Live reviews
LIVE: Karnivool w/ TesseracT (UK) & Car Bomb (US) – Perth | Boorloo, 18 July 2026
LIVE: Karnivool w/ TesseracT (UK) & Car Bomb (US) – Perth | Boorloo, 18 July 2026 Ice Cream Factory, Perth, Western Australia Reviewed by Ayla Simpson Photography by Michael Farnell The chart-topping album ‘In Verses’ is so much more than a meticulously crafted masterpiece. It explores resilience and perseverance through themes of self-reflection, struggle, hope […]
LIVE: Cradle of Filth + DevilDriver – Perth | Boorloo, 16 July 2026
LIVE: Cradle of Filth + DevilDriver – Perth | Boorloo, 16 July 2026 The Astor, Perth, Western Australia Reviewed by Ayla Simpson Photography by Linda Dunjey The rain had been falling over Perth for the better part of the day, but if anything, it only heightened the mood as metal fans streamed into the Astor […]
LIVE: SPIDERBAIT, THE MEANIES, THE GNOMES, BLUSH – PERTH | BOORLOO, 11 July 2026
LIVE: SPIDERBAIT, THE MEANIES, THE GNOMES, BLUSH – PERTH | BOORLOO, 11 July 2026 THE ICE CREAM FACTORY, Northbridge / Boorloo Review by Scarrrrlet Black Photography by Pete Gardner What A Wicked Web Well, I am almost embarrassed to admit that this writer has never been to the Ice Cream Factory and, after tonight, I […]
Interviews
A Dirty Dozen with KIKE SANCHÍS from GREEN DESERT WATER – July 2026
According to a recent press release: “Spain-based power trio GREEN DESERT WATER is pleased to present their Eerie Meadows full-length, now streaming in its kaleidoscopic entirety. The premiere comes in advance of the record’s official release tomorrow, Friday June 19th, via Small Stone Recordings. Eerie Meadows features eight immersive and engaging tracks, merging heavy psychedelia and melodies born across decades from the […]
A Dirty Dozen with CAROLINA LIAR – July 2026
According to a recent press release: “Carolina Liar is the project of Charleston, SC native and Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Chad Wolf. After working for legendary songwriter Diane Warren and recording in Stockholm with Max Martin — one of the biggest pop producers of all time — Wolf broke through with the 2008 Atlantic Records debut […]
A Dirty Dozen with FAMOUS STRANGERS – July 2026
According to a recent press release: “Famous Strangers is a heavy metal band from Sherwood Park, Alberta. Rooted in the classics and built for today, the band brings together four veterans of the Alberta music scene with over 20 years of collective experience. With four singles, a music video for every release, and a debut […]
Music reviews
SINGLE REVIEW: Darkyra – We Are Blind
SINGLE REVIEW: Darkyra – We Are Blind Released 10 July 2026 Reviewed by Scarrrlet Black Thankfully, this Perth-based operatic, symphonic, goth metal band is back in business. Initially the solo brainchild of songwriter, Gina Bafile, Darkyra have re-emerged as a tight ensemble, featuring Bafile on vocals, Drew Casella on drums, Maaz Malik on […]
ALBUM REVIEW: ROSE CARLEO BAND – 42 DAYS
ALBUM REVIEW: ROSE CARLEO BAND – 42 DAYS Independent May 2026 Reviewed by Shane Pinnegar 93% From opener You Ain’t Foolin’ Me it’s patently clear that The Rose Carleo Band are on the level. Like the protagonist of this song, we can usually smell anything fake a mile off, and what we have here is […]
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MUSIC REVIEW: PHILIP SHOUSE – Side 1 [EP]
Label: Wild Kingdom / Sound Pollution Release Date: February 27, 2026 Rating: 94% Reviewer: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur While I have listened to Philip Shouse for a long time without realizing it, his roles in bands with John Corabi, Ace Frehley, Gene Simmons, and Accept kept him in my line of vision. With 2026, he steps […]
News
THE CRIBS Announce October 2026 Australian Tour
