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Rising from the innermost parts of Lebanon’s underground music scene, Borrowed Time are hitting hard in 2026 with their newest single 'Withered'. 'Withered' takes existential dread plus those questions that keep us awake at night, and provides a haven for anyone weighed down by a heavy mind. Did I make the right decisions? Have my sacrifices in life been worth it? 'Withered' deals with these feelings of burnout and turns them into something worthwhile. By entwining elements o

Citizen are back. Tell your mum, tell your cousin, tell your dog. Halcyon Blues has finally dropped. Photo: Atiba Jefferson Three years on from their last album, Calling the Dogs, Citizen are letting everyone know they aren't slowing down. Album six comes off the back of celebrating ten years of Everybody is Going to Heaven in 2025. Since breaking onto the scene with debut album Youth in 2013, Citizen have only pushed themselves from strength to strength. Youth is one of thos

Torn From Hope are a newly formed modern metalcore band from Brisbane. There is definitely something in those Queensland waters, because Torn From Hope deliver sheer and relentless brutality with ease and authenticity with “Lights Out”. This aggression serves as a backdrop to raw and honest lyricism that demonstrate Torn From Hope’s core mission to give a voice to those fighting battles that often go unseen. "Lights Out" is unapologetically heavy right from the very first not

Adelaide five piece, Sørrøwstate, are not resting on their laurels. Following up April’s release of My Own Grave, they’re back with new single, Same Old Pain.

Eight albums and twenty years deep, Southampton’s very own, Bury Tomorrow, are still vying to be known as metalcore’s hardest working band.

Brisbane based post-punk six piece My Friend Chloe are back in 2026, with a mesmerising new track that explores the very idea of what it means to grieve. Described by the band as “post-punk for the dance floor”, 'Grief' is like if The Prodigy travelled back in time to the 70’s for song inspo. Taking listeners through a psychedelic post-punk haze, a hypnotic bassline is layered with dual floating synths and distorted guitars that weave into the sonic texture. The vocals in thi

If you’re looking for a song that perfectly encapsulates that nostalgic feel of 2000s alternative rock, while still feeling modern and relatable, Vinewood Rally have you covered with their brand new song ‘Lydia’. From the outskirts of Western Sydney, Vinewood Rally are a three-piece rock band that take inspiration from the rawness of post-grunge and the attitude of early 2000s alt-rock. With ‘Lydia’, these guys draw from the sounds of bands like Violent Soho, Grinspoon, Linki

Here is the May edition of our new monthly blog sharing some of our newly discovered favourite bands and artists!! You can check out our picks for last month here! Read on for more info about each band, as well as our top tracks, hand selected by the Hot & Heavy team ♡ Nausicaa Naarm / Melbourne For fans of/ sounds like: My Bloody Valentine Sonic Youth Elysian Fields Members: Kristen - Vocals/ bass Dave- Guitar Cam - Drums Tia's Top Pick!! Desperate Cry Darkinung ngur / Centr

Jinjo are a four piece metalcore band, hailing from the Central Coast of NSW. These guys state that “some feelings must be screamed” and through ‘Bone Shovel’ they absolutely practice what they preach. ‘Bone Shovel’ is Jinjo at their ultimate form, with this track telling a story of survival and resistance in the face of overcoming personal battles. Grinding riffs, haunting guitar melodies, racing basslines and dynamic vocals form the backbone of this track, coming together w

A split Review by Zoe Aitchison & Madisun Manyweathers I first heard about Basement a month or two ago while tuning in to FBI radio. The presenter broadcast their single ‘Covet’ from their 2012 Album "Colourmeinkindness". As soon as I heard it, I was eager for more and what a pleasure it is to find them at the perfect time with the drop of this absolute gem! It's been a long 8 years between drinks, but Basement are finally back with their brand new album “WIRED”, out now via

'A TASTE OF CHAOS' is the latest chapter in Scott Middlin’s discography, demonstrating some of his heaviest and most self-assured music yet. Scott Middlin is a solo Australian artist previously known for his involvement with bands including Emecia, Emerald City, and Against the Atlantic. He has also published a book and works as a tattoo artist, which makes him just that much cooler. 'A TASTE OF CHAOS' seamlessly blends the sounds of modern metalcore, alternative rock, and di

Acclaimed UK metalcore band Polar are back with their first music drop of 2026, and it was definitely worth the wait! Following up from their 2024 album ‘Five Arrows’ , ‘JOHATSU’ is a marker of Polar’s new era entering 2026. Consisting of a revitalised line-up and renewed positivity, Polar are on a path of worldwide domination. The literal meaning of the title ‘ JOHATSU’ stems from the Japanese word for “evaporation”, however it also has a heavier connotation and is used t

Haunting female-fronted alt-metal band Twisted Lullaby have just dropped a blood-chilling new single, and it is definitely their darkest song yet. ‘Murder Me’ is thematically harrowing, told from the perspective of a man who brutally murders his lover. Through powerful lilting vocals, lead singer Shay conveys the sheer horror and despair of this story. maintaining a late 90’s/early 2000’s nu-metal vibe and sound, ' Murder Me' features heavy chugging riffs and adrenaline in

‘ZERO DAY’ is the latest single from progressive Perth-based metal band MiLkyWay , and it is the type of track that transcends expectations. The main aspect that immediately stands out about 'ZERO DAY' is the fact that this track is entirely instrumental. This unique quality really draws attention to the beautifully complex and technical music that MILKYWAY have written and created. Taking inspiration from modern progressive metal, alternative metal, and cinematic sound des

Adelaide-based Metalcore/Hardcore collective SØRRØWSTATE have just dropped their second ever single, and it is a total heavy banger! Taking inspiration from the instrumental energy and chaos of bands like Pincer+, Diesect and Alpha Wolf, ‘Rot With Me’ is absolutely explosive and a total sonic assault. Describing themselves as “the embodiment of suffering”, SØRRØWSTATE are a total breath of fresh air in the Aussie Metalcore scene. These guys are absolutely not afraid to bare

Hailing from the Central Coast of NSW, Repriever are keeping the heart of the metalcore scene alive and beating with their just released EP ‘Fracture’ . This is the band's first EP drop since 2019, and it is a testament to Repriever's sonic and technical development. Flawlessly blending heavy breakdowns with softer, hauntingly melodic moments, this EP is equal parts intense and wistful. Named after the Shinto sun goddess, ‘ Amaterasu ’ is the opening track and sets the tone