Bands & Artists
Arcane Rites - by definition "rituals and ceremonial acts known and understood by only a select few". Yet Arcane Rites are rapidly breaking out of the underground of their local Newcastle (Aust.) music scene and making an impact nationally and internationally. A testament to this was the 120 strong turnout at their very first gig at the Marquis O'Lorne in New Lambton.
Polymorphia originated in July 2004 with a common ground of creating and developing music that transcends through platforms unknown. Polymorphia hold an explosive, yet beautiful rock sound which can't be labelled or pigeon-holed to one particular genre, which gives them a distinctive edge, both diverse and astute.
Post Script Philosophy can be classed as an emo rock outfit, who strive for emotive lyrics and rocking riffs. Post Script Philosophy formed in Newcastle at the beginning of 2005 and since then has been playing show regularly both in Newcastle and in Sydney.
Darkest White
Darkest White are a 5 piece metal band hailing from Newcastle, Australia. The original line up of Darkest White first came togther in Febuary of 2006, but since then there has been several changes to the line up. The band are now stronger than ever and are ready to take on the world.
The Mercy Call
The nucleus of The Mercy Call began about 2 years ago when Craig, Nathan and
Mungo started jamming and playing gigs around Newcastle, Sydney and Gosford.
Half way through 2005 they decided to knuckle down and get serious. This
meant adding Kane on guitar and backing vocals, to enrich their sound, and
changing lead vocals. After Kirt answered the call The Mercy Call was born.
Cadence
Four charming young gentlemen + great songs + soaring guitar solos + great vocals + 16-piece drum kit = Cadence. Winners of last year's Best Young Talent at the ABC Newcastle Music Awards, the band's future looks bright.
Chasing Darcy Brahma
Chasing Darcy Brahma is a young 3 piece pop/punk garage rock band from the
hunter valley. The band have recorded some homemade demos which are on thier website.
Minerva
Minerva are a four piece rock band from newcastle that mix
heavy riffs and drumbeats with meodic vocals.
The Let-Go!
We are The Let-Go!, a 5 piece band who write and record our own songs in our
bedrooms on an 8 track recorder. We come from Nelson Bay, NSW and currently
play in Newcastle and surrounding areas. We try to maintain our own sound
through our recordings and live performances.
CASEY HARBOUR are a 4-piece pop rock band from Newcastle, Australia. Formed originally as a acoustic trio, the band added a drummer in November of 2005 hitting the live scene almost instantaniously, supporting the likes of The Hot Lies & Grand Fatal on only their third ever show. Made up of David Hutchins (vocals/guitar),Ryan Wilson (bass), Matt March (guitar/vocals), and Lenny Jones (drums).
Hailing from the single venue town of Batemans Bay on the far south coast, Spazmoo have exploded onto the local Newcastle scene. After relocating to Newcastle over a year ago Spazmoo has forged a loyal following and a solid reputation for their spectacular live performance.
Finite are a Novacastrian band with a difference. They breathe new life into a lagging hard rock genre. With influences ranging from Sunk Loto, The Butterfly Effect, Killswitch Engage and Superheist to name but a few, they constructively bring together the best of their influences to meld into their own brand of melodic hard rock.
Their music is rugged hard stuff that could virtually strip paint yet they aren't affraid of the subtleties of melodious music. They quite convincingly fuse the best of heavy and softer, more melodic rock into arguably the most aurally appealing music heard in a long time.
Four Letter Word is a new Hunter band playing Hard Rock and Punk Rock originals. The band consists of James Moore on Vocals and Lead Guitar, Simon Earl on Drums, Tahn Forster on Bass and Backup Vocals and Michael Moore on Rythm Guitar. The band has been together for about a year and have almost finished recording their first album 'Opinion Noted'.
Unemploi!able were formed in 2002 after the break-up of local Clash covers band Deny, featuring: Agus Bagus (vox), Dylemma (Bass), and Brian Powell (Vox). Munsta and Kim Wall, friends of the band members, joined the band as guitarists and the Blacklisted (as they were then known back then) soon started regular practices (without a drummer) around the end 2002. Brian (the founding member of Deny) left the band at the end of 2003 to move to Sydney. After a brief stint of doing nothing at all, the band resumed practice in mid 2004 with Agus Bagus, Munsta and Dylemma, with Kim turning up occasionally and still without a drummer. A few drummers came in and out of practice to help the band rehearse, but it was not till In November 2004 that band found a permanent drummer - Morpis. Despite not having a kit, no transport, and not actually being a drummer, Morpis helped the Unemploi!able play a its first few gigs. Captain Splinter was recruited on drums in early 2005 for the simple fact that he had drum kit. With influences such as The Exploited, The Clash, Rancid and Operation Ivy, Unemploi!able play a unique blend of hard edged punk and ska.
Mayfield's finest organic alternative rock band, CASTRO! have only been gigging in Newcastle for six months, and have already played all the main venues, including a headline slot at Autonomy Day '05 to a huge crowd.
Formed in the latter half of 2004, Newcastle sextet Lights Out Berlin brandish a delicately crafted sound anchored in emo and melodic rock. Showcasing a songwriting maturity far beyond their young years, the band’s stylish edge and constantly shifting dynamics coupled with a high energy live performance has helped Lights Out Berlin begin to etch a name for themselves in the local scene.
Drawing on a wide spectrum of influences, LOB’s sound stems from intricate dual guitar work supported by a pounding, solid rhythm section, delicate keyboards and capped off by a four pronged vocal assault ranging from passionate, heartfelt melodies to vicious screams. The strong sense of honesty that permeates their songs allows for a more genuine and frank connection with the listener.
However you look at it, Lights Out Berlin are a band surrounded by an undeniable sense of excitement and with an increasingly bright future.
Fyna are a young rock band from the Central Coast who are writing and performing the freshest and most vibrant new age rock pop of this era.
Dying Degree is a 5-piece original punk rock band. With catchy riffs, Awesome drumming and meaningful lyrics! Dying Degree formed in January 2004. Dying Degree is: Billy Mitchell (Vocals) Jordan Wright (Rhythm Guitar and Vocals) Ben Sanderson (Drums) Mick Olsen (Lead Guitar) Jake Cooper (Bass and Vocals) The band is still only young. 15 and 16 years of age... All attending Newcastle High School... They have played many gigs along side Falling Til' Friday, Distorted Citizen and Paperstreet... Dying Degree is tightening up everytime they play together... Producing lots of new songs... They recently recorded a demo with 4 of their songs on it... You can purchase a CD at their next show! Be sure to check out their website and look out for show dates...
Forcing Faith
3 piece metal band Made up of: - Nathan Jones - Guitar/Vocals - Kyle Taylor - Bass - (The One The Only) Mitchell Jones - Drums Favourite Local Artists: - Sleight Of Hand - Eyes Of March (youll hear of them soon!) - Fyna - Rubix Cuba Favourite Australian Artists: - After The Fall - Faux Pas - The Butterfly Effect - Something With Numbers Favourite Artists: - Disturbed - Sevendust - A Perfect Circle - KoRn - Slipknot
pointbreakspy
... a solo artist using guitars, old amps, samples , guest artists and online collaboration. All work written perfomed and produced by pointbreakspy... ...retro, spaced out, groovin', abstract, instrumental, acoustic guitar to distorted and warped-out slide guitar drenched in reverb. ...pointbreakspy is influenced by 1960's surf music, swamp and delta blues, roots & dub reggae, space rock, ambient electronica, eastern sounds, experimental artists. ...a guitar player who started out doing 4 track tape experiments with minimal technology, just a few pedals for FX and some taped drum machine patterns and some live jam sessions with either just a drummer or another guitarist(1998-2002). Digital Studio Spaceship now under control but always improvising and experimenting everytime I record. There are many old school influnces mixed with new technology.