THE CRIBS Announce October 2026 Australian Tour Beloved UK indie‑rock trio The Cribs; brothers Gary, Ryan and Ross Jarman will return to Australia in October 2026 for their first national tour since 2018, celebrating the release of their bold new album, Selling A Vibe. After more than two decades, nine albums and a reputation as […]
THE HELLACOPTERS and GLUECIFER Announce ”Respect The Rock” March 2027 Australian Tour
THE HELLACOPTERS and GLUECIFER Announce ”Respect The Rock” March 2027 Australian Tour After a long wait, get ready for the triumphant return of THE HELLACOPTERS who will be joining forces with their brothers in rock, for their first time Down Under, the mighty GLUECIFER. Aussie fans, come along, stand tall, throw the horns to the […]
BRYAN ADAMS ANNOUNCES ROLL WITH THE PUNCHES ARENA TOUR FOR AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND – FEBRUARY/MARCH 2027
BRYAN ADAMS ANNOUNCES ROLL WITH THE PUNCHES ARENA TOUR FOR AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND – FEBRUARY/MARCH 2027 + SPECIAL GUEST NATALIE IMBRUGLIA ‘An all-night singalong’ – Vancouver Sun ‘Adams turned the packed arena into one giant, heart-thumping rock party … even after all these years, you could tell he was enjoying every second on stage’ […]
Book reviews
BOOK REVIEW: NIGHT DIVIDES THE DAY – The Doors Anthology by The Doors
BOOK REVIEW: NIGHT DIVIDES THE DAY – The Doors Anthology by The Doors Genesis Publications via New South Books, May 2025 Hard cover, rrp AUD$115 Reviewed by Shane Pinnegar 83% The story of The Doors as told through quotes from the band members, producers, record label people and many more is a fascinating trip through […]
BOOK REVIEW: CONAN THE BARBARIAN: BATTLE OF THE BLACK STONE by Jim Zub & Jonas Scharf
BOOK REVIEW: CONAN THE BARBARIAN: BATTLE OF THE BLACK STONE by Jim Zub & Jonas Scharf Titan Comics via New South Publishers Paperback, $34.99, August 2025 Reviewed by Shane Pinnegar 88% Conan the Barbarian may have been Robert E Howard’s most famous and enduring character, but he was far from his only memorable hero. Howard, […]
BOOK REVIEW: A FINE LINE BETWEEN STUPID & CLEVER by Rob Reiner
BOOK REVIEW: A FINE LINE BETWEEN STUPID & CLEVER by Rob Reiner Simon & Schuster Australia, September 2025 Paperback, rrp AU$36.99 Reviewed by Shane Pinnegar 110% (Eleven-ty percent) In my recent book ROCKSPLOITATION – Celebrating 69 Hits, Flops & Cult Favourite Rock n’ Roll Movies, I devote a considerable number of pages to This Is […]
Movie & Theatre reviews
MOVIE: SCREAM 7
MOVIE: SCREAM 7 Written by Kevin Williamson, Guy Busick, James Vanderbilt Directed by Kevin Williamson Starring Neve Campbell, Courtney Cox, Isabel May, Jasmine Savoy-Brown, Joel McHale, McKenna Grace Reviewed by Tia Pinnegar “It’s all led to this” Scream is back for the 7th installment in the franchise. The opening credits started off strong with the […]
FRINGE FESTIVAL – VELVET METAL, Perth, 31 Jan 2026
FRINGE FESTIVAL – VELVET METAL, Perth, 31 Jan 2026 The Red Room, Perth, Western Australia Review & pictures by Shane Pinnegar There’s a stunning power to rock and metal songs, as we all know, but rarely is that so highlighted as when the songs are stripped of their power chords and rows of amps and […]
FRINGE FESTIVAL – 27 CLUB, Perth, 3 Feb 2026
FRINGE FESTIVAL – 27 CLUB, Perth, 3 Feb 2026 Rechabite Hall, Perth, Western Australia Review & pictures by Shane Pinnegar You won’t find a more authentic rock n’ roll experience at this year’s Perth Fringe Festival than the lauded 27 Club featuring Sarah McLeod (Superjesus), Carla Lippis (Mondo Psycho) and Dusty Lee Stephensen (The Wanderers). […]
More
WAM Regional Showcase 2026
WAM Regional Showcase 2026 On Friday 14 August, some of WA’s most exciting regional acts take over Mojo’s Bar Fremantle for one night only. The WAM Regional Showcase is here, and the lineup is stacked. 2026 Lineup: Paige Valentine Zai Pereira Brightsider Amberley Maryellen The WAM Regional Showcase celebrates the incredible talent emerging from across […]
