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ULI JON ROTH Announces His First Ever Australian Tour for Sept 2025

Hardline Media are proud to announce for his first time in Australia, the legendary, iconic, internationally influential and multi million record-selling artist, ULI JON ROTH, on his “PICTURES OF DESTINY” world tour. Uli will be performing a best of the SCORPIONS set, amongst other songs from his extraordinary catalogue.

More than 50 years into his amazing career, German guitar innovator ULI JON ROTH will perform 3 shows in Australia in September. SYDNEY, ADELAIDE, MELBOURNE, get ready for a very special night of Classic Hard Rock.

Uli, of course, was an extremely important member in the history of one of the biggest selling bands of all time, SCORPIONS. After replacing MICHAEL SCHENKER in 1973, SCORPIONS released four studio albums during ULI’s tenure as lead guitarist, main songwriter and occasional lead singer between 1974 and 1977. These albums include “Fly To The Rainbow“, “In Trance“, “Virgin Killer“, “Taken By Force” as well as their Gold selling double live album, “Tokyo Tapes“, in 1978. These albums are all heralded in the history of Rock and Metal, with “Tokyo Tapes” being touted as one of the greatest live albums of all time.

Since his time in SCORPIONS, Uli has had a very colourful career, with most of the 1980’s filled up with his band ELECTRIC SUN, followed by a long line of varied projects – from G3 at Wembley Arena with JOE SATRIANI, MICHAEL SCHENKER and BRIAN MAY, to composing four symphonies, two concertos and performing with symphony orchestras throughout Europe. Let’s not forget June 2007 in Germany, when Roth joined THE SMASHING PUMPKINS on-stage for their epic closing song “Gossamer.” He made another appearance with the Pumpkins upon their return to Germany on 26 February 2008, and a short documentary was made called “Corgan und Uli Jon Roth”.

Don’t miss out on this rare occasion to experience ULI JON ROTH performing such classics as “In Trance“, “We’ll Burn The Sky“, “Fly To The Rainbow“, “The Sails Of Charon“, “Pictured Life“, “Catch Your Train“, and many, many more.

Come along and see why guitar heroes such as KIRK HAMMETT (METALLICA), MARTY FRIEDMAN (MEGADETH), YNGWIE MALMSTEEN and a long list of others, cite ULI as one of their major influences. A guitar player’s dream set!!!

DO NOT MISS THESE SHOWS! – THEY WILL SELL OUT!

AUSTRALIAN TOUR DATES:
Wednesday 3 Sep: Manning, Sydney
Thursday 4 Sep: The Gov, Adelaide
Friday 5 Sep: Croxton, Melbourne

EARLY BIRD TICKETS (Cheaper, Pre-Sale) ON SALE THURSDAY 19TH JUNE 10am AEST
These are strictly limited, and there is no booking fee… so save some bucks and get in early.

GENERAL PUBLIC TICKETS ON SALE:
TUESDAY 24TH JUNE @ 10AM AEST

TICKETS & INFO: 
www.hardlinemedia.net

*LIMITED VIP MEET & GREET INCLUDES:
– Early access to the show and merch stand**
– Get a photo on your phone/device with ULI JON ROTH
– Australian tour poster to get signed
– Exclusive VIP lanyard/laminate
– Bring along 3 personal items to get signed – GET YOUR SCORPIONS SIGNED
**VIP TICKET INCLUDES ENTRY TO THE SHOW

* PAYPAL PAY BY FOUR & AFTERPAY accepted

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PENTAGRAM Announce Debut Australian and New Zealand August 2025 Tour

HARDLINE MEDIA are proud to announce for their FIRST time in Australia and New Zealand, the legends of doom, the almighty PENTAGRAM, to tour in August 2025.

Pentagram is an American doom metal band from Alexandria, Virginia. They are noted as one of the pioneers of Heavy Metal, particularly of the aforementioned sub-genre Doom Metal. As such, they are considered one of the “big four of Doom Metal” alongside Candlemass, Saint Vitus and Trouble.

Lead vocalist Bobby Liebling has been referred to as “very much the US version of Ozzy Osbourne”, with the singer now being a viral sensation due to the Ghoul Stare, opening up the ears and eyes of the general public to what all the Metal Heads already knew about, that Pentagram are one of the longest enduring, influential, Gods Of Doom!

The Viral video of Ghoul Eyes: www.youtube.com/shorts/Mk5dHwWBWiE

These shows are a once in a lifetime chance to see the band in Australia and New Zealand – don’t sit on the fence, these will sell out, so get in quick.