This Shotgun Fairytale
Once upon a time there was a humble friendship that existed between three boys who liked music. Their names were Sean, Lee and Steve. They liked music so much that they began a crappy band and played crappy music. Despite their crappiness, they practised every day after school and dreamed of becoming rock stars, and one day supporting Jon Bon Jovi or Guns N' Roses.
Waterview
Waterview are a 4 piece rock band from the small shire of Port Stephens.
HEAD OF STATE
HEAD OF STATE are a vocally driven original rock 4-piece from the 4 corners of inner-Newcastle!
The Blacklisted
The Blacklisted are a four peice '77 style punk band which plays a mix of ska, reggae, oi! and straight out punk.
Trailer
We are a local band from whitley bay. Our atyle is indie rock and roll
Redundance
Redundance was formely known as Talking PiKture Box. They were known as Talking PiKture Box since January 2004 untill Saturday 4th September 2004 where they then became Redundance. Redundance is a Pop-Punk/Punk Rock band with very catchy originals. The band is a 5-piece band. They all attend Newcastle High school. All members are 15 years of age. Redundance is: Jordan Wright (Rhthym Guitar/Vox), Ben Sanderson (Drums), Mick Olsen (Lead Guitar/Vox), Jake Cooper (Bass) And Billy Mitchell. The band do ocassional gigs so keep a look out for them. The bands originals show their emotions to things such as: Girls, Politics and issues of everyday life. The band doesn't sit in the pop-punk category. Some of the earlier originals are a more of a Punk Rock, A little bit heavier than their recent stuff. But as now the band does sit in the Pop-Punk category. Awesome riffs are composed by these young boys aswell as awesome lyrics, Then to top it off Ben Sanderson brings in his drums and makes things a whole lot better. He's dynamite! The band has come along way over the past couple of months so try to catch their next gig. Check out their site for more details.
Studio 4
The young and upcoming band of Studio 4 has broadened the horizon of young talent in the Newcastle music scene. A tasteful flavour of soft rock meeting the musicianship of classic rock melds well with the standards of today’s music society. Innervision consists of Joel Black, 19 (Guitar), Cameron Lesley 22 (Bass, Vocals), Nick Weir 20 (Keyboards, Vocals), Adam Johnson 24 (Drums). Joel has been playing guitar for 14 years and has shared the stage with many great Australian artists such as Tommy Emmanuel, Glen Hannah and Ian Moss. Adam grew up in the same year at Newcastle High School with Silverchairs Daniel Johns and Ben Gillies and Glen and Nick have played with a bunch of musicians around town ranging from jazz and blues musicians to session musos.. Glen, Nick and Joel all attended Toronto High School before pursuing their music tastes in the industry. Meeting up with Adam in the early stages of July, the band instantly came together and melded well. Innervisions musical influences range from everything and anything including The Beatles, Deep Purple, Stevie Wonder, The Rolling Stones, Santana, Dave Matthews Band, Pete Murray and of course, the King, Elvis Presley. Also influences include some of today’s more prominent acts such as John Mayer, John Butler Trio, Nickelback, Vertical Horizon, Foo Fighters, Powderfinger, Ben Folds Five, Jet and many more. It just goes to show how if you listen to music how much of a good range of beauty in sound can be created with enough passion to pave the way for the youth of the music industry in the future.
The Regs
Punk/Thrash/OldSchool/Funk 4 piece.
1/2 SHOT
1/2 SHOT are a dedicated band and love to please their audiences and will stop at nothing to get their music across.
Shimmy
What can I say about "Shimmy"..... The band is a group of talented musicans basically having fun. The music can be described as influenced rock - tracks simulating Reggae, Jazz and everything in between. Come and check out the website to find out where this amazing band can be seen, you will be memorized with their unusual stage show.
the Shonky Crew
the Shonky Crew are an Aussie hip-hop band from Newcastle. Their debut album, Shonky Summer Vacation, has been well-received by those who have been lucky enough to get their hands on it. With songs about testicles, mad sandwiches, fine girls, ugly girls and more, the Shonky Crew are rapping their hearts out about the things that make them what they are: SHONKY... the Shonky Crew are part of the E-label 'the BFSM Family' and, as a result, they offer all of their music as E-albums. These are free for all, as MP3 downloads or streamed via MP3.com.au.
Neurotic
Neurotic are probably the newest newcastle band to start up. Officially forming with their first jam, on the 17th of May 2004, Neurotic knew that they could only improve what was already solid talent throughout the band. With the powerful drum beats from Bryce, skillful and heavy bass lines from Zac, tremendous guitar riffs by Ryan and constant rhytmic timing and genuine vocals from Jason, Neurotic have already shown that they are full of determination and definate potential.
When Foreshadowed enters the stage they rip it to pieces. Mouths gape in awe at their uncanny ability to write and perform songs. With Mitch's powerful vocals and lightening fast guitar solos, Michael's solid riffs, Grant's heart-attack-inducing bass lines and with Brendan's killer grooves, Foreshadowed is well on their way to being a major international act.
"ambience" is a dynamic and versatile four-piece based in Newcastle (Australia). The core of the band dates back three years, which has resulted in a tight and solid, alternative rock sound, incorporating many other influences and styles.
Newcastle based three piece folk rock band ezel are here. Story and emotion based songs born first of the pen are brought to dynamic life in a way difficult to describe. Inklings of Jeff Buckley, Live, Queen, Tool, Tea Party, and Cat Stevens surface and then disappear as the plot grows.
Renaissance
Renaissance is a band made up of 3 people, Rhett, Ben and Paul. It all
started when Rhett and Ben were in the same music class and they decided to
make a band. Having problems with drummers they decided to leave the band
untill this time last year when a boy called Paul come along. they liked his
style of drumming and decided to give the band another shot, so they
recruited Paul as the drummer for the new looked band, they wrote some songs
when they went away on retreat and the boys were pretty much set and ready
to take on the world of newcastle.
Hipwell are a 4 piece melodic punkrock band from Maitland, formed in mid 2002 during Highschool.
Seventh eVe
Seventh eve was founded in 2001. Our style is
Progressive/Melodic Power Metal;
With the advent of a new singer the ashes of the old settle the score sprung to life once again to make their mark upon the Newcastle Music Scene.
The quintet features members of two young local bands.
UNDERCURRENT
We are metal band that have just got together and are in the process of writing an E.P. a couple of us from the band have been together for years, we are trying to get established in the metal scene of newcastle.
Stranded Mid-Way are a hard rock band with an edge. Their ability to incorporate many different styles into a rock song makes it so their music ranges from anywhere between metal, punk and soft rock. The band says they fit in the hard rock category but their songs have such variation.
Virus Crawl
virus crawl
1. an art of organising sound in significant forms characterised by breakdown of integrated personality functioning; withdrawal from reality, emotional blunting and distortion
2. disturbances in thought and behaviour
3. expressing ideas and emotions through the elements of rhythm, melody, harmony and colour.
