforgettable. Immorium stands as a powerful force in the heavy metal scene, blending the aggressive, melodic riffs of Melodic Death Metal with atmospherics of Progressive Metal, while seamlessly integrating the expansive soundscapes and emotional weight of Post-Metal.
Their unique fusion of these genres results in a sound that is both intense and thought-provoking, offering listeners a journey through complex musical landscapes and raw, impassioned themes.
With their electrifying live performances, they’ve established themselves as one of the most captivating acts in the Australian metal scene, captivating audiences across the country.
Since their formation in 2008, Immorium has rapidly earned a reputation for their exceptional musicianship—showcasing skillful guitar work that shifts between blistering, galloping death metal riffs and atmospheric, ethereal passages, paired with haunting and barbaric vocals.
The band’s ability to blend technicality with melody has made them a standout in the genre, while their progressive elements introduce a sense of unpredictability and evolution to every track. Their lyrics, deeply personal and introspective, explore themes of self-discovery, emotional struggle, and the human experience, allowing fans from all walks of life to relate to their music on a profound level.
Immorium’s relentless passion for music and their ability to connect with their audience on an emotional and intellectual level has solidified their place in the hearts of fans and the metal community at large.
We are excited to continue supporting them on their journey as they continue to push the boundaries of heavy metal and captivate listeners worldwide.
We are honoured to announce that we have taken on the management role for NEOMANTRA a Perth-based progressive metal four-piece whose music delves deeply into the metaphysical realms of self, psyche, and consciousness.
Through their intricate compositions and thought-provoking lyrics, the band pushes the boundaries of both genre and philosophy, blending the genres of Progressive, Post and Doom metal whilst shifting the dynamics in mood to explore these existential themes.
At the heart of NEOMANTRA’s sound is an unrelenting force of crushingly heavy sonic frequencies that move with the intensity of a sonic storm. Layered guitar riffs intertwine with ambient passages, creating vast, atmospheric soundscapes that represent the internal labyrinth of the mind.
The duality of the band’s approach is reflected in the interplay between the clean, melodic vocals and the guttural growls, symbolising the conflict between the conscious and subconscious mind.
Austere – the Australian harbingers of sorrowful, melancholic blackened majesty – return to their sacred homeland in May 2025, bearing with them new, soul-shattering hymns to invoke the shadows of despair.
In a rare and exclusive ritual, the band will perform three ritualistic rites along the cursed east coast of Australia, offering their devotees a glimpse into the abyss with a performance unlike any before.
Accompanying them on this unholy pilgrimage will be Skuggor, the Swedish conjurors of atmospheric black metal, making their Australian debut and casting their haunting, spectral melodies upon the land. Also gracing the stage will be Paroxysmal Descent, Brisbane’s own disciples of the abyss, whose ritualistic black metal chants and incantations have left a trail of broken souls in their wake. Local support will also rise from the void in each city to amplify the darkness.
Brace yourselves for an evening steeped in ancient mysticism and untold power as Austere conjures the spirits of despair, weaving melodies from the deepest caverns of the soul.
This is more than just a concert—this is an invocation of the forgotten realms, a descent into the cold, unyielding night where time itself stands still.
Mark the dates, prepare your offerings, and summon your darkest selves. The following nights will unfold: