THE SMOKING HEARTS channel the frenzied intensity of their live shows on their sophomore album ‘Victory!’. A unique blend of high-energy rock n roll whilst possessing the dexterity to resonate with punk, metal and hardcore fans alike with Alt Music Hub declaring “Victory! Is like a gun, each time it fires it hits the target perfectly”.

Victory! Will be available nationally on Friday February 17th via 3wise Records/ Sony.

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UNDEROATH have evolved and thrived during a decade-long progression that has elevated them into a realm that few bands can lay claim to. Their latest album Ø (Disambiguation) is an artistic rebirth, which empathically surpasses its predecessors…“it’s a master-class in compelling, ambitious heavy music” – Rock Sound

With a reputation for adrenaline charged live performances UNDEROATH will bring the mayhem for two exclusive sidewaves in Sydney and Melbourne

DREAM ON, DREAMER, are one of Australia’s biggest success stories in 2011. Signing to influential US powerhouse Rise Records and with the release of their stellar debut album ‘Heartbound’ which has propelled the band to stages across the globe. 2012 is set to get even bigger for DREAM ON, DREAMER.

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MONDAY 27 FEBRUARY MELBOURNE, THE HI FI - 18+
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THURSDAY 1 MARCH SYDNEY, THE FACTORY THEATRE – Licensed All Ages
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The hard rock industry is beyond saturation so anything that steers away from the norm seems like a blessing. Their sophomore album ‘Set the World on Fire’ has alternative press declaring it “Anthemic arena metal that draws equally from 80’s (Iron Maiden) and the present day (Avenged Sevenfold)”

Hot off from being named ‘Band Of The Year’ in 2011 by Rock Sound, BLACK VEIL BRIDES are clearly setting the rock world alight so “wind down your car window, turn up the volume, sing along & flip the finger for good measure” – The Metal Forge

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TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY 3 FEBRUARY, 9AM

TUESDAY 28 FEBRUARY SYDNEY, THE WALL (BALD FACE STAG) - Licensed All Ages
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THURSDAY 1 MARCH MELBOURNE, THE THORNBURY THEATRE All Ages
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THE MAINE are finding themselves atop of the pop rock pantheon with their unrelenting hooks and tongue in cheek lyrics. Not content with past successes, THE MAINE have redefined their sound and pushed the boundaries delivering one of the most unique albums ‘Pioneer’ with Alternative Press calling it “consistently unique, interesting and great” and Absolutepunk declaring “pioneer is fucking good”.

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NEW FOUND GLORY are continuing their dominance in a genre they pioneered well over a decade ago, providing a breath of fresh air in a scene starved of creativity.

Paying homage to the bands that inspired them to pick up their instruments NEW FOUND GLORY’s new studio album ‘Radiosurgery’ showcases a band at the top of their game and “proves beyond any doubt that New Found Glory are as fired up now in 2011 as they were when they first emerged in 1997” – Kerrang!

NEW FOUND GLORY has never sounded more incredible, and as their legion of Australian fans can attest to they have taken the genre by the throat and are arguably ‘the greatest pop punk band in history’ – Brett Gurewitz

TAKING BACK SUNDAY are truly in a league of their own.

A band that defies categorization and not content with past successes TAKING BACK SUNDAY have firmly cemented themselves in the upper echelons of the rock world releasing classic album after classic album in an influential career.

TAKING BACK SUNDAY’s new self-titled album featuring their original lineup, is undeniably their most varied and innovative record to date marking a new era for the quintet. “This is Taking Back Sunday’s best effort yet, powerful, well –crafted, simply an incredible album” – Killyourstereo.com

THIS TIME NEXT YEAR are bringing in–your–face honesty and sincerity back to pop punk. Their hard-hitting sophomore album ‘Drop Out Of Life’ has been making waves worldwide with Alter The Press calling it “a throwback to the turn-of-the-millennium pop-punk…Just balls out, sing it loud tunes”.

As part of a killer tour, NEW FOUND GLORY, TAKING BACK SUNDAY, THE MAINE AND THIS TIME NEXT YEAR are set to deliver their explosive performances to Australian audiences this April.

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THURSDAY 5 APRIL – BRISBANE, THE TIVOLI – 18+
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SATURDAY 7 APRIL – SYDNEY, BIG TOP LUNA PARK – LIC/AA
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SUNDAY 8 APRIL – MELBOURNE, FESTIVAL HALL- Lic and Unlic areas
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TUESDAY 10 APRIL – ADELAIDE, THEBARTON THEATRE- LIC/AA
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With a reputation for adrenaline charged live performances UNDEROATH will bring the mayhem for two exclusive sidewaves in Sydney and Melbourne

DREAM ON, DREAMER, are one of Australia’s biggest success stories in 2011. Signing to influential US powerhouse Rise Records and with the release of their stellar debut album ‘Heartbound’ which has propelled the band to stages across the globe. 2012 is set to get even bigger for DREAM ON, DREAMER.

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TICKETS ON SALE THURSDAY 2^ND FEBRUARY 9AM AEDT

MONDAY 27 FEBRUARY MELBOURNE, THE HI FI - 18+
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THURSDAY 1 MARCH SYDNEY, THE FACTORY THEATRE – Licensed All Ages
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A ROCKET TO THE MOON’s debut album “On Your Side” showcases their versatility from heartfelt piano ballads to dance floor anthems with Alternative press calling it “a hook –filled album that’s as diverse as it is refreshing”.