Since calms inception three years ago in 1946, the project has had to deal with a multitude of line up changes. the current incarnation of calm consists of; Dom Coulton (vox) Matt Baldwin(guitar) Peter Kolln(bass) and Mick Smith(drums) this current lineup has been together since February 2004.
With an incredible recipe of melodic metal and crushing hard-core elements calm have been whipping crowds into a salivating frenzy and leaving a long trail of casualties where ever they play.
One of the big questions on everyone lips is "where did the name come from?" well in the late 70's the band Calm (then un-named) had a run in with a sinister lynch mob who called themselves C.A.L.M the Citizens Against Loud Music. Well the band and the mob warred for many decades and there were many casualties two to be noted was the tragic loss of Chad and Jeff who served the cause for many good years. any way after countless breakdance battles calm was victorious and claimed the name....CALM as a dis to there former enemy.
All jokes aside when it comes to the crunch if each member of calm put as much work into their day jobs as they did into the band they would be insanely rich the kind of wealth that warps minds. but they don't, so for now they live off two minute noodles. and to nothing but jam and write and occasionally rip shit up on stage.
When dom was asked what motivated him to keep doing this he said " honestly I wouldn't be doing this if each song we write didn't shit all over the last one! it surprises me on a daily basis I'm in love with the fact that all we seem to do is progress and I honestly think we still have a long way to go till we slow down" a testimony to the creative gene-pool that is calm.
The ventricle overflow are a 4 piece band based in Newcastle NSW.
Their music style is abit hard to describe, punk/hardcore, with metal riffs,breakdowns and glam rock thrown in for good measure. Lyrically the lead singer spit’s a dirty growl and a classic punk tone while the back-ups are screams that can make your ears bleed, and melodies that will make your heart flutter.
The band has been together for over 6 months now and have been gaining a name for themselves around the Newcastle area. Their first gig the ventricle overflow played was organised by the band at the Palais Royale youth venue which saw them play to a sold out crowd with the likes of life.love.regret and draw the line. Since then the band has been writing new material, with plans to record very soon and lining up shows, it looks like you will be hearing a lot more from these guys in the near future. The goal for this band is to play music they love, put on an energetic live show for the crowd and then take it from there.
The Looks
hailing from the sunny sand swept shores of novocastria, the looks play a
bittersweet mix of catchy rock tunes finely blended with pop, lashings of
funk and a little mystery to keep it fresh. the lineup that makes up the
looks consists of justin holland on the guitar, the 6 fingered mansell
'smelly' laidler on bass, and chris jahnsen on heading up the vocals and
thumping drums.
Falling Til' Friday are a pop-punk quartet residing from the suburbs of Newcastle, Australia. The band formed in the later days of 2003 and since that first practice session in a dark, damp basement they have been creating songs that will rock your socks off any day of the week!
So far so good...The Automatic Cambot and The Indestructable Julbot have been working away like caffinated beavers putting together some functionally working track for your aural pleasure. Just check the MP3's section for a couple of tasty tracks - "Gods will not speak" and "Come home".
And you can still get a hold of "Hurt" through the Unearthed section of our links page.
Keep checking back, cause we'll have some more new demos comming in the next weeks. So prepare to taste the radness!
Small Change can be described as Punk with a Ska influence. Originally under the name 'For Seen Fury' the band's catchy tunes and wacky stage show can amused the most critical of audiences, it is anticipated that attending a Small Change concert that even if you don't like the style of music, you will definitely laugh, as the audience participates in the show.
MurmuR are a three piece band from the Newcastle region.
Daniel, Ryan and Johno
Their music is unique. Massive dramatic riffs, combined with strange unconventional melody's, all go together in creating one of the more unique sounds coming from the music scene in Newcastle and beyond. When on stage they prefer to let the music and emotional output of the members speak for itself.
Hostility, a thrash metal band from Cardiff and its surroundings. The band consists of Pete-vocals/rhythm guitar, Lachlan-lead guitar, Dave-bass and Brendan on the drums. Check the site out. influences include Megadeth, old Metallica, Slayer and a few others.
Leppress Fawn
Vocalist/ Lyrics: Shana Dennis (age 20)
Guitarist: Brice Palmer (age 19)
Bassist: Nathan Boaden (age 16)
Drummer: David Tracy (age 17)
Leppress Fawn was formed in 2000 in a crappy little hole called Wingham. Most kids spend there entire high school life trying to formulate a way out without slipping back down into the abyss. The singer, Shana, had no real training or talent, but she formed the band anyway. Such a big mistake for such a little girl. The taunting, the insults, the midget jokes...tragic.
The drummer, Dave, was dragged in by a friend, kicking and screaming. Though young and porky at the time, he came from a talented and musical family, so he had the knowledge and skills to bring the band what they needed. Food. His hairstyle is either; geeky, crusty or fluffy, and when he tried to change his hair colour, it just turned shit brown but thats another story.
We went through guitarists like Jim went through underwear (Jim is a little man no one but Shana can see). Brice was found, who actually taught guitar in the next room where Leppress used to practice. He also had the skills and knowledge that would add greatly to the band, but hes very hard to find and we all think he has a thing for chickens Last but not least was Nathan, the bass player, who just joined the band this year gave Leppress Fawn a guy with a lot of hair gel to tame his mane. Oh, and maybe some sick bass playing. But that?s not why we keep him. Its the gel. So to sum up; were a bunch of dumb-ass bush-pigs from the boondocks (except for Nathan and Brice Oh and Shana) so its just Dave whose a dumb-ass bush-pig from the boondocks. We have no real life, talent or future, and wed like you to be our friend and play our songs. For Jim at least.
Joel Black
For the First 10 years of Joel life, He was Born and grew up in Condobolin were his father played in many successful bands. Joel picked up the guitar at the age of 5 and started lessons. In March of 94', Joel Moved to the Newcastle Area where he started his first few bands with friends.
Joel attended Toronto High School where he ment Fellow Musos and started the Band Selftitled, Selftitled soon fell into place with a female singer (Jewels) Who Joel luckly ment at Toronto High aswell. The band renamed it self to Diamond Blue and has been everyscince, With the Release of their Original CD "Now Im Gone" Joel has developed his own Style of playing which is influenced by great players such as, Steve Morse, Tommy Emmanual, Santana and Bruce Black.
djinn are a young band from newcastle, australia. a few of the members have jammed in bands together since 2002 but with the addition of a vocalist in late 2003 djinn was born.
after several changes (including lineup) the band came to rest in its current form in march 2004. influences include: TOOL, deftones, rage against the machine, a perfect circle etc.