DEAR SEATTLE ANNOUNCE REGIONAL AUSTRALIAN TOUR IN AUGUST WITH SPECIAL GUESTS SEAHAVEN (US)
DEAR SEATTLE ANNOUNCE REGIONAL AUSTRALIAN TOUR IN AUGUST WITH SPECIAL GUESTS SEAHAVEN (US) Sydney punk rockers Dear Seattle are hitting the road this August, announcing an extensive regional Australian headline tour with special guests Seahaven (US). Tickets are on sale now via Destroy All Lines. Kicking off in Western Australia on Friday 28 August, the […]
Dayseeker Australian Tour 2027 With Special Guests Jutes (USA), Silent Planet (USA) + sace6 (USA)
Dayseeker Australian Tour 2027 With Special Guests Jutes (USA), Silent Planet (USA) + sace6 (USA) Undeniably one of the most emotionally resonant and stylistically agile bands in heavy music today, 2027 will see the welcomed return of DAYSEEKER back to Australian shores, set to tick of a national headline run joined by a stalwart lineup […]
BOYZ II MEN ANNOUNCE AUSTRALIAN & NEW ZEALAND TOUR WITH SALT-N-PEPA & BEL BIV DEVOE FOR NOVEMBER & DECEMBER 2026
BOYZ II MEN ANNOUNCE AUSTRALIAN & NEW ZEALAND TOUR WITH SALT-N-PEPA & BEL BIV DEVOE FOR NOVEMBER & DECEMBER 2026 MG Live, Frontier Touring and Arena Touring are thrilled to announce that global R&B icons Boyz II Men are returning to Australia and New Zealand in November and December for a run of outdoor and […]
DAVE WARNER’S FROM THE SUBURBS: 50 YEARS STRONG AUSSIE TOUR
DAVE WARNER’S FROM THE SUBURBS: 50 YEARS STRONG AUSSIE TOUR Never To Be Repeated This October marks fifty years of Dave Warner’s from the Suburbs – one of Australia’s most original bands, and true doyens of the pub-rock era. Dubbed the “Suburban Boy,” Dave Warner is one of Bob Dylan’s favourite Australian artists. He launched […]
LEVEL 42 Announce 2nd Perth Show Due To Popular Demand – First Show SOLD OUT!
LEVEL 42 Announce 2nd Perth Show Due To Popular Demand – First Show SOLD OUT! Due to incredibly popular demand LEVEL 42 have announced a 2nd Perth show! The show will take place on Tuesday 19th January at the ASTOR THEATRE! The show on Monday 18th is SOLD OU! Tickets are on sale now from: […]
PALEFACE SWISS, COUNTERPARTS & FOX LAKE Announce January + February 2027 Australian Tour
PALEFACE SWISS, COUNTERPARTS & FOX LAKE Announce 2027 Australian Tour “Paleface Swiss bring the fire and the fury and within seconds of them coming on stage, it’s easy to see why they just get bigger and bigger. Rarely do you get the chance to see a band as explosive as this – existing in the […]
The Dreggs Return From Nashville for their ‘Heading Home’ AU Tour
The Dreggs Return From Nashville for their ‘Heading Home’ AU Tour After a massive month locked away writing in the heart of Nashville, The Dreggs are crossing the Pacific and bringing their fresh sounds straight back to Australian stages this October for their first national tour in over a year. The ‘Heading Home’ Australian Tour […]
THE SUPERSUCKERS, NASHVILLE PUSSY & NINE POUND HAMMER Announce SUPERPUSSY 2 – February 2027 Australian Tour
THE SUPERSUCKERS, NASHVILLE PUSSY & NINE POUND HAMMER Announce SUPERPUSSY 2 – February 2027 Australian Tour The triumphant return of THE SUPERSUCKERS & NASHVILLE PUSSY, but Australia, it just got bigger, it’s Hammertime – that’s right, direct from Kentucky, USA, we bring you NINE POUND HAMMER for their first time ever Down Under. Three of […]
A Dirty Dozen with DUSTIN CLEARY from BLACKSTAFF – July 2026
According to a recent press release: “Everything Is Noise is currently streaming Drowner from Seattle blackened doom metal solo project, BLACKSTAFF, in its entirety. The premiere comes in advance of the EP’s official release Friday, July 10th. Born in the Cascade Mountains of Washington State in 2022, BLACKSTAFF is the passion project of multi-instrumentalist and […]