Jordan Witzigreuter, the force behind the mammoth pop sound of THE READY SET is taking over stereos and mosh pits across the globe. THE READY SET’s debut album ‘I’m Alive, I’m Dreaming’ showcases a lifetime of influences from pop, techno and rock whilst displaying Witzigreuter’s abilities – he plays every instrument on the record.

At the forefront of the new wave of pop rock bands is Arizona’s THE SUMMER SET whom are consistently evolving and refining their sound.  Veering into previously unchartered territory their new album ‘Everything Is Fine’ is “one that will make future bands say hey, let’s make out music sound like that.” Absolutepunk

THE DANGEROUS SUMMER have crafted a throwback to the days when music was charged with hope and contained a much-needed brand of sincerity. This is evident on the bands stunning sophomore album ‘War paint which is one of the “most beautiful and honest creations that has been released in a long time” – Killyourstereo.com

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TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY 3 FEBRUARY 9AM AEDT

TUESDAY 28 FEBRUARY SYDNEY, THE ANNANDALE HOTEL - 18+
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THURSDAY 1 MARCH MELBOURNE, THE HI FI – 18+
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ATTACK! ATTACK! is set to continue their rapid rise on the back of their sophomore album ‘The Latest Fashion’ with Rock Sound declaring the album to “Blow the cobwebs from your speakers” and Killyourstereo.com calling it “beautifully crafted and pulled off with finesse”.  It’s Australia’s turn to witness what all the fuss is about.

From the hallways of Las Vegas’ Liberty High School to the cover of Alternative Press THE CAB has been on a wild ride that has no end in sight. The release of their sophomore album, Symphony Soldier, is receiving rave reviews with absolutepunk calling it a “Masterpiece” and Music Tone declaring it “a must have in any music collection”.  This is just the beginning for THE CAB.

Masters of the art of story telling RIVER CITY EXTENSION embody passion and genuine ambition with their unique take on indie folk. Possessing high-spirited melodies with sincere ballads its easy to see why the world is captivated by RIVER CITY EXTENSION, with Paste Magazine calling their latest album ‘The Unmistakable Man’ “A kind of secret that can’t be kept for long”.

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TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY 3 FEBRUARY 9AM AEDT

MONDAY 27 FEBRUARY MELBOURNE, THE ESPY – 18+
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WEDNESDAY 29 FEBRUARY SYDNEY, THE ANNANDALE HOTEL – 18+
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He couldn’t have been more wrong. Nor could he have predicted just how much of his owns band’s career would defy that philosophy. COBRA STARSHIP’s 4^th studio album ‘Night Shades’ has spawned some of their most acclaimed work to date and “screams ‘party’ right from blast off”. – Rock Sound

With a string of previous sold out Australian shows in the bag, COBRA STARSHIP returns playing two exclusive Sidwaves in Sydney and Melbourne. “With true showmanship the band blisters through their set list of dance floor anthems leaving, as far as pop punk goes, one hard act to follow.” – Rave Magazine

Described by Alternative Press as “Picture perfect up-tempo Pop Punk” FOREVER THE SICKEST KIDS have been amassing a legion of dedicated fans throughout the globe with their pop punk anthems.  On the back of their recent self titled album FOREVER THE SICKEST KIDS continue their meteoric rise leaving a lasting impression on fans.

With a platinum selling hit ‘Jumpstart’ under their belt and their infectious sing –along dance pop songs, THESE KIDS WEAR CROWNS are winning hearts and taking over the airwaves throughout the world.  As bassist Alan Poettcker enthuses “We want everyone to get on their feet and dance when they hear our songs”.

Earmarked as ‘the future of rock’ by smashing pumpkins front man Billy Corgan, KILL HANNAH pushes the listener into every emotional corner with hauntingly beautiful, dark and heartfelt reflections.  ‘Wake Up The Sleepers’ KILL HANNAH’s latest effort solidifies their status as true visionaries with Kerrang! calling it their “finest hour” 4/5.

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TICKETS ON SALE MONDAY 30TH JANUARY 9AM

MONDAY 27^TH FEBRUARY  MELBOURNE, THE FORUM – 18+
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WEDNESDAY 29^TH FEBRUARY SYDNEY, THE HI-FI – Licensed All Ages
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“Traditional rap fare bumps against raging Bad Brains-esque hardcore with a power few are currently harnessing” – 4/5 Rolling Stone

There are cycles in everything.  Seasons come and go. Trends pop and deflate. Careers rise and fall. Genres of music live and die. Once in a while, an artist steps up who doesn’t quite follow the cycle. He doesn’t pay heed to “What’s cool.” He doesn’t give a shit about “Who’s hot.” He doesn’t follow the zeitgeist but, rather, the zeitgeist follows him.

HYRO DA HERO is about to flip rap upside down, inside out and all around loading rock ‘n’ roll attitude into explosive, engaging and enthralling rap music resembling Nas fronting Rage Against The Machine.  This is evident on HYRO DA HERO’s debut album ‘Birth, School, Work, Death’ with Rock Sound calling it “groundbreaking for any genre” and Blunt magazine touting the tracks “generational anthems”.

However there is nothing quite like seeing HYRO DA HERO live, an enigmatic performer with a fiery live show “It all really goes down on stage. You need to hear and see this live.” – HYRO DA HERO.

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TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY 27^th JANUARY 9AM AEDT

MONDAY 27th FEBRUARY SYDNEY, CANDY’S APARTMENT 18+
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THURSDAY 1^ST MARCH MELBOURNE, THE LAUNDRY 18+
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