djinn is:- curt spiers/guitar
- jamieson shaw/bass
- lewis mcaulay/vocals
- alex knight/drums
The Prophet’s Profit
The Prophet’s Profit (Formally known as Ardery) was started by Michael Sneesby(Bass) and Peter Bottaro(Guitar) who began playing various covers together. Ever since they met, they had always wanted to start a band because of their passion for music. They got their friend to drum for them who had talent but not a drumkit and had played with many people to find a singer. In September 2001 Peter, Michael and Marc where practicing with a previous singer for a school performance and decided to give Joshua Sparks a go for singing who was very shy and quiet. They played Korn - Blind and found a singer who they wanted to play with again. Michael, Peter and Josh got together for a jam and played Marilyn Manson - Speed Of Pain and became satisfied with what come out and from then Josh became the singer. As the year of 2001 came to an end, Michael, Peter and Josh got sick and tired of their drummer as he showed no dedication and still no drum kit so he was dropped or dropped out. In 2002, the three started year 11 at St Francis Xavier and was notified that the school Battle Of the Bands was on in a couple months. Without a drummer we seemed uncertain that we would be able to find someone and be able to play. With a bit of searching we found a drummer who would play for us with one week before the audition. On the day of the Battle Of the Bands competition we played Nirvana - Heart Shaped Box and Marilyn Manson - Coma White. Being a first public performance we were surprised with how the audience took us and really got into it. Afterwards we began playing a couple of cover shows at Palais but then decided to work on origionals. We had made up three songs by June and recorded a demo cd which turned out terrible. At the time the songs seemed good but we were copying to much off our influences. We played a couple of shows and then decided to take a break. We began writing new songs and this time without our influences we started working on our own sound which was different to others. The music was better, the lyrics were better, mainly because we were putting our hearts into it more. We had written 2 new songs and played at a couple pubs until the band got lazy. For months we had not done anything, No song writing, no gigs not even practicing. Till all of a sudden around the start of 2003 we have had an outburst of ideas and been writing music constantly. With completing another 3 new songs and still working on and putting together the other material. There was one problem we had been going through and that was the drummer who is showing lack of interest. Constantly cancelling band practice and putting no effort in we decided we need a new drummer. We got onto Jay who drummed for Gerbal Sects and seemed very happy to play for us. We burnt him a copy of our songs for him to learn and jammed with him to see if he fits us and likes what we do. As soon as we played a song with him we realised what this band was missing and that was a drummer that hits the drums HARD. We pretty much crapped ourselves we played with him. After talking with him we all came to the agreement that Jay's our man.
Faster Than Falling
We have a unique sound when we don't stuff up our songs. It's kinda somewhere
between Jawbreaker, Propagandhi, Breach and The Ataris. First EP 'You'll never know
you're infinite' is out on Shriek Sounds. Took us about 3 years to make. New EP will
be out early 2004. Go to our site because we don't have many links and we will put
yours up if you send them.
The Grift Experience
You just have to listen to the Grift experience to realise that they are one of the best live talents to come out of Newcastle Australia. With songs such as Patience and Expectations, (TGE) The Grift Experience takes you on a journey with there crisp and clear acoustic a cool clear vocal range by Ryan Griffiths, warm bass texture by Mark Bennett, And hard snaped beat's by Lee Bennett.
Gazebo
Gazebo is a Hard Rock act from Newcastle. The band has been together in it's
current formation since July 2003 and has played numerous gigs around Newcastle.
Influences include Stone Sour, Metallica, Slayer, Rage Against The Machine & The Red
Hot Chili Peppers (among many others). Come to the website to find out more!!!
The Saxbys
The Saxbys formed in late 2002, minus a drummer. After finding the perfect
percussionist, they launched themselves onto the local music scene. They've
played gigs all over town, and are hungry for more. Busting out rocking
originals with subliminal messages and cheesy lyrics, The Saxbys are a young
band with a future. Whether that future will be one of rock and roll glory,
or one of shattered dreams, only time can tell.
Mitosis
Mitosis - 5 peace original death/black metal band from the hunter area. we
are dedicated to put on a good
live show for anyone that is watching. influences include In Flames, Cradle
Of Filth, Dark Tranquility.
come check us out if you ever get the chance
All roads lead to home…
After travelling their various paths four guys found their way to a tiny studio in the suburbs where they created vinyl. They’ve spent the last eighteen months hidden away in this studio and from the first time the rhythms flew out of their haven they knew it was the beginning of something special; a new home, a new family.
Vinyl is a four-piece band hailing from Newcastle. Damien Baguley – vocals and guitar, Darren Brollo – drums, Dean Kyrwood – bass and Tone Coomber – lead guitar. Each has brought something original to the band with their combined experience in an array of local and national original bands.
This is their first collaboration together. They had “all known each other for some time but had never really worked together” says Brollo. “When I was looking to form a new band early in 2001 I met Damien for a coffee (a passion we share), a couple of doppios later the band was formed and the rest is history”.
After several months of writing and recording demos, Dean Kyrwood joined the band. “Deano was the first bass player we auditioned, it felt great, the grooves really sat, it was very exciting” says Brollo.
Local guitarist, Tone Coomber, who had collaborated with Damien, began jamming with the guys. The added edge this brought to the sound made the line up complete. “After jamming on the songs with Tone it didn’t feel right performing without him, so he’s now along for the ride” says Damien.
Since Vinyl’s debut gig in January the guys have played more than thirty gigs including residency at both Sydney’s Sandringham hotel in Newtown and Newcastle’s King St Hotel, other shows include ‘Rock Against Cancer’ alongside Laura Imbruglia and the Sick Puppies, as well as ColorBlind and Zed supports. Vinyl will be touring extensively throughout 2003 announcing to the nation they have arrived.
A New Hope
A NEW HOPE is James Matthews, Brenton Alderson, Daniel Nunns, and Chris Van Namen.
This Newcastle based quartet formed in December 2002 and got straight into writting
original genre bending songs to please the Newcastle music scene. They are a mixture
of Punk, Rock, Metal, and also emo. They hit the stage scene in Sydney for their
first real gig in a band competition called Youth Rock and ever since have been
continuing to impress people around the Newcastle area. With a wide variety of
influences such as The Ataris, Finch, A Fire Inside, Metallica, New Found Glory,
Blink 182 and many more. These guys are all about fun. So make sure you catch them
at a gig. Check out the site at www.anewhopeband.cjb.net
Sleight of Hand
‘Sleight of Hand’ are a dynamic and powerful four-piece band hailing from the Hunter region in NSW.
Since it’s conception in late 1999, ‘Sleight’ have rocked the stage for local audiences attaining accolades like winning the 2002 SJ’s Bandslam competition as well as playing in numerous band competition grand finals and enabling them to start pre-production on their debut E.P.
‘Sleight’ feels that their sound represents the best of a melding of styles from each member’s influences to bring a unique blend of rock music to the audience.
Although undergoing a few line-up changes over the years, the present construct feels it is the most motivated and dedicated both to its music and each other.
Renowned locally for putting 100% effort into live performances and a command for attention ensures every performance thrives on the passion that the band has for the music it creates, and the belief in where the band can go in the future.
‘Sleight of Hand’ are soulful rock with killer grooves and emotive delivery. Come and check it out, guaranteed you’ll be singing ‘Armageddon’ as you leave.
STRIPPER
Stripper formed in January 2002. Comprising Eliza and Amanda formerly of
Newcastle band Armistice and Steph fomerly from punk band PowderKeg.
The new punk influence brought to the band by Steph combined with the softer
rock of Armistice created a more traditional heavy rock sound that is now so
very Stripper.
Starting their live career at Howlfest 2002 the band has played consistently
to loyal audiences both in
Newcastle and in Sydney where in 2003 they are definitely starting to draw
attention.
Stripper is a LIVE band. The girls live and breathe for the chance to belt
out their rock in front of a good crowd.