PENTAGRAM Australian Tour Dates:

Wednesday 6th August – CANBERRA – The Baso
Thursday 7th August – BRISBANE – Crowbar
Friday 8th August – SYDNEY – Manning Bar
Saturday 9th August – MELBOURNE – The Croxton
Sunday 10th August – ADELAIDE – Lion Arts Factory
Tuesday 12th August – PERTH – Amplifier

PENTAGRAM New Zealand Tour Dates

Thursday 14th August – WELLINGTON – San Fran
Friday 15th August – CHRISTCHURCH – Loons
Saturday 16th August – AUCKLAND – Galatos


TICKETS & INFO: www.hardlinemedia.net

EARLY BIRD TICKETS: (Cheaper, Pre-Sale) On Sale Thursday 10th April @ 10AM AEST via www.hardlinemedia.net

These are strictly limited, and there is no booking fee… so save some bucks, get in early. No pre-sale in New Zealand. These will go on sale Monday, 14th April along with the General Public sale for Australia as well.

* PAYPAL PAY BY FOUR & AFTERPAY accepted.

Once These Have Sold Out, Go To Oztix (Moshtix Adelaide) For Full Price Tickets >>

General Public Tickets On Sale: Monday 14th April @ 10AM AEST

*LIMITED VIP MEET & GREET INCLUDES:
– Early access to the show and merch stand**
– Get a photo on your phone/device with PENTAGRAM
– Australian tour poster to get signed
– Exclusive VIP lanyard/laminate
– Bring along 3 personal items to get signed
**VIP TICKET INCLUDES ENTRY TO THE SHOW

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ROSS THE BOSS Announces May 2025 Australian Tour Performing MANOWAR’s ‘Sign Of The Hammer’ In Full

 

SIGN OF THE HAMMER is one the iconic albums ROSS THE BOSS released during his time with the “Kings Of Metal”, the mighty MANOWAR. This album will be played in full for the Aussie shows, along with a best of set which includes some of that band’s most anthemic songs.

ROSS THE BOSS will be joined onstage by the Metallic trio of Marc Lopes from METAL CHURCH on Vocals, Dirk Schlächter from GAMMA RAY on Bass, and one-time MANOWAR member Rhino destroying the drums up the back. This is a star-studded line up performing this album and a once in a lifetime opportunity for Australian fans.

Bronx native, Ross Friedman AKA Ross The Boss, is a household name in the world of Heavy Metal and Punk. From his early beginnings forming THE DICTATORS in New York and releasing a slew of albums with this band, who always gave THE RAMONES a run for their money… to his headlining chart topping glory days in MANOWAR. Ross’ career has always been one to follow, including some killer albums with DEATH DEALER, a band formed by our fellow Australian Stu Marshall. And with the last decade concentrating on RTB albums, with four releases since 2008.

There will be limited, VIP meet and greet tickets available; these will go fast. Get your MANOWAR and RTB gear signed!!!

DO NOT MISS THESE SHOWS!

EARLY BIRD TICKETS (Cheaper, Pre-Sale) ON SALE THURSDAY 19TH DEC AT 10AM AEDT – HARDLINEMEDIA.NET – These are strictly limited, and there is no booking fee… so save some bucks and get in early.

ROSE THE BOSS Australian Tour Dates:
Thursday 1st May BRISBANE – Crowbar (Formerly The Zoo)
Friday 2nd May SYDNEY – Crowbar
Saturday 3rd May MELBOURNE – Croxton
Sunday 4th May ADELAIDE – The Gov

LIMITED VIP MEET & GREET INCLUDES:
– Early access to the show and merch stand**
– Get a photo on your phone/device with band
– Australian tour poster to get signed
– Exclusive VIP lanyard/laminate
– Bring along 2 personal items to get signed
**VIP TICKET INCLUDES ENTRY TO THE SHOW

PAYPAL PAY BY FOUR & AFTERPAY accepted.

General Public Tickets On Sale: Monday 23rd December @ 10AM AEDT

TICKETS & INFO: www.hardlinemedia.net

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Interview with Tim “Ripper” Owens

Hardline Media are proud to announce one of the vocal Greats of Heavy Metal to our Southern shores, the formidable TIM RIPPER OWENS!

Cass caught up with him recently to chat about the newly announced tour in February next year!

AUSTRALIA! In February 2025 – join us to witness the power, the presence, and the uninhibited, inhuman vocal range of the one and only Tim 'RIPPER' Owens. We know you are all eagerly awaiting the return of Ripper, as he brings some of the wildest moments in Metal to life, all-across Australia.

Joined by the Metallic luminary of brothers Joel & Jordan McDonald, Andrew Hudson and Voya Mulitinovic, Ripper’s live assault will be molten as hell… And if you crave anything less – You've Got Another Thing Coming

Ripper's unique skills tore open a fairytale career, fronting iconic acts including Judas Priest, Iced Earth, Yngwie Malmsteen, Dio's Disciples, The Three Tremors, and the incredibly ferocious RIPPER – a collaborative project spearheaded by Hatebreed's Jamey Jasta. And most recently powering KK's PRIEST across the biggest stages in the world.

This run of shows will showcase the absolute, toughest cuts from Ripper's world of Heavy Metal. Expect huge hits, deep dives, virtuosic shred, and a heap of fists in the air, full cavalry style, head-banging glory!

DO NOT MISS THESE SHOWS!

