The Everblack Podcast caught up with Winston McCall from Parkway Drive to discuss the band’s historic headline slot at Bluesfest, the significance of returning to Byron Bay, and the heavier new direction of their upcoming music. Winston also talks about Parkway’s role as a gateway band for heavy music, how live shows are changing perceptions of metal in Australia, and their upcoming Opera House live album and film, the Hellbound Cruise, and why the band’s future is looking bigger and louder than ever.

Thursday 2 April: Bluesfest, Byron Bay

Tix: https://moshtix.com.au/v2/event/byron-bay-bluesfest-2026/178950

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The Everblack podcast caught up with Jeff Martin from The Tea Party to chat about their return to Australia with the Elements Tour, featuring both epic orchestral “Wind” shows and classic three-piece “Fire” rock shows. Jeff also looks back on the band’s 35-year journey, their special connection with Australia, their Sydney Opera House performance, and confirms that new Tea Party music is already in the works.

THE TEA PARTY ELEMENTS TOUR:

HAMER HALL, MELBOURNE FRIDAY 6 FEBRUARY

OPERA HOUSE, SYDNEY WEDNESDAY 11 FEBRUARY

ANITA’S THEATRE, THIRROUL THURSDAY 12 FEBRUARY

FORTITUDE MUSIC HALL, BRISBANE FRIDAY 13 FEBRAURY

HINDLEY ST. MUSIC HALL, ADELAIDE SUNDAY 15 FEBRUARY

For complete tour and ticket information, visit: livenation.com.au

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Australian heavy rock band Hammers sit down with The Everblack Podcast at Mo’s Desert Clubhouse to talk all things Death Wobbles — their crushing new album out January 23, 2026 via Summerland Records.

Lucas Stone and Ryan “Ruckus” Lucas dive into the 3.5-year journey behind the album, the meaning of Death Wobbles, working with legendary producer Forrester Savell, the band’s love of vinyl & physical releases, and how Hammers evolved from two EPs into a full-length album.

They also talk touring with COG and He Is Legend, playing shows in Japan, and what’s coming next for Hammers in 2026.

DEATH WOBBLES

Release Date: Friday 23 January, 2026

Label: Summerland Records

Pre-save: https://ditto.fm/death-wobbles

DEATH WOBBLES ALBUM LAUNCH TOUR

With special guests

📍 Fri 6 Mar – La La La’s, Wollongong NSW

📍 Sat 7 Mar – The Chippo, Sydney NSW

📍 Fri 13 Mar – Mo’s Desert Clubhouse, Gold Coast QLD

📍 Sat 14 Mar – Black Bear Lodge, Brisbane QLD

📍 Fri 20 Mar – Volta, Ballarat VIC

📍 Sat 21 Mar – The Evelyn, Melbourne VIC

📍 Fri 17 Apr – Coffs Hotel, Coffs Harbour NSW

📍 Sat 18 Apr – Blah Bar, Lismore NSW

🎟️ Tickets: www.hammersofficial.com

⚡ SUPPORTING COG – WALK THE LINE 2026 TOUR

📍 Thu 9 Apr – The Baso, Canberra ACT

📍 Fri 10 Apr – Anita’s Theatre, Wollongong NSW

📍 Sat 11 Apr – Evan Theatre, Penrith NSW

📍 Fri 24 Apr – Chelsea Heights Hotel, Chelsea Heights VIC

📍 Sat 25 Apr – Barwon Heads Hotel, Barwon Heads VIC

🎟️ Tickets: https://linktr.ee/cog101

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The Everblack Podcast sat down with Ezra Haynes of Allegaeon to discuss the band’s upcoming Australian tour, their latest album The Ossuary Lens, and Ezra’s journey through sobriety and returning to the band. He talks Grammy consideration, writing more personal material, working with producer Dave Otero, and the lyrical direction of the next album. Plus, the Australian animal he absolutely can’t stand!

Allegaeon 2026 Australian Tour Dates

Wednesday 4 March – The Rosemount, Perth, WA

Thursday 5 March – Ed Castle, Adelaide, SA

Friday 6 March – Soapbox Beer, Brisbane, QLD

Saturday 7 March – The Underground, Sydney, NSW

Sunday 8 March – Dethfest 2026, Corner Hotel, Melbourne, VIC

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The Everblack Podcast caught up with Joey Cape from Lagwagon to talk about the 30th anniversary of Hoss, their upcoming tour dates in Australia, and the band’s long-standing connection with their fans. Joey shares stories about the album, the inspiration behind its cover, must-play songs, merchandise anecdotes, and his love for classic TV shows like Bonanza and Columbo. He also reflects on touring life, his favorite Australian bands, and the legacy of Lagwagon over the past three decades.

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The Everblack Podcast caught up with Alex Reade from Make Them Suffer backstage at Good Things Festival in Brisbane, discussing the band’s massive year of nonstop touring across Australia, the UK, Europe and the US, and the surreal moment of realising they were headlining a festival stage. Alex reflects on life on the road, finding gratitude in routine, balancing fitness and exhaustion while touring, and the importance of slowing down and reconnecting with Australia during a well-earned break before heading back to Europe.

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The Everblack Podcast caught up with Jason Aalon Butler from FEVER 333 backstage at Good Things Festival in Brisbane to talk about fatherhood on the road, relentless touring with both FEVER 333 and letlive., the raw, unplanned intensity of his live performances, and the role of activism and duty in his songwriting. Jason also reflects on the band’s evolving lineup, working with legendary drummer Thomas Pridgen, and staying present through art, purpose, and chaos in an overstimulating world.

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The Everblack Podcast caught up with Alex Gaskarth from All Time Low backstage at Good Things Festival in Brisbane, chatting about the band’s long-awaited return, Brisbane’s famously rowdy crowds, and the overwhelming response to their latest album. Alex reflects on evolving within pop-punk without losing authenticity, balancing new material with fan favourites, touring plans across the UK and Europe, and what fans can expect from a potential Forever Sessions Volume 2.

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The Everblack Podcast spoke to Pat Sheridan from Fit For An Autopsy while he was on tour in Europe with Killswitch Engage, discussing the band’s return to Australia with BodySnatcher, upcoming Froth & Fury appearances in Perth (Jan 24) and Adelaide (Jan 31), and life on the road. Pat breaks down the band’s latest standalone single "It Comes For You", why it isn’t tied to a new album, and how Fit For An Autopsy are balancing relentless touring with plans for future music.

The conversation also touches on meaningful fan interactions, staying connected with listeners, tattooing and touring logistics, and what lies ahead in 2026, including major tours with Lamb Of God and more!

TOUR DATES

Thursday 15 January - The Triffid, Brisbane

Friday 16 January - King St Bandroom, Newcastle

Saturday 17 January - Liberty Hall, Sydney

Sunday 18 January - The Basement, Canberra

Thursday 22 January - Max Watts, Melbourne

Friday 23 January - Lion Arts Factory, Adelaide

Saturday 24 January - Froth And Fury Festival, Perth

Tickets available via humanwarfare.net

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The Everblack Podcast caught up with Grodius Maximus from GWAR backstage at Good Things Festival in Brisbane, for a completely unhinged, no-filter chat covering festival chaos, GWAR’s outrageous live show, band legacy, and what it’s like slaying Australian crowds as one of metal’s most infamous shock-rock bands.

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