The Pints
The Pints play an energetic mix of punk, blues, retro and indie rock & roll – a sound which has been labeled ‘genre defying’. They began as an acoustic blues duo in 2001, but by late 2002 had evolved to a 5-piece rock & roll band. The Pints aim to create something different, an original sound based on an old-school rock ethic and expressed in a rocking live show. After playing numerous local gigs, things started to happen in March 2003 with a show at a student peace rally and another show at the Lucky, but really took off in May when The Pints won their heat of the University Band Comp. That performance and the subsequent quarter-final evoked comparisons to The Doors, Radio Birdman, Beasts of Bourbon, The Pixies and some surf music. More shows at the Lucky showed the word had spread, as The Pints were recently reviewed in Brag magazine, now being compared to Talking Heads, Television and the early CBGB’s punk scene. A CD/EP was finally recorded in June, and a show at the Northern Star proved successful. The Pints have successfully headlined their own shows with the pulling power of energy-driven, entertaining, and often chaotic live performances. The band is currently writing and rehearsing new material with new drummer Caleb Kingston, also of local rock group Paperhalo.
Room*For*A*Harlot
We're a new 5 piece punk/hardcore band with influences such as Strike
Anywhere, Good Riddance, As Friends Rust, Bigwig, 1208, The Nerve Agents,
AFI, Rise Against, Reach The Sky and many more... We're best described as
fast, right to the point with a no rock star attitude. Catch yas at a show!
Starpark have undergone a facelift to reveal new members, and a new EP. The four-piece features Starpark originals Jesse Delaney and Andy T. Phillis along with new members Graham Seaton and drummer Dave Billings. They are best described as sounding like early 80's catchy post-punk.
Starpark has supported Something for Kate, Big Heavy Stuff, Primary, Invertigo, Sneeze, Louisville Sluggers and Muzzy Pep among others. They were also nationally aired and interviewed as Triple J's unsigned band of the week in Oz Music Month.
Having been offered a national deal for their E.P. "Japanese Eyes" produced by Screaming Jets/Hang Seng mainstay Grant Walmsley, Starpark are now writing and rehearsing new material which has taken a more experimental dynamic turn. Future plans involve touring and a full-length album. Mp3s available on the website shortly.
EquiNiBriuM was born in Goulburn NSW Australia in 1997 before moving to the music mecca Newcastle at the end of 1999. There, EquiNiBriuM underwent various line-up changes and other “developmental” phases to become the massive rock unit it is today.
In concert, EquiNiBriuM’s energy has put them in a place of their own. In its performing career, EquiNiBriuM has supported many established acts including 28 Days, Superheist, The Butterfly Effect, lo-tel, Segression, Mark Of Cain and Sunk Loto. EquiNiBriuM’s strength in live performances is demonstrated by it’s involvement in events such as The Vans Warped Tour and its many satisfied supporters.
As Your Summer Dies
As Your Summer Dies play melodic punk rock influenced by bands such as The Caskett
Lottery, Foo Fighters, Texas Is The Reason, Jawbreaker, Husker Du, The Cure, Samiam,
Shai Hulud ect. After about a million line up changes we finally have a steady line
up. Sorry if the description is boring but i'm devoid of charisma sometimes.
For Seen Fury
Hey kids, are u tired of looking for music that will lower your IQ and strip
you of all dignity? Well your search is finally over!! For Seen Fury is the
new Newcastle original punk rock band that has just formed for your
entertainment with songs the will move yo ass. Sing along as Sando, Sabong,
Chiny, and Laurie perform their original hijint noise and do crazy shit
(when possible) at the expenses of others.
This hard hitting four piece screamo band will rock your brains out. Promise. Comprised of three americans and a viking ( from norway ) rocking hard together with great intensity, as far as both music and stage presence goes. Screamo! At times it’s quietly beautiful and soothing, at times it’s powerful, and at times it’s a train wreck of overwhelming passion! But no matter what the sound, SuperMarket Hero is here to rock and rock it hard.
To many, SH will still be fairly unknown, seeing that many prior gigs have gone down outside the local area (places like Canada, and in Australia: Mary St. Club in Brisbane and Mosh Pit Music in Sunshine Coast + +).
But now, as SH is on the verge of releasing its first EP (self portraits of true escape) the band is wanting to increase its local presence, as well as up and down the coast. Stay tuned for news about the coming release as well as gigs and tours on the noticeboard, as this is not the last you will hear of Supermarket Hero.
PRISM
We will be recording our demo very soon and will be free to everyone.
Our sound is simple: Metal/Rock with influences from RATM, Tool, Slipknot,
Incubus, Pearl Jam and RHCP.
All we want is our demo for the chance to be heard.
Weapons of Mass Destruction
FULL NUCLEAR YIELD ROCK!!! This is Weapons of Mass
Destruction. Five sweaty rock mutants, hell bent on going hell for
leather. These freaks, these sonic assassins, these destroyers of
hearing, these damn sexy male specimens roll out the big sounds, the
fast cars and the fine women. They will destroy your hearing, turn your
daughter's on, scare your pets and Rock the very foundations of your
being!
This is Weapons of Mass Destruction.
And this just the beginning!!
THE GRIPES
Gabba gabba hey guys, we’re the gripes umm, we’re from the lower Newcastle region and we like the ramones. Our band consists of Robert the guitarist ( he’s a bit slow ), jono ( the bassist, he’s a politically charged/confused mid teen that plays bass and sings), trav ( he’s not worth mentioning, he’s the drummer and singer, he’s a vegan and he isn’t happy with people of his school), and sometimes marcoson guitar when he’s not ripping his genes or writing love songs. Yeh well some influences include the ramones, dead kennedy’s, muse, pink floyd, sex pistols, nofx, minor threat, nirvana, bob marley and the harpooners, qotsa, the beatles(of coarse) and ill throw in good charlotte for a diversification. We try to play fast loud, sometimes angry rock with similarities to styles such as punk rock, reggae, rock “n” roll, hardcore and even some metal, weather we pull it off is another question but try to be a little generous when criticizing for the boys are shy and often scarred by bad judgement.
Peace off.
Iphis
A four piece band from Lake Macquarie which formed in early 2001. Iphis
consists of Ronan (Doughy) McElhinney on lead guitar, Dylan Dudley on rhythm
guitar & vocals, Liam Craft on bass and Chris Brown on drums. These boys
formed the band with one thing in mind, to play some heavy metal and play it
damn good and, according to fans, they are doing just that. Heavily
influenced by bands like Metallica, Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath & Pantera,
Iphis's goal is to bring back the old style of heavy metal with a new twist,
without the use of turntables or computers. With a wide range of original
songs, Iphis is not your typical heavy metal try-hard cover band. Just check
us and see for yourself. ROCK ON!!!!!!!!!
Filament Hope
Comprising of Jesse Delaney [Starpark, Kindersane, Grand Champions], Andy T. Phillis
[Starpark, Transistor Child], Ben Fletcher [Red Drink, Coastguard], and Dave
Billings [Deep 6, Coastguard, Draw the Line], the bands first show was supporting
Muzzy Pep @ the Beaches Hotel in May. The band has already acquired quite a
reputation through Jess and Andy T. supporting Something for Kate, Big Heavy Stuff,
Primary, Invertigo, Sneeze, and Louisville Sluggers in Starpark, and also being
nationally aired and interviewed as Triple J's unsigned band of the week in Oz Music
Month. Ben and Dave were also well known for their work throughout Newcastle so the
turnout at the Beaches was huge. Best described as sounding like early 80's catchy
post-punk, yet still melodic and emotive, they combine Jess's rich voice and unusual
guitar lines, Andy T.'s wandering bass and pop melodies with Ben's vocal and guitar
dynamics plus Dave's wall-o-sound drums. Having been offered a national deal for
their E.P. "Japanese Eyes" produced by Screaming Jets/Hang Seng mainstay Grant
Walmsley, filament Hope are now writing and rehearsing new material which has taken
a more experimental dynamic turn. Future plans involve touring and a full-length
album. Mp3s available on the website shortly.