TICKETS & INFO: http://www.hardlinemedia.net

AUSTRALIAN TOUR DATES:

FRI 14 FEB – MELBOURNE – THE CORNER

THUR 20 FEB – SYDNEY – CROWBAR

SAT 22 FEB – BRISBANE – CROWBAR

SUN 23 FEB – ADELAIDE – THE GOV

MON 24 FEB – PERTH – AMPLIFIER

*LIMITED VIP MEET & GREET INCLUDES:

– Early access to the show and merch stand**

– Get a photo on your phone/device with THE Tim ‘RIPPER’ Owens

– Australian tour poster to get signed

– Exclusive VIP lanyard/laminate

– Bring along 3 personal items to get signed

**VIP TICKET INCLUDES ENTRY TO THE SHOW

* PAYPAL PAY BY FOUR & AFTERPAY accepted.

GENERAL PUBLIC TICKETS ON SALE: WED 27th NOV @ 10AM AEDT

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[Review] Triumph Of Death @ The Croxton Bandroom, Melbourne 17/08/2024

Someone I never thought I would get to see live is Tom G Warrior, one of the pioneers of Black Metal. He started Hellhammer, went on to make Celtic Frost and Triptykon. These bands have influenced so many musicians that I listen to today and are always unlikely to come to Australia, but tonight that all changes!

Heading out to the Croxton Bandroom, all I see is patch vests, the walking advertisements for bands worldwide. People love to show off who they have seen over the years, and I always have a look to note down some bands I’ve never heard before and going to an old school black metal gig, there are a few new names that I need to investigate!

Opening tonight is Melbourne’s Mammon’s Throne. A name I have heard over the years, but never had the chance to see them, after hearing so much about them, they did not disappoint. Straight from the opening note to the closing ring out, these guys had the room headbanging and moving. Mammon’s Throne has a killer stage sound and exceptionally written music, I was an instant fan and once their set finished, I went straight to the merch desk to grab a cd, unfortunately they did not have cd’s, but they do have vinyl, unfortunately, I do not own a record player, readers don’t hate! It’s on the Christmas list, I just haven’t purchased one. Either way, I did not get a CD, but I will be trying to get to another show. For anyone, like me, who hadn’t seen or heard these guys before, they would have walked away a fan being shown an incredibly tight and well played set. Definitely a local band to catch.

Speaking of local bands to catch, In Malice’s Wake, Melbourne born thrash metal, are always incredible to watch, make sure you get out and watch their set whenever you can. These guys make playing thrash metal look easy, all of them are top tier musicians, I don’t see many bassists playing fingers and flying all over a fretboard and their drummer is incredible, sticks everywhere and not a beat missed, even throwing in a killer drum roll for a seamless transition in between songs. In Malice’s Wake comes out with high energy that instantly gets the room moving and coming in closer to the stage. Between In Malice’s Wake and Mammon’s Throne, Melbourne bands have a great representation tonight, showing that there are some incredible talents in the music scene to check out locally.

I never thought I would get the chance to hear or see the set that I saw tonight, ever. These songs are from the 80’s, Hellhammer haven’t been a band since 1984 and yet here I am, not seeing an original line up but one of the original frontmen in the flesh, play songs that he wrote when he was a teenager and still just as passionate now. This is incredibly inspiring for a musician and a general music fan. Tom G Warrior comes out with his band, Triumph of Death and instantly he is met with cheers from the crowd and his signature “oooohhhhh”. They run through most of the classics, like Maniac, Decapitator and Chainsaw. Tom G Warrior gives a little bit of back story to some of the tracks as well, like Blood Insanity, where he states that it was originally written by his old band mate, Steve Warrior and that his lead guitarist will be doing the honour of his vocals tonight. There was another story for Visions of Mortality being the last Hellhammer and first Celtic Frost track. Watching them play these songs that are held dearly by the underground is unbelievable, they still have an old school vibe and sound to them, definitely not as harsh as the original demo’s but they are still rough and raw.

The crowd can see that Tom G Warrior is having a blast on stage playing these tracks and seeing the crowd, but he is also trying really hard not to show it. He can’t help but grin and laugh at the crowd when he is standing in between songs and hears the crowd yell “oooooohhhhh” at him, to which he replies “Ive been writing lyrics for songs for 43 f#$king years and yet the only one you remember is f#$king Ooooooohhhh!!! Well, Ooooohhhh!!!” and he just laughs. Triumph of Death deal well with a short stage issue of Tom G Warrior blowing a cab and the sound techs come and quickly take care of it, he thanks them and says that he wouldn’t be anywhere with out his sound guys, which is something I think every band should recognise! They close the set with the track Triumph of Death and walk of stage with massive grins. No one here leaves unsatisfied, band or crowd.

This is one of those gigs where I went in not really knowing what to expect, I was unsure as to how something that was recorded and kept raw on purpose was going to come out live and in a more modern setting. I was also unsure on how that would then be perceived by the crowd, we all know how die-hard fans can get. Triumph of Death played a tight, clear sounding and crowd-pleasing set. I walked away loving black metal all over again.

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