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The legendary Dead Kennedys are at the forefront of the incredible legacy of hardcore punk. Since the early 1980s, Dead Kennedys have been pioneers of heavy, political, satirical punk rock, and their cross-generational legend lives on today. Widely considered one of the most important bands in American punk rock, the Dead Kennedys recently graced our shores with their presence. I had the incredible opportunity to ask bassist Klaus Flouride a few questions before their Australian tour, and to find out if punk really is dead.

As I Lay Dying are a band that need very little introduction. In just under 10 years they have pushed themselves to the forefront of modern metal music, growing stronger with each release. Today, they are are one of the biggest names in the genre and are coming to visit us very soon on tour with Disturbed and Trivium. Vocalist and founding member Tim Lambesis was kind enough to chat with us.

Featuring former and current members of The Gifthorse, Army Of Champions, Reach Out and Values Here, Brisbane's Headaches have been making a name for themselves across the country, smashing out their brand of melodic punk. With their debut EP being released a few months ago through Arrest Records, we caught up with the band's bass player Mackey to discuss the EP, the band's history and their plans for the future.

It's a testament to a band's ability when even after 20 years and eight studio albums, they are still converting new fans with every new release. Amon Amarth's last two albums have been some of the most important metal releases in the last decade, powerful, melodic and insanely aggressive, continually exploring the theme of Norse mythology and Vikings in lyrics and imagery. Now, with just-released Surtur Rising, they have bettered themselves again and have received unanimous praise from fans and critics alike. Vocalist and long-time member Johan Hegg sat down with us to tell us all about it.

Sydney metallers The Amenta have become one of Australia's premier metal exports in the past decade, boasting an impressive touring history with bands like Behemoth, The Berzerker and Deicide. With a new release entitled "VO1d" out now and an upcoming national headlining tour, we caught up with the band's resident multi-tasker Timothy Pope to discuss everything The Amenta.