We are the band 'deFusion', we are a newly established band in Newcastle Australia.
Our music we believe is substantially different as it covers a wide variety of influences which each band member contributes. The music of the band has evolved over 3 years of hard work, only late last year securing a bassist.
Anyway... a brief bio of the band deFusion. Yass and Craig have been playing together for ages now. Both have had other musical exploits than just playing together. Used to have another guy play bass with em, but he wasn't available for this latest attempt at forming a band with a future. Baxter has jammed with both Yass and Craig a few times when he still lived in his bachelor pad with his bro, but that was on guitar. Late in 2002, Yass and Craig wanted to give the band idea one last attempt... They needed a bassist and Baxter happened to own a bass. So Craig sms'ed him to see if he was keen. Craig dropped by Baxter's latest residence and showed him the ropes. He wasn't awful so Craig gave him the green light and what was to be known as "deFusion" was formed.
It wasn't until this webpage idea was being developed at an after jam rendezvous at Macca's, that they came up with the bands name. From 26.1.2003 the three piece band, that was not yet complete, was known as DeFusion. Around the 27.3.2003 - just over 2 months later, it was officially anounced that DeFusion had a singer. His name was Josh. Josh had been a muso for years. At the time performing solo gigs here and there, just waiting for the opportunity to join a band that he could belong too. DeFusion was his choice. At the first band meeting the name was subtley changed to deFusion. Note the lower-case d. Just before deFusion were about to start giggin, Josh mysteriously retired from the band, citing lack of commitment by himself as his reason. deFusion were yet again seeking to fill the void that will complete the band... Brett our new singer has come to fill that void.
The Making Belief
The Making Belief features ex-Cryogenic and ex-Henry's Anger frontman Steve
Simmons, along with members of semi-legendary Maitland band Mischling. New
(not nu) metal that encompasses a wide range of influences and backgrounds,
The Making Belief is a band with big things in their sights. Influences
include System Of A Down, Morbid Angel, Sabbath, Strapping Young Lad and
Iron Maiden to name just a few. MP3's available.
SUPERSONIC
Supersonic, with Mark Wells on guitar and vocals, Matt Plummer on guitar, keyboards and vocals, Alex McIntyre on bass and vocals and Tim Russell on drums, have been together for six years. In that time they've made themselves familiar with a number of studios in Newcastle and Sydney. They've recorded and sold all available pressings of their first two independent CDs with the third, 'Waking Hour', now in the stores and selling like its predecessors.
Bunson
Based in Newcastle Australia, this three piece will take you on a music journey with their encapsulating whispers and their melodic roars. Bunson's stage presence keeps audiences enthralled with their quirky stage set up and their highly vigorous stage antics, creating a spectacular visual feast for every viewer.
Risen By Error
We are "Risen By
Error" a five peice original punk rock band from Newcastle who play our
music fast and heavy. Our main influences are bands like Strung Out, Nofx,
Good Riddance, Sick of it all, Rise Against and Raised Fist.
lout
lout have had a great start, a debut recording and interest from a major
label before they had even played their first gig. Picked up by their agent
after a quick 20 minute spot at an acoustic jam night. Best of all the gig
dates are filling up quick.
Their "two-set" shows of melodious pop/rock in the vein of the Foo Fighters,
early Pearl Jam and Radio Head first up and acoustic rock in the styling of
Silverchair and Jeff Buckley up second, gives them the variety to keep the
punters interested.
"Our sets are like a well balanced dinner a few light hearted covers
followed by a tasty main course of rock finished off with a warm bowl of
acoustic pop and a glass of port".
lout are out to bring and add to the great original music and entertainment
in Newcastle, the Mid North & Central Coast and Sydney. They aren't
interested in painful rock attitudes and egos although they "rock" and will
kick your ass;)
All in all "lout" is music from the sole.
INDECLINE
INDECLINE have been smashing local music for the last 6 months. The recent
release of their self titled EP has seen an unexpected insurgence of
hardcore into the all ages scene. A truly dynamic stage show and a sound
that will leave you deaf for weeks afterwards.
Diamond Blue
Diamond Blue is a 3 peice band that plays rock from the 70s to todays classics from
Deep Purple, Santana all the way to Green Day and Blink 182. Although these are
covers, The band also has a few Great originals that will soon be heard around
Newcastle.
Cotton Sidewalk
COTTON SIDEWALK have released their debut album, MASS TRANSIT RADIO and are
all set to grow into a multinational conglomerate, complete with letterheads
and memos.
The Fourth Dimension
Enter the 4th Dimension with this new, young and local punk/rock band based
in Warners Bay. These guys play originals mostly and plan on hitting the
spotlight in Newcastle shortly. Keep your eyes out for 4D as you will here
more from them in the future.
Immune
Rock Bands Don't come much more BONKERS than these guys. Immune are a very different
kettle of turbo charged ambition as their music happily demonstrates.
Below Expectations
Local punk band that plays new school/hardcore style originals and tells bad
jokes. based in merewether.
visit our super tech website at http://www.belowexpectations.tk
Anthony Gore
Local musician delving in ambience, breaks and industrial electronica. Visit
the website here for news, mp3 and media.
Once Were Tadpoles
Once Were Tadpoles are a young four piece that began hitting the music scene seriously at the start of 2002. They were semi-finalist at the 2002 YouthRock band comp (one of their first gigs) and finalist at the Cambridge Hotel Band Comp.
With many gigs to their credit, Once Were Tadpoles are fast becoming crowd favourites with teenagers and the adult scene alike.
Once Were Tadpoles, with their new school blend of punk and rock and lyrics both driven by emotion and experience, offer a dynamic stage show that you wont soon forget
Delirium
Bands Don't come much more BONKERS than these guys. Born in Newcastle, Australia is one of the reasons why they are doing what they are doing today. Delirium is a 4 piece original rock band which formed in janurary 2003, with a very diverse style ranging from Heavy rock to punk rock to Nu metal. The only obviuos influences on them would be local band, silverchair and hard rockers Korn.
Genius
Genius is a five piece pop punk band from the nelson bay area. we are a
young band that plays our own catchy originals. we like having fun.
iOninc
iOnic is an original outfit - band if you will - that creates electronic music and performs it live. Using modern hard and software, and good old fashioned recording devices, these guys delve deep into the world of sampling, sequencing, synthesizing and beat making.
Johnno
Johnno has been describes as "Hendrix, Clapton, Santana and Chuck Berry all rolled into one and has to be one of the best Blues/Rock guitarist in the southern hemisphere", so if you like your blues with style and attitude come and FEEL how a good Blues guitarist sounds.
Worthless Cause
DESCRIPTION COMING SOON!
Front Foot Forward
Whave been
together for 6 months but have achieved things such as getting up to
number 2 on the mp3.com.au charts. and you can
listen to our mp3 at http://www.mp3.com.au/frontfootforward.
