There is a new wave of artists that are constantly evolving and pushing the boundaries. A DAY REMEMBER are at the forefront of this uprising redefining a genre that was desperately seeking creativity,

2011 has been a monstrous year for the Florida quintet. From topping billboard charts and being crowned MTV’s breakthrough artist of 2011 to selling out arena’s across the globe, propelling A DAY TO REMEMBER to unprecedented heights. Their new album ‘ What separates me from you’ showcases the band at their unrelenting best with alternative press proclaiming “Whether it’s crafting a pop-punk anthem or delivering a sonic beatdown, A DAY TO REMEMBER do it better than everyone, and for the rest of us, that’s where the separation lies.” – Alternative Press
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INLAND SEA are finishing up 2011 with a bang, releasing a new video, single and festival dates all in one go.

“The Only One” builds from a bluesy beginning into a boisterous rock’n’roll sound. It is accompanied by a video inspired by soul groups of the 50’s and 60’s and the all too common question asked of the band, “Ten people- don’t you fight?”

Watch “The Only One” here:

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Canberra’s I Exist has signed a deal with Lost Shepherd / Prosthetic Records for the world outside of Australia.

The sludge-infused hardcore act’s second album, “II: The Broken Passage,” will be released in North America on January 31st, and will share UK and European release dates on February 6th and February 10th, respectively.
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From Grammy nominations to being hailed as the saviors of metal, MASTODON have never compromised in terms of vision or style and are shaping heavy metal in the 21st century.

MASTODON have never done anything the ‘conventional’ way and for over a decade they have masterminded a string of complex concept albums. Pushing the boundaries further, the bands 5th album ‘The Hunter’ is yet another universe bending, high-energy opus from a band that has changed the face of metal with Metal Hammer declaring, “infectiously brilliant heavy fucking metal” 5/5

Wowing audiences throughout the world with their ferocious live performances, MASTODON will be performing 2 headline sideshows as part of their Soundwave appearances. Be prepared for an experience set to leave you bruised, battered and longing for more…”Why Can’t all bands be this good” – Kerrang Magazine

It’s doubtful you’ve heard anything like GOJIRA, twisting and reimagining metal and delivering something wholly unique. The French behemoths have established themselves as a dominant force in metal since the release of their breakthrough album ‘From Mars To Sirius’. “GOJIRA are simply too powerful and competent to ignore.” – Metal Observer
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“MARILYN MANSON reminds us what it’s like to see a rock star actually perform for his fucking fans” – NME

Very rarely does an artist come along that defies the boundaries of convention and remains relevant in a storied career spanning over two decades selling in excess of 50 million albums. MARILYN MANSON has successfully pioneered ‘Shock Rock’ whilst redefining alternative music, blazing a trail of controversy and originality.

MARILYN MANSON remains a complete spectacle delivering one of the most creative and entertaining live shows in the world today and something that should without question be on everyone’s “List of things to see and do before you die” – Sounds Magazine
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LAMB OF GOD is fuelling the evolution of heavy metal in the new millennium!!

Hitting with the force of an invading apocalyptic army, LAMB OF GOD are back to inject Australia with a crippling dose of pure metal. With a reputation as one of the most savage live acts to ever grace the stage, fans can prepare for the onslaught for two headline sidewaves in Brisbane and Canberra.

Pioneers of melodic death metal, Swedish metal giants IN FLAMES have paved an enviable career spanning more than 20 years filled with millions of album sales and a slew of bone-crushing albums. Their 10th album ‘Sounds Of A Playground Fading’ is their most ambitious offering to date, heralding a new chapter in the bands history with Rocksound declaring IN FLAMES a band ‘”In their prime”.

Paving a path of destruction, terrorizing audiences throughout the world with their unbridled passionate live shows THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER deliver a barrage of brutal breakdowns and technical death metal with knife like precision. They have made a career out of being unpredictable, unclassifiable and uncompromising. Their new album ‘Ritual’ is the perfect snapshot of their career with Metal Underground calling it an “absolute masterpiece of melodic death metal”.
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The headline from a recent Billboard article says it all: “Like They Never Left.”

Legendary British rockers BUSH, fronted by charismatic lead singer Gavin Rossdale had more success in their first half dozen years of their career than most bands do in a lifetime. Forging a sound that would go on to characterize an entire decade releasing some of the most successful rock albums that redefined a generation.

BUSH now return with their first album in over a decade ‘The Sea Of Memories’ which is drenched in the bands trademark intensity combined with Rossdale’s emotive vocals propelling the band to compelling new directions. With a new sharply driven focus BUSH will be performing 2 intimate shows on the back of their appearances at Soundwave 2012.
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Resist & VIA Studios present
La Dispute Australian Tour February 2012
La Dispute are five close friends from Grand Rapid’s Michigan with a strong belief in the concept of music and art as a medium for making new friends. Driven by a firm passion for the relevance of a live show, both for the bands involved and for the people in attendance, La Dispute will be bringing their artistically, technically, and emotionally engaging music to Australia’s shores for the third time this February. Join them on an exploration of the struggles that confront, damage, and redefine us inevitably in life.
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