Jengacide
Jengacide are a 4 peice rock band with a few origionals
and a selection of covers ranging from Silverchair to Rage Against The
Machine (and anything in between). Check out the site to find out more.
Angora
Elliott lewis and Jim Trewhella have known each other for years. Growing up in Newcastle would probably be one of the reasons behind for what they are doing now. They started out just jamming in Jims dads recording room knowing that they needed a bass player to polish off the band. So one day Jim was in music and heard this huge ass bass riff.
He looked over to see who it was playing it and there he was, Craig Latham. He was asked to join the band and without hesitation he said "yes"! Finally the band had been polished and they are now on their way to glory!
Amathyst
Amathyst are a four piece all girl band with a very diverse style ranging from cruisy pop rock to heavy.
Tone Orange
To this: The trio’s members, Chris Tester (vocals/bass), Max
(guitar/vocals) and Ben Briscoe (drums).
Readily acknowledged as one of the Newcastle/Central Coast Region's hardest working
outfits, with over 100 gigs under their belts since their formation, Tone Orange has
gone from support act to the likes of Pacifier, The Sleepy Jackson , Antiskeptic ,
Morgana and the Monstars and The Sick Puppies, to headlining in their own right at
prestigious gigs in their hometown, as well as regular forays to Sydney and further
afield. They have earned a popular reputation as a bitchin’ live draw wherever they
perform. A forthcoming, comprehensive East Coast tour with a CD Re-lease should see
that reputation consolidated, and will bring their name before an ever-growing
number of enthusiastic punters. It goes without saying that on stage is Tone
Orange’s natural habitat, where they cast out their “all killa, no filla”
repertoire, astounding all who witness them.
Go To Bed Jessica
GTBJess were the winners of the 2001 Newcastle Uni band comp and went on to come 2nd in the state at the National Campus Band comp wherethey got noticed by Tim Farris from INXS who is helping the band produce some demos. They also won the 2001 Central Coast Live and Raw band competition as well as the Ettalong Beach Hotel Band competition. They have played with the likes of The Screaming Jets, The Porkers, Primary, John Butler Trio and Lo-tel. The band is planning on releasing a single before the end of the year.
Warc C
WARD "C" are a five piece act from Newcastle, NSW, who play original material. Impossible to classify into any known genre, the music could best be termed “adult space pop”. The entourage comprises DOCTOR APOLLO (microphonics), PSYCKO SURGEON (guitars, backing vocals), MATRON X (bass, backing vocals), NURSE NASTY (keyboards, backing vocals) and THE FIREMAN (drums, backing vocals, miscellaneous noises); five unique individuals with years of performing and recording experience between them. Members have previously toured Australia and Europe in various other cover and original bands, including The Australian Beatles Show.
Rubix Cuba
It's a rock band with horns, armed an army of sing-and-dance-along tunes, devoted fans, and a giant dancing cube. Rubix Cuba's music is energetic and melodic, with a stage show to match. Check out the website for more info.
Libido
Libido are an original band who got together in late 2001. Libido have hit the Newcastle music scene with a great response and are well worth a look at.
Shit on Toast
Shit on Toast is a one man electronic powerhouse who knows his way around good hooks and melody.
Many of his tracks have been available in the audiogalaxy system for a while. Some of his more memorable moments are 'Stoner Grooves', 'The Sordid Past Of Frankie Goes To Hollywood (Fred's Limp Penis Mix)' & 'esreveR'.
Extortion
Take a look at Extortion's new website. They site features pictures of the band and with samples from the bands latest CD in MP3 format. Extortion's previous performances have included gigs with Superheist, Lo-Tel and the Sick Puppies.
Repercussion
Batucada Drum and Percussion Group
Go along to one of their their open rehearsals held every Tuesday Night at 7pm. New members are welcomed - Instruments Supplied
See their site for more details.
Riot
Riot are Newcastles answer to The Living End. Their hard hitting riffs, combined with the gut wrenching solos, are enough to bring any Psychobilly to his knees.
The Blue Stain Circus
The Blue Stain Circus are Newcastle's very own Horny Rock Band. We have an upbeat style, combining Rock, Funk, and Blues. Check out our site for gig info.
Election Day
Election Day are a four piece rock outfit from the Maitland area. This is the official website with lyrics, dawnmail, photos and a several downloadable demos of their songs.
Anthony Russell
Anthony Russell is a Newcastle based electronic musician. He delves in the styles of breaks, electronic classical, industrial, ambience, experimental and whatever else he feels like at the time of creation. Visit the website for mp3's, gig info, ideas and news.
Mickyfin
MICKYFIN are a four piece melodic rock group. In their short career they have played quite a few shows including support for Alex Lloyd on the Newcastle leg of his 'watching angels mend' tour at the university of Newcastle's bar on the hill to an almost sellout crowd with a great reception. They have recorded 2 tracks with Mark Tinson this year and they are available for download at no charge from their page. Also you will find pics, news, and regularly updated gig details, and a guestbook for your rantings. Enjoy.
Thirty Seven
Thirty Seven began in January 2001. 37 began their career at the Cambridge hotel on a Saturday nite and it all went from there. They played at Hunter, Lass o gowrie, School (H.S.P.A) The Furnace (Fareinhiet 2), the palais, And became finalists for the Sydney Rock esteddford National Battle of the Bands, held at the Hills Centre Sydney(a huge buzz) but their best claim to fame was Supporting Frenzal Rhomb at the very unlikely Tomteland. The next big buzz was hearing their song "Hoon" play on triple J due to promo for "the Resilience", a gig at the palias raising funds for Youth suicide. Thirty Seven recorded their first E.P with Peter Kreft and are planning the release.
Upfront
Local 5 piece punk band with influences from One Dollar Short, Draw The Line, Guttermouth, Second Best, Millencolin, NOFX, Pennywise, AFI, Bodyjar and many others.
DJ Mad
DJ MaD started back in 1996, but just recently was propelled into the spotlight with his club track "Feel My Body", which went to No.2 on the National Digital House Charts early 2001. Hard House meets Dance meets Techno meets Acid Funk is the best description of his current style of music. Like a cross between Public Domain, Fatboy Slim, and Paul Mac. Quite often his releases have so much bass in them that they will push your subs to their limits and keep pushing once they're there! Tracks can be freely downloaded from the website.
DJ Fallout
Techno meets metal. Not quite slipknot and not quite Public Domain. A mixture of both to give Newcastle it,s very own taste of electronic mayhem with an anologue feel.
Creeping Jesus
Creeping Jesus are a local old school punk band who deliver to the Australian punk scene what no-one else can. With ex-guitarist from No Reason and airplay on Triple J with the song "Didn't come to make friends", Creeping Jesus are definately worth keeping an eye on. Debut, self-titled album is out now. Check the website for a full length bonus mp3 track from the CD.
2 Ton Monk
A new four piece original band playing ska - punk - hardcore music. The members have beenplaying in other bands since high school and have now collaberated to form 2 Ton Monk.
Phobile Mones
A five piece original band with punk influences.
Detuner
Local techno outfit that formed in October 2000. Detuner has many tracks available for download at mp3.com. CD's and other merchandise are available from the website.
Chin Chen
Local original band playing a progressive rock groove. They were winners of the University of Newcastle Band Competition in 1997 and have supported several national and international acts during their career.
Decoder
Started in 1994 out of the ashes of Pendulum Newcastle. Dekoder is Justin Wolthers who was been involved in making electronic music in newcastle since 1987. This acts has followed many styles of music; industrial, electronic, experimental, trance, hardcore techno and ambient, so each cd can be vastly different from another.
All Over Me
All Over Me - have been together for a few years now and have just scored themselves a new lead singer. The A.O.M sound is very diverse from Rock, Industrial, Hip Hop to mellow acoustic, So if you're into weird keyboard sounds, heavy to mellow guitar, hard / diverse drumming and vocals that will send shivers down your spin, then you'll be into All Over Me.
Osmium Grid
Emerging from the industrial wastelands of Newcastle’s defunct steel industry. Osmium Grid exemplify a revolt against happy pop tunes. Dark and intense sounds which emerge from this two and a half year manifestation have drawn huge audiences to their hometown appearances, filling venues with an entrenched following.
Powder Keg
The recently launched www.powderkegpunkers.com is the online home of local punk band Powder Keg.
Schauncher
First born with a playstation as the drum/noise section, SCHLAUNCHER have evolved into a 5 peice ROCK band that believes "Nothing great will ever be acheived without enthusiasm". Visit their website for gig/band info + mp3's.
The Good
Four young muso's combined their raw talents to bring to life rock band "The Good". Now with the release of their first C.D. the band is hitting the Hunter's local gig scene in force.
Bitch Funky Sex Machine
'The Machine' has recently finished tracking their debut album, with a working title of 'Wacked Wallace.' It will be officially released on the Internet in the coming months and will also be available in selected CD stores.
Enertia
Enertia first formed in 1998 and began with gigs at local surf clubs and at other surfing events. Since that time Enertia have played at many venues including support for the band Silverchair. They have also played at the Sobriety gigs. They have just launched their new EP called Live at the Joint, it is available at soundworld stores around newcastle and online at the Soundworld website.
Legacy of Sound
An instrumentalist with the ability to play many different styles of Music. Legacy of Sound has just released a new album called Aural Ecstacy.
The PRteam
Blending minimalist acoustic grooves with pop-cult sampling and post-rock self consciousness. The PRteam creates Sonic-Electro-Nerdadelic, an Audio celebration of all that is unPopular. Coming Soon - 'Soft Core' by The PRteam on unPop Records.
Twin Psyche
If your'e into music that has a dark melodic edge, an atmospheric twist and a groove to shake you to shake your bootie, Twin Psyche is just what you have been looking for.
Death in Monaro Country
Death in Monaro Country are an independant band hailing from the streets of Newcastle. They formed in 1995 and although they don't play as often as they once did, don't be surprised if you see them around again soon. Their homepage features pictures and audio samples from their recordings.
Nine Ways Down
Nine Ways Down formed in July 1999. Their punk music and style has come a long way in almost one year. After a period of about two months of separation, they adopted a new style along with a new guitarist. Nine Ways Down mix up their music with variations of quick riffs, thrash punk, transitions of fast and slow music along with some boppy ska songs to dance to.
Heddy's Revenge
With a mixture of boys and girls, sugar and spice, coming together to form all things nice, Heddys Revenge are a Newcastle band with a great sounding set of some damn fine tunes that are sure to Please. The band has just recently taken on a new bass player. Take a look at their new home on the web.
Palisade
With influences from popular bands such as Jebediah and local export silverchair, Palisade have combined youth, enthusiasm, daggy jokes and unusual stage antics to capture the attention of their audience. Palisade have just completed recording their debut EP, titled Just For Fun, and are hoping to take their 'funky punk' to a higher level in the local music scene.
Beyond The Treeline
4 piece band with diverse influences and an original sound.
Chi
An seven-piece band developed from the jam ethic. Chi developed its music from live performance rather than rehersal. Chi has spent the last year playing to pub audiences with the chief intention of making them dance. Over the course of this period, Chi has developed basic grooves into intricate compositions, making it one of the most dynamic rhythm-dance bands in Newcastle.
Sledge
Sledge formed around the start of 1999 and after playing as a cover band for a year. They are now playing their own style of heavy rock which can be only described as rough edged, smooth surfaced.
Nihilist
Nihilist are a Novocastrian hardcore three-piece who have been belting out their unique blend of grinding power-violence since 1993. Their homepage has high volume and alcohol content.
Scarchild
A band that grew from the ashes of legendary local band Licorice, scarchild are gaining a reputation for delivering a great live performance. Their page features a collection of photos by Alissa Pantazis.
Case for Jefferson
Case for Jefferson have been playing original hardcore music since 1999. Their main influences include Mid Youth Crisis, 108, Strife, NoFX, AFI, Good Riddence, Integrity, Sick of it All, Saves the Day and Slayer.
Five Timer
Five timer have been playing their brand of thrash music since 1988. Their influences include Deftones, Slipknot, Soulfly, and Limp Bizkit. Two of the band members also play in the band Case for Jefferson.
Supaslide
Supaslide play guitar based rock with a blues influence. Their influences span from early blues based rock such as Led Zepplin, Cream and Jimi Hendrix to modern hard rock such as Front End Loader, Rage against the Machine and Powdrefinger. During April 1999, Supaslide recorded their double A-sided single "Its My Fault / The Wierd Guy". This single was produced by Parris Macleoud and recorded at Cloud Studios.
Necromancy
NECROMANCY was formed in mid 1996 by four likeminded schoolmates who each had a passion for the Heavier,darker side of music. They started playing covers from other heavy bands of the day and with these songs played their first live gigs around the Taree and Mid North Coast regions. Major influences were Metallica, Biohazard, and Sepultura.
Strength to Strength
Strength to Strength play their own unique brand of funk/rock. They will be touring around regional NSW in July in the Web of Life Tour.
Draw The Line
Draw the line are one of Newcastle's premier punk bands. Having supported
the likes of the Ataris, Juliana Theory, One Dollar Short and Bodyjar. Draw
the line have been hard at work up and down the coast of Australia
converting people to their infectious and original melodic punk sounds. You
can buy merch, download mp3's or catch up on the latest DTL news at their
brand new website
Anakin
ANAKIN - a local original band armed with a rock sytle tha can wake punters at 50 paces. Their homepage features gig dates and songs in MP3 format.
Cutaway
Cutaway is a Newcastle based three piece original band. They play Alternative/Grunge style music with strong influences from Incubus, Sunk Loto, Silverchair, Helmet, Tool, Grinspoon, Sevendust, Deftones.
Operation Lager
The new official website for frof rock band Operation Lager, features mp3's, pics, lyrics + more.
Liquafaction
Pats Place - the home of Liquafaction on the web. Liquafaction play a mixture of rock and funk with influences from Red Hot Chili Peppers, Metallica, U2, Faith No More, Tommy Emmanuel, Rage Against the Machine and The Living End
Papadapang
Papadapang is a local original band who's focus on originality sees diversity and mixtures of styles from funk and alternative rock, through elements of jazz, pop and into mellower ballads.
Nubrium
Nubrium formed around the end of 1999. Their homepage features songs in MP3 format and other news including gig dates.
Undermine
UNDERMINE is a new wave metal band based in the Eleebana/Valentine area of Newcastle. Their repertoire has gradually progressed into the "nu-metal" genre thanks to influences such as Machine Head, Fear Factory, Limp Bizkit, Slipknot and Svendust.